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Why Choose Fixed Fees Over Percentage-Based Architect Fees?

At Inside Out Your Space, we believe in absolute clarity and value for our clients. That’s why we offer a fixed-fee approach for all our architectural and design services—no surprises, no hidden extras, and no uncertainty about what you’ll pay.

The Problem with Percentage-Based Architect Fees

Many architects still charge a percentage of your total project cost—a model that’s common in the UK and highlighted in guides like Checkatrade’s Architect Fees. While this can seem straightforward, it often leads to:

  • Unpredictable Costs: As your build costs rise (sometimes due to factors outside your control), so do your architect’s fees.

  • Lack of Transparency: Percentage-based fees can be confusing, making it hard to compare quotes or budget accurately.

  • Potential Conflicts of Interest: When fees are tied to your total spend, there’s less incentive for your architect to help you manage costs.

The Inside Out Your Space Difference: Fixed Fees for Real Peace of Mind

We do things differently. Our fixed-fee structure is designed to put you in control:

  • Upfront, All-Inclusive Pricing: You’ll know exactly what you’re paying for each stage of your project. No surprises, ever.

  • Fair and Transparent: Our fees are based on the time and expertise required—not the size of your budget or the scale of your build.

  • Budget-Friendly: Fixed fees make it easier to plan your finances, compare options, and avoid unexpected cost overruns.

  • No Incentive to Upsell: Our focus is on delivering the best design for your needs, not on increasing the project value.

  • Sectioned Payments: For larger projects, we break fees into manageable sections, so you only pay for what you need, when you need it.

How Our Fixed Fees Work

  • Architectural Extensions & New Builds: Fixed fee tailored to your project, always agreed in advance and broken into clear stages

  • Interior Design: From £500 + VAT per room (includes consultation, moodboard, coloured plans & visuals)

  • Garden Design: £800 + VAT (includes consultation, moodboard, plans & elevations)

Before any work begins, you’ll receive a detailed breakdown of our fees, covering everything from design development to planning, building control, and beyond. If your project changes, we’ll discuss any adjustments before proceeding—no hidden extras, ever.

Why Clients Love Our Approach

  • “No nasty surprises—just clear, honest pricing from the start.”

  • “We could budget with confidence and focus on the fun parts of our renovation.”

  • “Inside Out Your Space made the process stress-free and transparent.”

Ready for a Simpler, More Transparent Design Process?

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