OUR PROCESS

An initial phone consultation provides an opportunity to discuss your project goals, scope, and timeline. During this conversation, we’ll gather insights into your vision, requirements, and any initial ideas you have for your space. This introductory discussion helps us understand your needs and determine how we can best support you in bringing your architectural goals to life.

For renovation and addition projects, our in-home consultation service brings our expertise directly to you. During this visit, we'll walk through your space together, discussing the scope of your project, your goals, and your specific needs and desires. This collaborative approach allows us to explore tailored design options that ensure a beautiful, functional outcome aligned with your vision. Following the consultation, we'll provide a detailed proposal outlining your project, terms and conditions, and the investment commitment. To secure your spot on our schedule, a 20% deposit is required once you're ready to move forward.

Schematic design is the initial phase where we bring your ideas and requirements to life as visual concepts. We start by measuring your home to capture its existing structure, then develop sketches, floor plans, and preliminary renderings that define spatial relationships and highlight key design elements. This phase establishes a strong foundation, ensuring alignment with your vision before progressing to detailed architectural planning. Our fee for this phase includes two revisions to refine the design to your satisfaction.

Preliminary pricing offers an early cost estimate based on the initial schematic design and defined project scope. This estimate includes projected expenses for materials, labor, and other factors, giving you a clear sense of the project's financial feasibility before advancing to detailed planning and construction.

During the Design Development and Construction Documents phase, we prepare comprehensive plans, drawings, and specifications to guide your project’s construction. These documents detail every aspect of the design, from structural components to materials and finishes, ensuring nothing is overlooked. At this stage, we finalize material selections and make any necessary adjustments to refine the design. We also coordinate with the Structural Engineer to ensure all elements align with structural requirements. Together, these Construction Documents serve as a precise roadmap for your builder, ensuring your vision is accurately and efficiently brought to life on-site.

In sync with the previous phase, the engineering involves the integration of structural systems into the design. Our Structural engineers ensure that the building is safe, efficient, and compliant with regulatory standards. Their expertise ensures that all technical aspects of the project are seamlessly integrated, contributing to the overall functionality and longevity of the structure.

Final pricing with your builder is the culmination of detailed planning, where all aspects of the project are accounted for in a comprehensive cost estimate. It ensures clarity on project costs, enabling informed decisions and preparing for construction with confidence.

Construction readiness signifies that all necessary preparations have been completed to commence building activities effectively. This phase, with your chosen builder, ensures that permits, approvals, financing, and logistics are in place. It also includes site preparation, mobilization of resources, and scheduling of subcontractors. Construction readiness guarantees that all elements are aligned for a smooth and efficient start to your project.