DESIGN PROCESS

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The initial design starts by analyzing the site and the design brief and establishing current, accurate building costs. From here we develop schematic designs, resolving the larger spatial elements. This involves close collaboration with clients as we look at, discuss and critique proposed solutions.

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Three dimensional models are made to test the designs spatial elements and seasonal sun penetration into the building.

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Once the schematic design is completed and approved, we move to design development, where we go into greater detail on room layouts, fenestration, material and fixture selections.

 

Finally, detailed construction drawings are completed.

These drawings, along with consultants’ drawings and consultants' reports are collated to produce the full construction documents for shire approval and building.

 

These are four general steps in the design and documentation process that cross over and interlock.

 

- design brief and analysis

- schematic design

- design development 

- construction drawings

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All builds are a collaboration between many parties: clients, designers, builders, consultants, trades and fabricators. Everyone’s ideas are valuable and by engaging openly with all parties the best outcome can be achieved.

 

CONSTRUCTION PROCESS

  

Nominating a trusted builder early in the design process is essential.

 

By doing this, your builder will be able to provide cost estimates early during the design process and this will avoid any surprises when it comes time to build. 

Your builder will also be able to provide practical feedback on cost effective construction solutions.

 

We are available to discuss all elements of the project with the builder before and during construction.