Architecture Freelance Architecture Contract
Agreement Overview
This Architecture Freelance Contract ("Contract") is entered into as of [Month Day, Year], by and between [Your Client / Subscriber / User Name], located at [Client's Address] ("Client"), and [Your Name], located at [Your Company Address] ("Architect").
Project Title: [Name of the Project]
Project Location: [Project Address]
Scope of Work: Comprehensive architectural design services for the renovation and expansion of the Springfield Restaurant, including pre-design, design, and construction administration services.
1. Scope of Services
The Architect agrees to perform the following services:
a. Pre-Design Services
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Site analysis and feasibility studies
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Initial project consultation and requirements gathering
b. Design Services
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Schematic Design: Development of preliminary design concepts
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Design Development: Refinement of design concepts into detailed plans
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Construction Documents: Preparation of comprehensive construction drawings and specifications
c. Construction Administration
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Overseeing construction to ensure compliance with design
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Site visits and inspections as needed
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Coordination with contractors and other professionals
2. Compensation
The Client agrees to pay the Architect as follows:
a. Fee Structure: Flat fee
b. Total Estimated Cost: $[0]
c. Payment Schedule:
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Milestone |
Amount |
|---|---|
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Upon signing this Contract |
$[0] |
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Upon completion of Schematic Design |
$[0] |
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Upon completion of Design Development |
$[0] |
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Upon completion of Construction Documents |
$[0] |
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Upon final approval and project closeout |
$[0] |
Payments are due within [Number] days of invoice date. Late payments will incur a late fee of [Percentage]% per month.
3. Term and Termination
This Contract shall commence on [Month Day, Year] and continue until [Month Day, Year], unless terminated earlier in accordance with the following provisions:
a. Termination by Client: The Client may terminate this Contract at any time with [0] days written notice. The Client will be responsible for payment for services rendered up to the date of termination.
b. Termination by Architect: The Architect may terminate this Contract with [0] days written notice if the Client fails to make payments as required, or otherwise breaches the Contract.
4. Intellectual Property
All designs, drawings, and other documents prepared by the Architect are the intellectual property of the Architect and are licensed to the Client for the specific purpose of constructing the project described in this Contract.
5. Confidentiality
The Architect agrees to keep all information regarding the Client's project confidential and will not disclose any such information without the Client's prior written consent, except as required by law.
6. Liability and Indemnity
a. Architect's Liability: The Architect will carry professional liability insurance with coverage of at least $[0]. The Architect's total liability under this Contract shall not exceed the total compensation received under this Contract.
b. Indemnity: The Client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Architect from any and all claims, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of the Architect's performance of services under this Contract, except those caused by the Architect's negligence or willful misconduct.
7. Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Contract shall be resolved through mediation, and if mediation is unsuccessful, then through binding arbitration under the rules of [Arbitration Organization].
8. Miscellaneous
a. Governing Law: This Contract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [State].
b. Entire Agreement: This Contract constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements, understandings, and negotiations.
c. Amendments: Any amendments to this Contract must be in writing and signed by both parties.
Severability: If any provision of this Contract is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
9. Signatures
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Contract as of the day and year first above written.
Client:
[Full Name]
[Month Day, Year]
Architect:
[Your Name]
[Month Day, Year]
Witness (if required):
[Full Name]
[Month Day, Year]
