THE DESIGN PROCESS:

.........Step 1 is an initial meeting with the client, where a schematic design is prepared based on the client's design brief and other considerations. Initial enquiries with Council and other authorities take place at this stage. A fees proposal is also presented to the client at this stage, setting out what services are offered and the associated charges .

This proposal becomes a contract to be signed by the client and returned at the next meeting.

.........Step 2 is Design Development where the design is refined to suit the client's needs. The Sketch Design shows floor plan, elevations as well as 3D external views of the building. Depending on fee structure it may also involve a Sun Study (see examples in Sun Study ) as well as internal views of the building & colour presentations created in 'Archicad'.

The 3D model ( see example in 3D model) which can be rotated on the computer screen can also be emailed to the client for viewing on their computer in Quicktime. Approximated building costs from a builder can be obtained at this stage.

........Step 3 is Contract Documentation (or Building Permit Drawings), which are the construction details used for Building Approval and construction. This can involve consultation with Engineers and other Design Professionals to fully document the building for the construction phase.
Often the client will look after the construction process themselves, with the building designer only being called upon to oversee some critical phase of the project or offer design advice.

A full explanation of the services and fee structure can be obtained by phoning or emailing Noel on the number noted above.