Project Inceptions

With our architects, you will share your project needs, dreams and goals.

Schematic Design

Our architect preparing preliminary design sketches based on your requirements and budget to explore and illustrate possible options. The architect will review these options with you, pointing out the merits and responding to your input.

Design Development

Refines the agreed upon schematic design for a clearer definition of the scope and quality of the finished project. Further cost projections will determine how closely the design conforms to the budget expectations, or what, if any, adjustments are required.

Construction Documents

When the design concepts have been decided, our architect prepares working drawings and specifications. These are required to obtain building permits and bids, and to guide the contractor in construction

Bidding and Negotiation

Our architect can advise you on your choice of contractor – usually done by calling for competitive bids. Our architect will help evaluate the bids and select the contractor, and prepare the contract between you and the contractor.

Construction and Contract Administration

Our architect will consult with you and advise you during construction. On-site visits will determine if construction is proceeding in general accordance with the contract, and that the design, materials, and workmanship meet with acceptable standards.

Substantial Performance of Construction / Occupancy Certificate

Our architect provides regular progress reports to keep you informed, authorizes staged payments to the contractor and remains involved until the project is completed.

There are a number of additional services an Architect can provide including: