We use a specific process in designing each project. While we tailor it for each job, the basic elements of each step remain the same.
Expand each of the eight bullet points below on the right side to learn about each step.
The Design Process
- Feasibility Studies
- Establishing Concept and Scope
- Surveys & Soil Testing
- Preliminary Zoning Research
- Who are the users?
- What are the space needs?
- Adjacencies?
- Long Term Needs?
- Conceptual layouts “bubble diagrams”
- Space Relationships
- Code and Zoning Research
- Massing Studies
- Develop Established Plan
- Investigate Systems
- Coordinate Mechanical
- Cost Estimating
- Final Systems Selections
- Detailed Bidding Information
- Specifications
- Coordination with Engineers
- Agency/Code Reviews
- Bidding to Contractors, Address Issues
- Value Engineering if Necessary
- Contractor(s) Selection
- Observe Construction
- Review Submittals
- Progress Meetings
- Resolve Issues
- Punch Lists
- Final Local Inspections
- Manuals & Instruction
- Final Payments