Our journey begins with an initial consultation, a crucial step where we aim to understand your vision, goals, budget, and timeline for your new construction or commercial project. This first meeting is fundamental, as it allows us to delve deeply into your specific needs, whether it’s crafting the layout for your dream home or tailoring the operational flow of your business space. The most important part of this consultation is walking you through our process. We help you understand how we work and emphasize that this journey is a partnership and exploration process. We discuss the characteristics of your site, regulatory constraints, and any special features you envision, ensuring that our objectives align perfectly with your expectations. We will rely on the information gathered to outline our design approach, project phases, and tentative timelines, offering a clear roadmap ahead. This stage sets the foundation of our project, ensuring a successful partnership.  At this point, we offer a 30-minute virtual consultation free of charge, aiming to start our relationship on the right note and to lay the groundwork for a successful, collaborative project. The next step will include a site visit to assess existing conditions and identify potential challenges and opportunities, ensuring a comprehensive understanding from the outset.

After finalizing the schematic design, we move into the Design Development phase. This stage is crucial as it bridges the conceptual and technical aspects of your project, transforming broad ideas into detailed plans and specifications. In this phase, we specify colors, textures, products, and materials and further develop structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems into the design. It's a detailed process that involves close collaboration with various consultants and engineers to ensure that the chosen design is not only aesthetically pleasing but also functionally sound and feasible. We will refine the design further, detailing the size, character, and function of every space and element. This attention to detail is essential for preparing a comprehensive set of documents needed for building permit submission. The Design Development phase ensures that the vision for your project is realized in full, addressing all technical requirements and regulations. This is a necessary step to ensure all aspects of the design are accurate and complete before moving forward, setting the stage for successful construction and project realization.

In the Pre-Design phase, we lay the groundwork for your project, focusing on detailed planning and analysis to ensure a successful foundation for all subsequent design activities. We begin with a comprehensive site analysis, assessing existing conditions through detailed as-built plans and site surveys, which are crucial for accurate planning. Whether developed in-house or by specialized professionals, these documents provide essential data on your property's characteristics. Concurrently, we conduct a thorough code analysis to navigate local planning and building regulations, ensuring our design complies with all legal requirements. This step is vital to prevent future complications and to align our project with the legal framework. Clarifying your project's specific needs and functions is essential; we define the space's requirements, aligning them with your goals and vision. This phase also involves gathering necessary documents and services to inform our design decisions effectively. Feasibility studies are conducted to assess the project's scope, budget, and timeline, ensuring viability and setting realistic expectations. This stage is about making informed decisions, aiming for a smooth transition from conception to completion.

Transitioning from Design Development, we enter the Construction Document phase, another critical step in your project's journey before commencing the construction. This phase is dedicated to finalizing detailed drawings and specifications that will act as the official blueprint for the construction of your project. Our focus during this period is to ensure that every design aspect is accurately translated into these documents. They will cover all necessary details, from waterproofing requirements to material specifications and how different trades interface, ensuring that the contractor has a clear, comprehensive guide to follow. This meticulous documentation is essential for obtaining accurate construction estimates. It ensures that the project is built to our exact standards, guaranteeing longevity, consistency, and quality execution. By providing a detailed set of construction documents, we minimize the potential for misunderstandings and reduce the likelihood of RFIs and change orders during construction, facilitating a smoother building process.

In the Schematic Design phase, we embark on the creative journey of transforming your vision into tangible concept plans. This is where your project begins to take shape, as we explore various layouts, forms, and spatial arrangements to discover the optimal solution tailored to your needs and aspirations. During this stage, we present multiple design options, providing a range of possibilities for your consideration. This collaborative approach allows for a thorough exploration of potential designs, ensuring that the final direction aligns closely with your goals and preferences. We encourage open communication and feedback, as this iterative process is crucial for refining and evolving the initial concepts. By working closely together, we can refine these ideas, making adjustments based on your input and our professional expertise, until we arrive at a cohesive and compelling final design direction. This phase sets the tone for the entire project, establishing a clear vision that will guide all subsequent phases of design and construction.

Entering the Construction phase, our role shifts to Construction Administration, a vital component ensuring that your vision becomes reality with fidelity to the original design. During this phase, our engagement is geared towards overseeing the construction to ensure adherence to the plans and specifications laid out in the Construction Documents. We perform regular site visits to observe the progress and ensure that the work complies with the document developed. Additionally, we review submissions from the contractor, including materials, shop drawings, and any other project-related submittals, to verify their alignment with the design intent. Our proactive approach during this phase aims to identify and resolve any discrepancies or issues before they impact the project's timeline or budget. Our ultimate goal is safeguarding the project's integrity, ensuring that the final outcome aligns with your expectations and the agreed-upon standards. By maintaining a strong presence during construction, we facilitate a smooth process, addressing challenges promptly and ensuring the project's success from start to finish.