Selecting an architect is a huge task that should not be addressed casually nor completed without consideration of some very weighty questions. Any time that you are faced with a decision of this magnitude and importance, it is helpful to breakdown the overall problem into several topics. Although the project may vary, there are always some basic questions which will get you on the right path, and in turn, generate additional questions that help you make your decision intelligently. Before selecting an architect, inquiries should be made about the architect's experience and the possibility of references.