How to Choose an Architect in Nepal for Your Home Project

What to check — registration, portfolio, fee structure and communication style — before hiring an architect in Nepal.

Verify NEC/CAAN registration

Confirm the architect is registered with the relevant Nepali professional council before signing an agreement.

Review portfolio for similar projects

Ask for completed projects similar in scale and budget to yours, not just impressive large commercial work.

Understand the fee structure

Architects in Nepal typically charge 3-8% of construction cost or a fixed lump sum — clarify which before starting.

Set clear communication expectations

Agree on site visit frequency and drawing revision rounds included in the fee upfront to avoid disputes later.

Use this in Build Mart Nepal

Turn the guidance into action by creating a project, loading a BOQ, matching local providers, issuing quotations and storing approvals in the Build Mart Nepal construction operating system.

Quick implementation checklist

• Define the required outcome and acceptance evidence.
• Assign an owner and target date.
• Record quotations, approvals and changes.
• Inspect completed work and retain handover records.