Building or remodeling a building to become a restaurant takes a lot of planning and specialized features. Besides serving its practical purpose, the structure and design of a restaurant must guide the patrons and offer a particular ambiance.
If you are only renovating an existing restaurant, you probably don't need an architect. But, as long as you change the vision and arrangements, an architect will bring your ideas to life. They will also create plans that are structurally sound, practical, and compliant with regulations.
Why Hire an Architect?
An architect is trained for both the technical and aesthetic aspects of designing a restaurant. The purpose of a business like a restaurant is to serve as a place of production, as well as provide the customer experience. You can see how an architect is perfect for this task.
When designing a restaurant, an architect covers the following points:
Constructions and utilities
What is needed to install kitchen equipment
Consistency of design
Coordinating the work of independent contractors
How well the site fits the project
How Much Does an Architect Cost?
The cost of hiring an architect depends on many variables, starting with the experience of the firm and the size of the project. For an assembly building (a definition that includes restaurants with 50 or more seats), the law requires you to hire an architect.
Architects work with different types of payment plans. Some work for an hourly fee, others for a fee per square foot, and some prefer to calculate their fee as a percentage of the building’s total value. It depends a lot from one architecture office to another, so it's best to start booking discussions with architects in your area early on.
Typically, you can expect 10 to 15% of the building’s total cost to go on architecture plans, design, and engineering plans.
Are You Designing a New Restaurant?
If you are an entrepreneur planning to open a new restaurant, get the advice and service of an architect. Henderson Architect is your expert in Santa Rosa, California. We specialize in commercial buildings from the tourism and hospitality sector. Our clients include wineries, commercial centers, event areas, and other projects.
We look forward to learning about your vision for your restaurant project and offer consultation if you need an architect’s expertise. Contact Henderson Architect online, or at (707) 237-5240, and bring your new restaurant to life.