Preliminary: Consultation
Initial meeting were we will discuss your project to get a general idea and scope of work. We like to also get to know you and your habits so those can be involved in the design process. At the end of this phase we will present the client with a proposal outlining our work and timeline.
Phase One: Schematic Design (SD)
We will organize all your thoughts and dreams during the Schematic Design phase, by helping you to establish a Program for your project; a list of spatial requirements (number of bedrooms, size of the kitchen, etc.) from which we will base all of our subsequent designs. Based on the Program, we will prepare preliminary design sketches of a site plan (the proposed building located on your site), floor plans (layout) and elevations (exterior views of the building).
Our goal during this phase is to acquire a complete and accurate understanding of your intentions and project requirements. To be certain that we clearly communicate our ideas to you, we may use several different presentation methods such as 3D perspective drawings and/or models.
Phase Two: Design Development (DD)
All of the major decisions for the project will be made during Design Development. The sketches prepared during Schematic Design will be thoroughly detailed and developed into a complete set of design drawings. A code review will be performed to confirm that the project meets with the limits and requirements established by any and all regulatory agencies. When Phase Two is complete, the project will be fully developed and you will be asked to approve the Design Development package and authorize us to proceed to the next step, preparing the Construction Documents.
Phase Two – Plus: Interior Design (ID)
This phase is an optional service we like to incorporate into every project but is not required. We feel the interior space of a project needs as much attention as the building itself. The materials and colors designed for each project are key elements as the occupants see and feel these every day.
When we get the opportunity to design the interior spaces we have the unique ability to continue the buildings style and presence into the inner spaces. This creates one building instead of separate exterior and interior feelings.
At the end of this phase we will create finish plans and schedules that detail all the interior spaces from appliances to trim work and colors. Through this process we will collectively meet at various different vendors to select all of these interior details.
Phase Three: Construction Documents (CD)
With the design fully developed, all the required technical information, such as dimensions and notes, door schedule, window schedule, finish schedule, etc. will be added to the drawings. The Construction Drawings become the legal documents from which a General Contractor will prepare a bid and ultimately construct your building.
Phase Four: Construction Administration (CA)
This is the phase when all of our collective hard work comes together. During the construction of you project, we will make scheduled site visits to observe the progress and confirm that the project is being built as per the prepared Construction Documents. We will work closely with your General Contractor to keep the project on schedule and efficiently resolve any unexpected issues that may arise.
