A Building Designer is typically doing the exact same job as an Architect. They are involved in every aspect of the architecture of a building, from the site to the roof. In Texas, a Building Designer is allowed, by law, to design single family homes, duplexes, and commercial buildings up to 10,000 sf and 3 stories or less. Foundations, Landscapes, Trusses and other engineered or specialty systems must designed by the appropriate licenced consultants. (The engineering is also required for architects.)
A Professional Member of the American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) is an individual who is actively engaged in the professional practice of residential design either as the proprietor of, or as a design employee of, a firm providing building design services. The AIBD established an autonomous body known as the National Council of Building Designer Certification (NCBDC) to create and administer an examination and certification program. These certified persons are permitted to use the title of Certified Professional Building Designer (CPBD).
Certified Members have more than six-years of work experience, have submitted examples of their work, and have been tested on competencies related to performing services as a building designer.
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