INITIAL CLIENT MEETING
- Meeting clients on-site or at home is an important first step in our process to understand the characteristics of the site, the clients, and the potential of the design project
- Site inspection and environmental analysis
- Site measure existing buildings, if any (this is critical for existing use rights)
- Confirm client brief and budget
- Arrange site survey / geotechnical consultants where required
CONCEPT DESIGN
- Freehand or computer sketches of layout and appearance
- 3D renderings of building aesthetics
DEVELOPED DESIGN
- Detailed floor plans and elevations
- Preliminary construction sections
- Engage specialist consultants if required (structural engineer, landscape architect)
- Apply for planning approval from council, if required/desired
- Obtain preliminary cost estimate from quantity surveyor or builder
DETAILED DOCUMENTATION
- Prepare comprehensive drawings and specifications for building consent and construction tender
- Design built in joinery items
- Design bathroom layouts / select fixtures
- Interior design services can include paint colours and soft furnishings
PROCUREMENT
- Tender the project to select the builder
CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION / CONSTRUCTION OBSERVATION
- Update documentation to include any changes due to building consent requirements
- Confirm builders prices for any variations
- Check on construction progress
- Confirm practical completion and issue defect remedials
GET IN TOUCH:
Tel: 021 0222 8603
Email: shane@architecturalworkx.co.nz
1A / 11 Tussock Lane
Ferrymead, Christchurch 8023
New Zealand
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