Commercial Designs
1. Initial consultation
You share a high-level overview of your project with me. After a conversation, I can determine if I need to meet further to understand the scope. This exploration is free.
2. Proposal
I generate a design proposal that depicts my fees from the initial sketch to the final approval during construction, including any consultants. Signing a design contract gets the project moving.
3. Design
This is a highly collaborative effort. I lean on you to understand your vision of what an ideal space would be to best achieve your goals. I ask many questions to tailor the project to your mission. The design moves from a conceptual sketch, into the computer with 3D design software, and finally to a set of construction documents. I’m also quarterbacking the appropriate consultant team (civil, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and structural engineers, surveyors, landscape architects, interior designers) in order to have one unified set of drawings. I LOVE being part of this process with you!
4. Permitting and Bidding
Once the construction documents are complete, I submit your plans to the local permit office and the state fire marshal for plan review. I revise documents as required. Meanwhile, the general contractor(s) procures construction cost.
5. Construction
Once the final price is agreed upon and a construction contract is signed, your approved project moves into the construction phase. I will approve submittals and answer requests for information from the contractor and make regular visits to the jobsite. Adjustments are made if necessary. What once was only a vision becomes a reality!
