Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions we hear most often from clients building in Spain and Portugal.
Architect fees typically range from 6% to 12% of the construction cost. For a €300,000 build, expect €18,000 to €36,000. This covers concept design, technical project, permitting, and construction supervision. We provide a detailed fee proposal after understanding your project scope.
No. While we have deep expertise serving Ukrainian and Russian-speaking clients, we work with international clients of all backgrounds. Our advantage is multilingual communication in Ukrainian, Russian, and English — combined with strong local partnerships with licensed Spanish and Portuguese professionals who handle all on-the-ground coordination.
We do not act as real estate agents, but we provide expert architectural evaluation of shortlisted plots. We check buildability, zoning, orientation, utility access, and estimate total project cost — so you make an informed decision before purchasing.
Full project management includes: contractor tender and selection, construction schedule management, regular site visits with photo and video reports, quality assurance and material verification, cost control and payment certification, coordination with all consultants and authorities, and regular progress calls in your language.
Architect fees are typically structured in stages: 20% at concept design, 30% at technical project submission, 20% at permit approval, and 30% distributed across the construction supervision phase. Contractor payments follow a certified progress structure — we verify completed work before you release funds.
We design the architecture to integrate seamlessly with the interior — space planning, material palettes, lighting design, and built-in furniture are part of our architectural scope. For detailed interior decoration and furniture procurement, we collaborate with trusted interior designers and can coordinate this as part of your project.
That is the most common starting point. We begin with a site analysis of your existing plot — checking zoning, buildable envelope, orientation, views, and access — then move directly into concept design. Having the plot already lets us be very specific about the architecture from day one.
Our primary working languages are Ukrainian, Russian, and English. For communication with local authorities, contractors, and suppliers in Spain and Portugal, we work through our established network of local partners who handle all on-site coordination. You always receive updates and documentation in the language you are most comfortable with.