Architecture is one of the older established professions and, as such, Architects are regarded as a "traditional" profession. All Chartered Architects are associates or fellows of the Royal Institute of Chartered Architects (RIBA) although not all Architects are members.

Like all those involved in the building industry, Architects have been affected by new legislation. The Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 became law in May 1998. It was designed to tackle problems such as excessive delays in claims and protracted and costly disputes within the construction industry. The legislation did so by incorporating adjudication procedures into all but a few building contracts so that disputes that give rise to claims can be settled in a matter of weeks. Contracts involving private residences at one end and very large engineering projects at the other, are excluded from the new process.

What do Insurers look for?
As with other traditional professions, insurers will look for qualifications or experience. If a consultant is unqualified the Insurer will want to see a CV.

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