OUR PROCESS

1

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.

2

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.

3

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.

4

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.

5

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

FAQS

Why do I need an architectural professional?

What do I need to prepare to meet with my architect?

How can I control the time duration?

Buying vs. building – what are the pros & cons?

What do I need to know about my budget?

OUR PROCESS

INCEPTION

1

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.

CONCEPT & VIABILITY

2

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.

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

3

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.

DOCUMENTATION

4

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.

CONSTRUCTION & CLOSE-OUT

5

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.

FAQS

Why do I need an Architectural Professional?

What do I need to prepare to meet with my Architect?

How can I control the time duration?

Buying vs. building – what are the pros & cons?

What do I need to know about my budget?

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