Ah-Ha Moment from Zach Carney, NCARB, AIA:

“There are countless examples of betterment to an architect designed home, some more evident than others and all may be perceived differently by different individuals. Therefore, it would be hard to cite specifics. Generally, they should be
evident in the aesthetics, the function of spaces, and their relationship to the site and the structure. I believe the single most important skill in achieving a good functional design is how an architect through training is able to help a client see the project in a fresh way and to creatively give numerous options. In summary this is taking the client’s ideas, organizing them and taking them to a higher level.”