Start with the site, not the style
The best plan for your plot is written by the land itself — slope, access, sun path and breeze. Ask any architect how they will respond to those four before discussing elevations.
Understand the drawing set
A complete residential set includes concept plans, working drawings, structural details, electrical and plumbing layouts, and municipality submission drawings. Confirm what is included in the fee.
Approvals and documentation
Building permits, occupancy and completion certificates each need their own submission. A studio that handles this in-house saves months.