Folks,
I am in the middle of working options for replacing a rental house we had on the farm. Thread here:
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/off-topic-discussions/603402-requiem-house.html
The foundation is now filled in and grassed.
The problem is we have is that we really prefer the farm and farm views without the house there. Scrapping the house really opened up the vistas. We have decided to not build anything there and bring an underutilized space into play...the large tobacco barn in the distance in the first photo.
What we would to do is concrete the floor (now dirt) and turn it into a larger shop for my use.
We would also like to add a second story loft office/apartment above the shop. Some interior shots:
My issue is I have a lot of ideas but no way figuring out the suitability of them without a professional. I have never used an architect in this capacity and don't want to waste their time or goon it. So, what are the rules with bringing an architect out to look at options?
Is it free the first time? Do I ask for quotes? Is there a particular type of architect for these type of remodels? Etc., etc.
Also, any question
I should ask the architect would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.