Unless your local building code absolutely requires an architect, most residential homes do not need to hire an architect. Part of the excitement of building a new home or doing a major retrofit is spending time creatively designing the space that you will inhabit.

Residential Architect Residential architects specialise in the design of homes for private construction or estate development firms. It is commonly considered a less prestigious option compared to famous landmarks and skyscrapers, however, many famous architects have also done work on residential properties.