Hi all,

I graduated from architecture 2 years ago (Ba Hons) and since then I have worked for a well known architectural practice for one year and have been freelancing on and off...I am not interested in doing my part 2 as I do not wish to become an architect any more.

This is my plan, please, any criticisms or tips would help:

1) To build up client base by doing Plannning Permissions. Once planning permissions are obtained I will pass the drawings over to a structural engineer to do his structural work and produce building control drawings.

2) I'm very good in graphic design, photography and 3d work which my company will provide in addition to Planning Permissions.

3) I'm not sure whether to be Sole Trader or start a Limited Company- if anyone here has done what I'm going to do (which im sure SOMEONE here must have), what have you done to start being self employed?

4) Will I need Professional Indemnity Insurance even though I'm not a fully qualified architect and not dealing with building control drawings?