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[quote=Anonymous]Op here; thank you everyone for the helpful advice.

It sounds like there is a split between whether to hire a GC or architect. I’m leaning more towards an architect only because: 1) I wanted to serve as our own GC and hire out subcontractors to do the various work needed to be done to save money; and 2) I have a pretty clear idea of what I want to be done, but I don’t know if it’s feasible and if so, will there be a significant cost to do so (which I guess this also is a reason for hiring a GG?). I’m fairly handy and have handled  smaller scale renovations, so I don’t necessarily need hand holding, but I do need to someone to tell me whether what I want “works” (e.g., I have already designed a kitchen using ikea software; now I need someone to tell me whether the kitchen layout makes sense for how I use my kitchen, as well as tell me whether the design is possible because it involves the removal of a wall). I’m assuming the work will need permits. With this in mind, is there a clear path for type of professional I should hire? And the estimated cost?

Oh, for the person who asked, I’m in Fairfax County. [/quote]

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