Architect or Building Designer

Architect or Building Designer - Who Do You Choose?

Executive Summary about Architect or Building Designer by Glenn Murray
Thinking of building a new home or complex? Will you use an architect or a building designer?


To be called an “architect” in NSW, you have to be registered with the Board of Architects of NSW. The title “building designer” can be used by anyone designing buildings.
Brian Basford is a building designer and treasurer of the Building Designers Association of NSW. Architect Gary Kurzer agrees that architects are more likely to be involved with more distinctive, “up-market” buildings. “Architects work to your budget just like building designers. Thanks to Gary Kurzer, Architect, 0411044448, and Brian Basford, Building Designer.
Q: Are architects and building designers the same thing?
Architects must be registered with the Board of Architects of NSW.
Q: Will I get a better design from an architect?
Architects are trained to deal with and manage all aspects of the building project. Q: Are Building designers “would-be” architects?
Many building designers have the qualifications to register with the Board of Architects but they choose not to because they don’t think the name “architect” is worth the ongoing cost of registration.
Q: Are architects more expensive?
An architect will work to your budget like a building designer. For example, find out if your architect is incorporating cost-saving measures into the building process. A: Call the Building Designers Association of NSW – Sydney (02) 49264855 or visit http://www.bdansw.com.au or http://www.bdaa.com.au/index.htm.
A: http://www.architecture.com.au - Royal Australian Institute of Architects
http://www.bdansw.com.au - Building Designers Association of NSW