You may engage us for all or part of these services.

The Design Phase
(includes Pre Design, Sketch Design and Design Development)

Briefing discussions to determine your needs and desires
A design or concept prepared by us to capture your brief and site requirements
Further development of the design or concept to deepen your understanding of the design
Review of cost
Preparation of documents necessary to lodge for planning approval from the local government.

Documentation

Usually commences after planning approval
Preparation of technical drawings, schedules of materials, fittings, etc
Preparation of a technical and statutory specification covering building standards and workmanship
Interior design of kitchens, bathrooms and the like usually commences in this phase
Includes on-going design review and progression as well as cost review if desired
Preparation of documents necessary to lodge for building approval from the local government (using either council or a private certifier)
Documents describe the works in detail and are suitable for tendering / pricing

Contract Administration

Calling and receiving tenders, negotiating with the short listed tenderers
Preparation of contracts for builder and client to sign
Administration of the contract including instructions, analysis and certification of payments and variations in the contract and regular inspections of the work
Regular reporting of budget and progress to the client
Post completion inspection of the works to assess defects

We act as your independent design consultant throughout the process, designing and coordinating the many requirements of the project into a bespoke product. Our product may be an integral part of your business or it may be the place you call home.