• Determine Project Scope/Area Estimate/Budget Gather Program information / Produce Design schemes / Make a Design selection

  • Additional services - Landscape design; Interior design (integrated with Architectural design process)

• Design development - Design Approvals / Structural design / MEP-S systems design / Lighting design

• Construction documents - Drawings, Selections (materials and products), Specifications

• Construction process - Contractor selection / project execution

  • Additional services - Commissioning to optimize MEP-S energy-efficiency; LEED “green” certification

This collaborative effort is first established by the Owner and Architect and later, includes the Contractor.  The engineers and consultants (depending on the project scope/ location) are coordinated by the Architect. 

The process begins with due diligence and ‘active listening’ to define the Program (surveys, research, checklists). This 5-Part process (Basic Services) will be discussed in more detail.  It is managed and led by the Architect, who as Project manager, sequentially assembles the Project record.  A digital platform gives everyone involved access to the project materials, as they are being produced.  While much communication can happen by phone and email, nothing beats meeting in-person office meetings or walking the site.  Good communication and prompt, regular payments make the process move smoothly and minimize surprises for everyone.