The Architect's Role 
 
The architect is at the top of the building project pyramid. In order to achieve optimal results he has to integrate many different elements. His role is to conduct the design and execution. The architect combines the needs and dreams of the home owner with the topography, building code and budget - through meticulous design, smart resource management and close supervision. This is the true meaning of complete architecture.
 
Since the ancient world and until the last century the architect’s role was broad and comprehensive. Architects in the Classic era, and those who followed their approach, led the whole building process. Narrow specialization, which occurred in our time, caused many traditional professions to be split into several tasks. This tendency has damaged the Architecture profession as several of its components were torn away, leaving it weakened and handicapped with no capability to fulfill its original role.
 
In our view, we need to strive to return the definition of Architecture to its original meaning. The ideal Architect can become again “The Master Builder”.
 
According to this perception the Architect must be versed in all aspects of the building process, starting with civil engineering, building technologies, plumbing, electricity, air conditioning etc’ and ending with color theory, home styling, furniture, and advanced systems (such as security, communication and audio-video). Although it is not realistic to expect an individual to master all these complex topics and ever changing technologies, the Architect should have sufficient knowledge to advice and interface with experts and consultants when necessary.

 
The Architect’s tasks constitute a solid ensemble – design for functionality, external shape and form, internal design and styling and integration of systems. There is no dividing line between any of these tasks which, when integrated, represent Architecture in its true sense.
 
In our view, the architect is the most suitable authority to supervise the implementation of the plan and all its details. As we have learned from past experience, the execution is inseparable from the design. Often, implementation restrictions require changes and updates of the plan during the actual work process. The architect can solve problems on site, having broad vision and profound understanding of the project, knowing where to insist and where to compromise, without causing a significant impact on the desired result.