Client: I've been told you can't get anyone to _________________ anymore.
- do stucco
- turn a replacement spindle
- turn a replacement porch post
- make fancy curved wood stairs and railings
- match fancy plaster moldings
- build wood shutters
- machine special hardware
- make ______ repairs
- do ______ replacement
- make a _____
Architect: Ohhhhhh YES you can........
Client: Really?
Architect: There's always an expert. Some are local. Many don't advertise. Most don't rush !
Client: Yeah, but it'll cost a lot !
Architect: Actually it DOESN'T cost a lot. You are charged exactly what the rate is for getting what you want done DONE. After all, he/she is "the" person who does "that thing". If you want it done, you need to recover from the sticker shock and get in line. They'll get to you....
Client: I mean it'll cost more than buying what is standard THESE days.
Architect: Yes it will. You'll get some pleasure out of it though, and you'll be keeping a specialist tradesman fed, and a special trade alive. You'll be a Supporter of the Construction and Architectural Arts.
Client: Not sure I want to spend the money.
Architect: That's a DIFFERENT story !!!
Monday, September 13, 2010
You Can't Get Those Things Anymore?
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