01 INCEPTION

The first stage entails an intensive meeting with the client that can take up to two and a half hours. Our team works through a detailed accommodation questionnaire to establish the rooms and sizes from the client. As we are a firm that advocates for emotive design, we allocate maximum resources to these meetings to assure that we understand our client’s requirements, priorities and expectations from the start. This meeting provides us with an estimated size which allows us to apply our rate per square meter service fee and supply a quotation. The estimated size also opens up discussions for project timeline and budget expectations.

02 CONCEPT & VIABILITY

At this stage we take the information obtained from the inception meeting and start the design process. We formulate floor plans and build the design up in 3D followed by preparation of presentation material. At the second meeting with the client, we present the concept in floor plan, still 3D artistic impression images and a walk-through video showing the full exterior as well as the main areas of the interior of the home. By using the highly detailed video, the concept is clearly communicated to the client allowing them to understand how the spaces will work together and the volume that is being created.

03 DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

After concept presentation, we allow the client some time to process the proposal. When they are ready, we start the design development process where we implement any amendments that are required. What makes our service unique is that we provide unlimited changes and unlimited 3Ds to assure that the client is happy with their product. Most firms allow only 2 or 3 design changes, minimal views and only one video, thereafter the client has to pay additional fees per change and per 3D view. By giving unlimited changes and 3D work, it allows the client to have complete peace of mind in knowing that all parts of the house are truly considered and approved by them before continuing with the project. This stage ends by when the client is happy with the design and provides us with sign-off.

04 DOCUMENTATION

This stage has the least client involvement as we enter the technical phase of the project. This stage includes all the technical documentation and submissions required for Home Owners’ Association (if applicable) and council submissions. Additionally, we compile extensive construction and detail drawings for contractors to quote accurately and to build from.

05 CONSTRUCTION
& CLOSE-OUT

This is the stage that provides clients with peace of mind. When entering the construction phase of the project, the Principal Agent has full project comprehension. We facilitate the site handover to the contractor and conduct, facilitate and record regular site meetings. A great benefit of this service is that we do the full financial management during construction which includes authorising all payments, cashflow projections, variation records and securities. The Principal Agent guides the construction project up to final completion and move in. Overall, the principal agent becomes the client’s single contact to the entire project; if there are any questions, concerns or comments the principal agent will convey it to the correct team member and either issue instructions accordingly or provide valuable feedback.

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OUR PROCESS

01 INCEPTION

The first stage entails an intensive meeting with the client that can take up to two and a half hours. Our team works through a detailed accommodation questionnaire to establish the rooms and sizes from the client. As we are a firm that advocates for emotive design, we allocate maximum resources to these meetings to assure that we understand our client’s requirements, priorities and expectations from the start. This meeting provides us with an estimated size which allows us to apply our rate per square meter service fee and supply a quotation. The estimated size also opens up discussions for project timeline and budget expectations.

02 CONCEPT & VIABILITY

At this stage we take the information obtained from the inception meeting and start the design process. We formulate floor plans and build the design up in 3D followed by preparation of presentation material. At the second meeting with the client, we present the concept in floor plan, still 3D artistic impression images and a walk-through video showing the full exterior as well as the main areas of the interior of the home. By using the highly detailed video, the concept is clearly communicated to the client allowing them to understand how the spaces will work together and the volume that is being created.

03 DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

After concept presentation, we allow the client some time to process the proposal. When they are ready, we start the design development process where we implement any amendments that are required. What makes our service unique is that we provide unlimited changes and unlimited 3Ds to assure that the client is happy with their product. Most firms allow only 2 or 3 design changes, minimal views and only one video, thereafter the client has to pay additional fees per change and per 3D view. By giving unlimited changes and 3D work, it allows the client to have complete peace of mind in knowing that all parts of the house are truly considered and approved by them before continuing with the project. This stage ends by when the client is happy with the design and provides us with sign-off.

04 DOCUMENTATION

This stage has the least client involvement as we enter the technical phase of the project. This stage includes all the technical documentation and submissions required for Home Owners’ Association (if applicable) and council submissions. Additionally, we compile extensive construction and detail drawings for contractors to quote accurately and to build from.

05 CONSTRUCTION & CLOSE-OUT

This is the stage that provides clients with peace of mind. When entering the construction phase of the project, the Principal Agent has full project comprehension. We facilitate the site handover to the contractor and conduct, facilitate and record regular site meetings. A great benefit of this service is that we do the full financial management during construction which includes authorising all payments, cashflow projections, variation records and securities. The Principal Agent guides the construction project up to final completion and move in. Overall, the principal agent becomes the client’s single contact to the entire project; if there are any questions, concerns or comments the principal agent will convey it to the correct team member and either issue instructions accordingly or provide valuable feedback

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The architectural professional contributes his expertise to the project by heading the design team and coordinating their output with that of other teams. He/she commits to manage and resolve problems and make informed decisions on the client’s behalf. The quality of the final product will depend on the quality of architectural professional. Deciding factors for your choice as architectural professional should never be motivated solely by the cheaper option. Base your selection of architectural professional on their level of qualification and experience as well as their registration with the applicable governing body.

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A house is most likely the single largest investment a person will make and therefore requires serious consideration before embarking on the journey. There is no right choice that suits everyone; both paths have their pros and cons.

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The budget is the very first project planning aspect to be resolved, since this will influence most, if not all decisions pertaining to your project. The home building and buying process is notorious for the unforeseen escalation of costs, the risk of which exists regardless of the size of the project that you are planning. There are a number of factors that could give rise to cost-creep, some can be controlled or avoided altogether, some less so. Correct budget allocation is a controllable aspect. It would be sensible to take a cautious view of the financing that will be made available for the project.

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JKDA works on a rate per square metre according to the complexity of the design. The rate for our services is dependent on a number of factors and can only be determined after we have met with the client and have determined their specific needs.