Are architects apart of the construction or planing how the building will look?

Hello Rosio,

An Architects create designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments. They use their specialist construction knowledge and high-level drawing skills to design buildings that are functional, safe, sustainable and aesthetically pleasing.

Architects stay involved throughout the construction process, adapting their plans according to budget constraints, environmental factors or client needs. As such, they operate as part of an overall project team; they work closely with a range of construction professionals from quantity surveyors to building services engineers.

Their job responsibility include by not limited to:
1, Creating building designs and highly detailed drawings both by hand and by using specialist computer-aided design (CAD) applications
2, Liaising with construction professionals about the feasibility of potential projects working around constraining factors such as town planning legislation, environmental impact and project budget
3, Working closely with a team of other professionals such as building service engineers, construction managers, quantity surveyors and architectural technologists applying for planning permission and advice from governmental new build and legal departments
4, Writing and presenting reports, proposals, applications and contracts
5, Choosing the materials to be used and specifying the requirements for the project
6, Adapting plans according to circumstances and resolving any problems that may arise during construction making sure the project is running according to schedule and budget
7, Playing a part in project and team management
8, Travelling regularly to building sites, proposed locations and client meetings
10, Work with interior designers

Working hours are typically 9.00 am to 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday, but architects may also have to work extra hours, evenings and weekends to meet tight deadlines.

Hope you find this information helpful and good luck.