Subscription based architectural services are a new approach to providing architectural services based on a recurring fee of various subscription packages – monthly or annual. In exchange for this recurring fee, clients can enjoy the benefits of consultation and full-time access to architects and design services. Archilance LLC takes this business model a step further and gives subscribed clients ongoing access to teams of architects from all fields of expertise. This is helpful for variable client demands, whether they require landscape architectural services, architectural design services, Revit drafting services or more.
Subscription based architectural services is a business model that differs from the traditional architectural business models that are mainly project-based and end after the project has been completed. This new business model builds a long-term relationship between the client and architect. Here are some reasons why subscription-based architectural services are causing such a revolution
Affordability and Cost Predictability
Affordability or cost predictability is one of the most notable benefits of subscription based services. In the traditional way of providing architectural services, businesses often require clients to pay hefty amounts of upfront payments that can be a burden on clients. On the other hand, subscription based services can break this cost into smaller, recurring payments, providing high quality design expertise to individuals and businesses alike. This helps clients predict the expense and plan for it beforehand, rather than a having to pay an unexpected cost. That way, clients can plan their finances and not feel hesitant in hiring high quality design services for complex design processes.
Continuous Collaboration and Trust Building
Since subscription based architectural business models provide long-term access to services, they automatically start to harbor ongoing support and collaboration with clients. This builds trust among both parties, with clients relying on architects with their ideas and architects being familiar with the client and their work style. Architects can get the job done faster, and it eradicates the possibility of useless revisions.
While subscription based services also allow for the collaboration to end upon delivery of a project – by not getting a renewal, they also allow clients to remain engaged with the architectural services provider. Clients may need revisions for projects with their growing needs, for example, a workspace may need to be adapted for a growing team or a residential space may need to be updated to incorporate new technologies. This way, architects have deeper knowledge of their client’s preferences and can deliver tailored solutions. Or, an architect who has completed a project has profound insight of the designed space and can suggest better changes for an enhancement.
Diverse Services
Subscription packages just make everything easy. They remove the process of calculating costs as discussed earlier, and while doing so, give you access to a range of services, those too scalable and very customizable.
It wouldn’t really be fair to have everyone go through the same kind of subscription fee, so usually these subscriptions are divided into various packages from which you can choose the one that suits your requirements. For instance, Archilance LLC offers subscription packages for $1495 per month, $355.60 per week and $20 per hour. Through these subscriptions you can avail a plethora of architectural services from basic consultation to detailed 3D models. You may even avail services from varying fields of expertise in architecture, such as interior design or landscape design.
Through bundling all these services into subscription packages, clients gain access to so many services that may otherwise be out of reach, or they may not realize they need, and then bump into further added costs. This business model also allows architects to showcase the full spectrum of their architectural abilities. It is especially attractive to small businesses, startups, and individuals who require high-quality design solutions but do not have long-term collaborations with high-end architectural firms.
Remote Architectural Services
Most of these subscription packages are based off of remote architectural services, where a team of architects is available to you digitally. Instead of this concept putting people off of the subscription idea, it should attract flexible thinking, as digital technology has greatly enabled architects by integrating cloud-based platforms into their work. This provides a more seamless collaboration and communication among clients and architects.
It is actually more beneficial for clients as they get to be a part of each step of the design process, access updated designs at any time, provide real-time feedback, and request updates. It makes the completion process quicker by reducing delays. Remote subscription services truly align with modern client expectations who require transparency, convenience and real-time interactions.
Stability for Architects
Subscription based architectural services are not only beneficial for clients but also for architects as they offer distinct professional advantages. It can allow for architects to have a steady and reliable stream of revenue, which smoothes out financial unpredictability in the field associated with project-based work model. Instead of looking for new clients with one-off projects who may or may not give you a chance in other projects, architects can focus on nurturing ongoing relations with their clients. This helps the architect stay focused on being creative and innovative and reduce the time taken up in marketing. With this time, architects can streamline their work by predicting their workload and invest in tools and trainings that enhance their services.
Subscription based architectural services are revolutionizing the industry by making design expertise more affordable, accessible and trustworthy. They mark a shift in the industry, going hand in hand with remote architectural services. Learn more about how remote architectural services are the future of architecture at Archilance LLC.
