Faqs

Frequently Asked Questions | Robert A. Harris Architect
The firm provides a full range of architectural services including schematic design, design development, contract documents, 3D renderings, bidding and negotiation assistance, construction phase services, project management, feasibility studies, programming, and budget development. It also offers site selection, building condition audits, site representation, and technical consultation.
Yes. The firm’s work ranges from townhouses and custom homes to restaurants and other commercial buildings, serving both large and small projects.
The firm serves St. Augustine, Crescent Beach, Daytona Beach, and the surrounding North Florida region.
The office is located at 5122 A1A South, St. Augustine, FL 32080. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. The office is closed on weekends. You can call 904-217-4394 or use the contact form on the website.
An architect helps you evaluate design options, anticipate problems before they become expensive, and reduce delays and errors. For homeowners, an architect can also handle technical coordination while you remain involved in the creative decisions.
An architect can help at any stage, but the earlier the better. Bringing an architect in during planning, before purchasing property or finalizing a budget, allows them to help shape important decisions that may be difficult to change later.
Schematic design is the first phase of the design process. Your ideas, needs, and site conditions are translated into initial layouts and concepts so you can review the overall direction before detailed work begins.
During this phase, the approved concept is refined. Materials, structural elements, building systems, and finishes are worked out in greater detail, making the design more precise and buildable.
Contract documents are detailed drawings and written specifications that contractors use to price, permit, and build your project. Clear and complete documents help reduce misunderstandings, change orders, and disputes during construction.
Yes. 3D renderings allow you to visualize your design before construction begins. This makes it easier to evaluate layouts, materials, and finishes and make changes early when they are generally less costly.
Zoning approval is one of the main reasons to involve an architect early. An architect can help ensure that the design meets applicable local zoning and code requirements before construction begins. Ask the firm about the exact scope of permitting support available for your project.
A feasibility study evaluates whether a project makes sense before you commit significant money to it. It typically considers the site, zoning, program requirements, and budget. It can be especially useful when considering a property purchase or a larger commercial development.
Yes. The firm helps clients develop a project budget and aims to deliver cost-effective, efficient designs. Involving an architect early can help reduce costly redesigns and construction surprises.
Yes, if you want that. The firm offers bidding and negotiation assistance, construction phase services, and project management. This allows someone familiar with the design intent to help oversee the work and address issues as they arise.
Call 904-217-4394, email robert@robertaharrisarchitect.com , or fill out the contact form. Share a brief description of your project, its location, and your goals, and the team will follow up to discuss the next steps.