How Much Do Designers and Architects Love Measuring a Property? (Spoiler: They Don’t)

If you’re an architect, interior designer, or commercial design expert, chances are you absolutely adore spending hours measuring a property... right? Of course not. Let’s face it—measuring is the least glamorous part of the job. The excitement of designing stunning spaces doesn’t exactly translate into hours spent balancing a tape measure and notebook, especially when clients hover around you asking questions.

Measuring is like trying to solve a puzzle while someone keeps rearranging the pieces—only this puzzle determines whether or not your design stays within budget or the entire project derails due to misaligned walls. But hey, who doesn’t love a good challenge?

The Joy of Errors, Distractions, and Repeat Visits

Be honest: How many times have you measured a property only to find out you missed something critical? Back you go, tape measure in hand, likely interrupting your day. And if the client is there, well, good luck. You’ll have plenty of distractions to help you miscalculate a room by an inch or two.

And that’s where the real fun begins—because even a small measurement error can mean days of delays. Have you ever had to make a follow-up visit because of a missed measurement? It’s like déjà vu, only with less excitement and more frustration.

Why Measuring is a Time Thief

We know measuring sounds simple enough. Just go in, jot down the dimensions, and leave. But in reality, it’s more like:

1. Finding a parking spot.
2. Setting up your tools.
3. Explaining to the client why the measurements matter (for the third time).
4. Getting interrupted by said client: “Can you move your laser for a second? I need to grab something.”
5. Redoing measurements because someone opened a door into your laser beam mid-measurement.

And that’s before we even talk about the rework that’s needed when your notes don’t match what’s on site. Repeat visits eat into your day, adding frustration and pushing deadlines back—while clients wonder why things are taking so long.

Wouldn’t You Rather Focus on Designing?

Let’s be honest: No one became an architect or designer because they love measuring properties. You got into this field to create, design, and innovate—not to play hide-and-seek with room dimensions. So why waste your time doing something you don’t enjoy when you could be focusing on the part of the job that actually lights you up?

With Colorado iGuide, we eliminate the headache of manual measurements. Using lidar laser technology, we capture thousands of data points in one visit, providing you with the accurate floor plans and measurements you need—without the hassle.

No more repeat site visits. No more time wasted on client interruptions. Just precise measurements delivered within 72 hours, so you can get back to what you do best—designing beautiful spaces.

Ready to Leave Measuring Behind?

Let’s face it: Measuring isn’t where your talents shine. You’re too busy designing incredible spaces to waste time with a tape measure. Let Colorado iGuide handle the measurements for you. Accurate lidar laser measurements, captured in one visit and ready within 72 hours. No more delays, no more rework—just smooth, efficient project management.

How much time could you save by outsourcing your measurements? Let's talk about how we can streamline your next project.