It’s the same if you live in Johor or Melaka or in Selangor - almost everything (communication and delivery of drawings) is done through whatsapp and/or email. Except that, there will be a limit of our capacity and/or a higher additional cost to meet face-to-face if you desire so. Regular site inspections can be impossible if it is too far away like Kedah, but you can opt for a remote checking where contractors are to send us photos of work progress on site for us to check if it is done correctly.

It depends on the type and extent of the renovation. Whatever the case, we advise that you discuss with the authority to confirm this. Don’t forget to bring along at least a sketch of the plan of the renovation to help you communicate.

It depends on the type and size of your project. A look at this diagram may help you better understand which can be cheaper. 

Other than cost, you may also be concerned about the quality of service. An architect generally has more knowledge in the building industry compared to a regular designer. Our expertise lies in between where we are a freelance designer but with years of architectural experience.

Another thing is good communication, where you might want to hire someone who can commit to good communication, always advises you of any potential issues or good alternatives as well as understands your needs and wants, etc.

If you have a knack for ID, you may not need to hire an interior designer! DIY can be so much cheaper and fun too. However, if you have a complicated design such as kitchen cabinets full with uncommon or custom parts, you may need help of an ID drafter to help you communicate accurately with the contractor, so that your custom cabinets are constructed correctly. 

Or sometimes, it can be a bit hard to visualize what your ideas would really look like. So, you can hire an ID 3D modeller to enable you to look all around it however you want. They can also help you to decide on some aspects like lighting and colours.