The process
Keep the Next Decision Clear
Architectural work becomes easier to manage when each decision is made at the right time. The early stages establish the problem, the property, the program, and the budget. Later stages add detail, coordinate consultants, and prepare the documents needed for agency review and construction. The exact scope changes from one project to another, but the sequence below gives clients a practical picture of how the work usually moves forward.
.1 Initial Conversation
Gather goals, constraints, budget, site, program, and timeframe, then prepare a project-specific proposal.
.2 Preliminary Design
Match needs with the site, materials, budget, local codes, construction realities, and opportunities.
.3 Schematic Design
Develop the initial plan, including rooms, doors, windows, furniture, and equipment.
.4 Design Development
Refine room sizes, exterior form, roof, elevations, and building systems.
.5 Construction Documents
Bring the project together into the drawing package for permitting and construction.
.6 Agency Liaison
Submit plans and work through requested modifications during plan review.
.7 Construction Administration
Additional service available for modifications, coordination, and design questions during construction.