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studio andrea kister

Independent expert for fees for architectural and engineering services (HOAI) in Ingolstadt and Buchheim

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studio andrea kister

Creating structure. Clarifying content. At Studio Andrea Kister, I provide support as an independent expert in fee matters for architectural and engineering services under the German HOAI (Fee Structure for Architects and Engineers). I help both planners and clients determine and review fees and billings as well as assess the services provided.

I offer neutral and unbiased advice on questions relating to fees and the HOAI. Depending on your needs, support can be provided as professional consultation or as a written expert report — tailored and transparent.

Invoicing and Invoice Review

I can assist you with:

  • Preparing final invoices for architectural and engineering services.
  • Reviewing final invoices for compliance and audit readiness.
  • Assessing performed services following contract termination.
Fee Determination

I can assist you with:

  • Determining fees for change orders and repeated basic services.
  • Calculating fees for contracts covering multiple projects under § 11 HOAI.
  • Assessing the number of projects under § 2 (1) HOAI.
  • Determining the applicable fee zone under § 5 HOAI.
  • Evaluating the chargeable costs under § 4 HOAI.
  • Distinguishing between “basic services” and “special services.
Fee Determination for Renovation and Existing Buildings

I can assist you with:

  • Determining the portion of existing building substance to be included under § 2 (7) HOAI.
  • Calculating the amount of the surcharge for refurbishment and modernization.
Preparation of Expert Reports

I prepare written expert reports for fee determination and the evaluation of architectural and engineering services according to HOAI. These include:

  • Private expert opinions.
  • Arbitration reports.
  • Court-appointed expert reports.
  • Court-appointed expert reports.

I also support you with:

  • Questions and issues regarding fee billing under HOAI.
  • Professional drafting of architect contracts.
Who I Work With

My services are offered to Architects and engineers, Clients and property owners, Courts, Public clients and Insurance companies.

Together we find suitable solutions for your concerns around architectural and engineering fees.

My Qualifications – Briefly Explained

After completing my additional qualification “Architect as Fee Expert” at the Institute for Continuing Education Building (ifbau) of the Architects’ Chamber of Baden-Württemberg in 2021, I have been working as a freelance expert for fee matters for architectural and engineering services.

Since 2021 I have been a member of the Arbitration Committee of the Bavarian Chamber of Architects.

As a member of the Bavarian Chamber of Architects, I have the professional and legal foundation required. As an architect — particularly in the field of renovation and conversion — my work is shaped by a clear focus on what is feasible.