FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Everything clients, professionals, and product vendors ask us. Can’t find your answer? Get in touch.

For clients

Is it free to browse and contact professionals?+

Yes — browsing, saving, messaging, and sending enquiries are free for clients. You only ever deal directly with the professional.

How can I check the standard of an architect’s work?+

Every profile has a portfolio of past projects plus a rating and review system, so you can judge quality and read what previous clients experienced before you reach out.

How do I know the portfolio projects are genuine?+

Architects acknowledge ownership of the work they list at registration. If we find false or misrepresented information, the profile is removed.

What if I have a one-of-a-kind project that isn’t listed?+

Professionals indicate whether they’re open to special or custom projects, so you can filter the directory to those who take on unusual briefs.

Can the price of a service change for the same architect?+

Services and prices are listed by the professionals themselves — we don’t change or modify them. What you see up front is set by the architect.

How does hiring work?+

Send a project enquiry with your budget and timeline, or book a consultation directly. The professional accepts and you take it from there — no middleman.

For professionals & vendors

What does it cost to list my practice?+

₹8,000 per year, which publishes your profile across all five of our websites for 5× the reach. There is no commission on the projects you win and no per-lead charges.

Do you take a commission on projects I win?+

No. Beyond the annual membership, we never take a commission or any cut from the projects you procure through the platform, no matter how many you win.

What are the benefits of membership?+

Full access to all features of the platform — profile, portfolio, pricing, enquiries and bookings — along with support.

Are the professionals on SearchArchitect verified?+

Yes. We verify each member via KYC at registration, and listings are reviewed by our team before they go live.

What if I don’t want my contact number on my profile?+

You decide exactly what information is visible and how you want clients to reach you. You’re in complete control of your profile.

Is my personal information safe?+

Absolutely — we never share or sell your information to any third party for any reason.

Can my profile be removed?+

Only in cases of false information, misuse of customer information, or harassment of customers. Genuine members are never removed.

I supply building products — how do I get listed as a vendor?+

We feature a catalogue of products used in real projects — flooring, wallpaper, lighting, stone & marble, exterior facades and more. Contact us to register as a vendor and showcase your materials.

Still have questions?

Reach out about hiring an architect, listing your practice, or featuring your products.