The design process for any architectural project goes through multiple stages of varying time lengths that are tailored to suit your project.
1.
RESEARCH
I
SITE VISIT
II
GATHER KEY
SITE-SPECIFIC INFORMATION
This is to help us uncover new insights and highlight any potential design issues. For renovations, we will carry out a full site measure of your property and documentation. In some cases we’ll suggest getting a surveyor to carry out a full site survey.
2.
DESIGN
I
INITIAL CONCEPT PRESENTATION
This includes site plans, floor plans, elevations, perspectives, renders (digital imagery) and relevant precedent images.
II
ESTIMATES
From an independent quantity surveyor or your selected builder. These are generally rough estimates but a good indication as to whether the project is feasible.
III
DEVELOP AND REFINE DESIGN
A resource consent may be required for your project. In this case we'll work with a planner to submit this on your behalf or prepare one ourselves. You will require resource consent if the proposed design breaches a local Council rule or consent notice on your title. This is relative to boundary setbacks, height restrictions, earthworks, legal use of the building and subdivision of property.
3.
PRE-CONSTRUCTION
I
TENDERING & FINAL PRICING
II
COUNCIL SUBMISSION
Your consent(s) can now be lodged with your local district council. We will coordinate and respond promptly to any council RFIs (request for further information) sent through to ensure the consent process does not get held up. We generally allow 4-8 weeks for the consent to be granted.
4.
CONSTRUCTION —
COMPLETION
During the construction phase of work, we can carry out site visits to monitor the construction and ensure it is in accordance with the construction documents, the performance criteria required for your project, and is of the desired high level of quality.
Construction is the most critical phase of your project, and we work collaboratively with your builder to ensure your project’s success. We help the builders with technical interpretation of the documents, provide clarification to site queries, and work closely with the builder to find the best resolutions to any unexpected site issues that may arise during construction.