Questions to Ask Past Clients

After the project was completed, has their view of the architect changed?

Would they hire the architect again or recommend to friends?

Was the architect responsive during both the design process and construction phase?

Was the architect involved during construction?

Were there any issues during construction and, if so, how were they resolved?

Was the architect involved to resolve any disputes with the builder during construction? If so, how well did they handle that?

Did they feel they got what they paid for?

Consider hiring someone only after reviewing their work portfolio, visiting their completed projects, and speaking with their previous clients.