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Notes on practice.
Writing on architectural practice, permit process, and what clients should know before a project begins.
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Working with an architect: what the engagement involves
The architect-client relationship runs across multiple phases. What it involves at each stage, and how the engagement is structured from first brief to final drawing.
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Before the brief: preparing for a residential renovation
Scope, budget, and permit requirements are typically interrelated. What to resolve before a designer is engaged.
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Permits in Toronto: what triggers an application and what to expect
Permit requirements are determined by the scope and type of work. What triggers an application, what the City reviews, and realistic timelines.