Here are our top tips...

• Create a Brief - The more thorough your brief the better
• Budget - set yourself a budget and be realistic
• Timescales - Know when you are looking for the work to be completed
• Do your research on your designer - ask yourself the following questions:
• Are they qualified?
• Do they have experience?
• Have I reviewed their portfolio and recent commissions?
• Do they have client references and testimonials?
• Do they have key product and supplier knowledge?
• Do they have the right level of Insurance in place?
• Can they deliver my brief to my budget?
• Arrange to meet - discuss your brief, budget and timescales
• Could you work closely with your designers - A close working relationship is important
• Ask for a fee proposal - The designer will provide a detailed scope of works and fee proposal
• Final Step - Appoint.

Gilling Dod Architects will be attending IHEEM the annual healthcare estates conference and exhibition on the 1st and 2nd November at the Manchester Central. If you would like to meet a member of the team please contact Sarah DeLucia, Business Development Manager on 07970 350980.

Following the first day of the conference Gilling Dod are hosting a drinks evening. The team look forward to welcoming our guests from across the country for an enjoyable evening.