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If anyone has used or has experience of Derek Murphy Architects, could they PM me.
We don't have any personal recommendations for any architects so I'm trying to ask around..
Thank you.
Check with the RIAI if he's an Architect or an "architect".
Lots of dubiously qualified people calling themsleves architects, plumbers, physiotherapists etc etc.
And there are some RIAI architects that aren't very good... OP is right to get personal recommendations, for sure.
onq, we're currently looking for a reputable architect and have used www.riai.ie to search but the numbers coming back on this site are quite small. Is the search facility on that site poor as I can't even find your own practice up there so am just wondering if they hold a comprehensive list of just a selection?
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P.S. One of the benefits of the RIAI site is that all results will be Architects & RIAI members. Google searches can return people or firms who claim to be, but should not use the term, as its use is restricted under the Building Control Act. If you find a firm from google, simply check their name on the RIAI site to confirm.
onq, we're currently looking for a reputable architect and have used www.riai.ie to search but the numbers coming back on this site are quite small. Is the search facility on that site poor as I can't even find your own practice up there so am just wondering if they hold a comprehensive list of just a selection?
I have occasionally advised clients in relation to matters of non-compliance.
Of four projects I have investigated; -
All of the works giving rise to these investigations were certified by MRIAI registered architects.
- one is in the High Court
- one resulted in several legal actions
- one was was referred to the local authority
- one was out of time but there was a definite case to be made.
Do not mistake my intent.
This is not an attempt to tar the many honourable MRIAI members with the actions of a few.
It is to show that the badge alone isn't proof of what you're getting.
You can know everything there is to know and pass the Part III exam.
It doesn't mean you will act honourably - that comes down to personal qualities.
This fact that should be obvious to all from the many cases taken last year against corrupt solicitors.
Many of these people were quite competent, indeed they had to be both intelligent as well as competent to run the kind of scams that they did.
There point is, there will always be a few bad apples, whatever the level of competence.
Look at the projects. Talk to the clients. Meet the professional you are interested in. Make your decision.
FWIW
ONQ.
PS The use of the term "Architect" by anyone not on the Register of Architects is an offence under the Act - the provision of architectural services is not.
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The above ‘may’ be correct, but it is not balanced.
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