Articles on architectural design, permits and building in Jordan
Written answers to the questions owners ask before signing: cost, permits, zoning, materials and the difference between drawing types.
· 6 min read
Energy-efficient house design in Jordan: orientation, insulation and solar
An energy-efficient house in Jordan starts with design decisions, not equipment: facade orientation, window sizes, insulation, shading and ventilation. This article explains each decision and why it is made before drawing.
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Permit to add a floor or modify an existing house in Jordan: steps and conditions
Adding a floor or splitting a house into two apartments needs a modification permit. This article explains why it starts with a structural check, what the file requires, and which cases are usually refused.
· 5 min read
Setbacks and building ratio: how to know the area you can build on your plot
Before any drawing, setbacks and building ratio decide how much you can build on your plot. This article explains both terms, how to read them from the site plan, and why the architect checks them before the first line.
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Small villa designs in Jordan: ideas for 300 to 500 m2 plots
A 300 to 500 m2 plot is enough for a comfortable villa if the plan is designed with care. This article offers practical ideas for small plots: compact layouts, double-height living, the roof, parking and the facade.
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Architect vs civil engineer: who do you need first?
The architect designs how you live in the house, the civil engineer designs how the house stands. This article explains the order of work between them, who signs what in the permit file, and when you need only one of them.
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How to check that an engineering office is licensed in Jordan
Before paying an engineering office, make sure it is registered with the Jordan Engineers Association and its engineers are registered in their disciplines. This article explains how to check and which signs should stop you.
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How much are engineering office fees in Jordan and what do they cover?
Engineering office fees are calculated per project and scope. This article explains what the office does for a building permit, why supervision is a separate item, and what to ask before paying.
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How much does it cost to build a villa in Jordan? Structure, finishing and what drives the price
There is no single number for villa construction cost in Jordan. This article explains the structure and finishing stages, what moves the price, and why a quantity take-off from the drawings is the only accurate method.
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Planning a 150 square meter apartment: 7 common layout mistakes and how to avoid them
A 150 square meter apartment is enough for a family but cannot absorb waste. 7 mistakes that repeat in Amman apartment plans, and how to fix each one before it turns into walls.
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Jordanian stone facades: types, cutting styles and maintenance
The word stone alone is not enough in a contract. Type, finish, cutting pattern, thickness and fixing method make the difference between two facades of the same stone.
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The best architect in Amman and Jordan: how to choose and 9 questions before signing
A calm list of 9 questions to ask any architect before you sign, with warning signs to watch for in the meeting and a simple way to compare quotes.
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How much does 3D architectural visualization cost and when do you really need it
Visualization is priced per view, not per square meter. What raises the price, which decisions make it pay for itself, and when a plan or hand sketch is all you need.
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Residential zoning in Amman (A, B, C, D): what it means for your house design
The letters A, B, C and D on your plot decide the size of the house before any drawing. What each class controls, how it changes a villa's footprint and an apartment count, and where to find it in the papers.
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The difference between architectural, structural and construction drawings
Three sets of drawings with three different jobs. How to tell them apart, how they must match, and the mismatches that only show up on site after the concrete is poured.
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Steps to get a building permit from Greater Amman Municipality
From the title deed and site plan to the occupancy permit: the general sequence of a building permit in Amman, the role of the licensed engineering office, and the mistakes that send a file back.
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How much does villa design cost in Jordan? How architect fees are calculated
Three ways architects in Jordan price villa design, what each package contains, what raises the fee, and why the cheapest drawings cost more on site.
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