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Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by Nobody: 9:54pm On Aug 01, 2015 |
I will need some plans drawn for me for a single level structure. If you've recently did similar please email me on how much you paid via the Nairaland email system. Or here so that we can all learn. 3 bedroom bungalow in Ibadan. Not Lekki or other high brow area ![]() |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by adebaxton(m): 10:05am On Aug 02, 2015 |
Architectural fees are based on the the proposed structure to be designed which are not limited to Structural Drawing,Mechanical and Electrical Drawing. Can you provide a description of your proposed single level structure? Reach Us: 08058307787 Email: access2m@yahoo.com access2m@hotmail.com |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by Nobody: 10:29am On Aug 02, 2015 |
How about a range? Thanks. |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by msogunro: 1:16pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
EgunMogaji: Great question. I was given a quote of #200K. However, it will be free if I use them for the construction of my single story home. I would like to know if the quote given to me was fair. 3 Likes |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by Nobody: 1:47pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
msogunro: Hi, thanks for sharing. |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by livebullet(m): 2:20pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
I have a professional who did mine for as low As 150k see post "how far 3million can go in building a 4bedroom apartment..." that was wen i wanted to start my building. the dude's work is awesome. Call him on 07035401907 Arch Charles. |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by eghosajohnny: 2:42pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
I can give you a nice and affordable design you can call me 07031886484 |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by omotoda(m): 3:09pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
livebullet: Mine chargess 50k for bungalow and 95k for duplex because of the structural drawing 3 Likes |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by ABEngine(m): 3:21pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
Following.... |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by Nobody: 3:33pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
Interested. |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by Nobody: 4:32pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
omotoda: May I please have his contact info please? Thanks. 2 Likes |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by FastShipping: 5:09pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
I did mine for 120k. A senior staff of Federal Ministry of Works and Housing did mine. 5 Likes |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by Nobody: 7:29pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
Thank you to those that have shared. I'm assuming that these prices exclude local government approvals? |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by omotoda(m): 7:40pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
Scrypt: EgunMogaji: It excludes approvals though! 3 Likes |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by glogirl(f): 8:17pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
So y are the architects on nairaland quoting 400 -600k for semi detached duplexes?are people really paying that much? 7 Likes |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by FastShipping: 8:31pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
glogirl: They charge that high because they are greedy. I have seen one charged in the excess of 2M Naira here on nairaland for four-flat. 5 Likes |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by Nobody: 9:00pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
We are coming of age in Nigeria in terms of using the web to level the playing field. There are numerous Architects/Designers/Drafters on Nairaland, we need to harness and leverage our buying power as consumers to compel ALL artisans to be dedicated and reasonable in their pricing. Some nut job Architect in Ibadan quoted me N2.5 million too for a bungalow. In my case I've already drawn what I wanted and I know exactly what I want and just need someone to Nigerianize it for approval. It's not that complicated to draw a house (bungalow at least) to be built with blocks. Plans litter the internet and Fiverr is littered with Architects that can draw plans from $5 to $80 Edit: I also wanted to add that the onus is also on the consumer to shop around to ascertain market rate, just like I'm doing. Look before you leap. 10 Likes |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by uwemjack(m): 10:40pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
EgunMogaji: Architects are not artisans! There are industry standards in terms of fees and the level of involvement required. Normally the fees you pay industry wide is usually a percentage of the cost of construction for a standard project based on the scale of professional fees, which is in the public domain. However, based on relationship, level of experience or level of desperation you can get lower negotiated fees as low as 20k especially from undergraduate, new graduates searching for job, dropouts etc. I should also mention that some will overcharge you if the they think they can get away with it. Bottomline, if you have the money engage registered professionals with physical offices - Architects, Engineers, surveyors etc negotiate fees not higher than scale of fees recommendation. If you don't have the money or you just want a draft - new graduate, undergraduate or young graduate will be a better alternative. Basically the charge you get will be the value he or she puts on their service. what is the value of your service? Remember there are quacks out there. 2.5m to design a bungalow is outrageous 20 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by uwemjack(m): 10:53pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
glogirl: How much do you think it will cost you to build a standard semidetached duplex? Lowest all things being equal and if you are the engineer will be 25m. Paying 400 - 600k for a professional work is not too much, although you can get a lower quote. 5 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by Nobody: 11:10pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
uwemjack: So what is the industry standard? Value of what service? I used the word artisan in general and I stand by it. No worries though because even a 2 stroke engine repair person considers himself an engineer in Nigeria. 2 Likes |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by sainty2k3(m): 11:33pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
uwemjack: Many of the so called experienced and professionals actually give out the job to these people u are calling draft, new graduates, even undergraduates 11 Likes |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by uwemjack(m): 11:46pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
EgunMogaji: What is your worth per hour? How do u value your service? Someone's hourly rate may be $500 and another may be $50. Thats their value and they will charge you accordingly. You always have choices. Architects are not artisans! You can't call architect and artisan in the same breadth and say your generalising. By the way I'm not an architect just so u know. 9 Likes |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by uwemjack(m): 11:51pm On Aug 02, 2015 |
@ sainty2k3 Please read my comments very well! I stated that they will charge cheaper. |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by Venom104: 12:06am On Aug 03, 2015 |
There is no fixed price to any intellectual service, it just depends on how much value the professional is going to bring based on years of education and experience. In some cases 2.5m might be a fair amount when certain factors and responsibilities are considered, it is only outrageous if this sum is only for a full design proposal by an individual and not a registered firm. 2 Likes |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by Nobody: 12:12am On Aug 03, 2015 |
uwemjack: I'm calling an architect an artisan, you can continue to disagree. My rate is not what's in question and this is a non sequitur. This is a serious conversation and I do not wish for this to delve into the more common Nairaland tit for tat debacle. The intent of the thread is specific, have you paid an architect lately, if so how much? This is not a bash on architects. It also matters less to me what your profession is. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by Nobody: 12:14am On Aug 03, 2015 |
Venom104: So can we get a range in pricing? As an example, N50,000 standard fee plus N500 per square meter is my companies standard rates for bungalows will be an acceptable response. Yes? 2 Likes |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by Nobody: 12:15am On Aug 03, 2015 |
sainty2k3: True. And I have no problem employing as such. Even big firms have work done by internal interns but overseen by tenured staff. 2 Likes |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by Venom104: 12:31am On Aug 03, 2015 |
EgunMogaji: Acceptable response from a first year Undergrad or a Registered professional architect?? The range depends on the individual.. Someone could charge you N5 even.. |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by Nobody: 12:37am On Aug 03, 2015 |
Venom104: Exactly and hence why my original posting didn't ask for a high brow firm and actually specifically deviates from that. You should see what I got from Fiverr for $5, very impressive. I'm savvy enough that I already drew what I wanted and just need to submit an acceptable drawing to local government. My trust is not ONLY in the architect but also the structural and soil engineers. 1 Like
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Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by Nobody: 3:09am On Aug 03, 2015 |
Here's a 5 year old offer for 4 flats. segcymoor: |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by kenazuu(m): 10:01am On Aug 03, 2015 |
send me mail and I will get you one at affordable price. kenazuu@yahoo.co.uk |
Re: Architects Fees, How Much Did You Pay? by Nobody: 10:41am On Aug 03, 2015 |
kenazuu: Why not just post the details here for all to see. Thanks. 3 Likes |
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