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How The Design Build Process Works
The benefits of our Design-Build approach are many. Our clients appreciate our "single point of responsibility". For clients building their dream house or a second home at the beach, the ability to work with one team of professionals through our Design-Build process is very desirable.
Design-Build allows for better control of budgets which saves money; streamlined construction which saves time, and a “consistency of interest” which makes for better communication. Design-Build can result in a more enjoyable construction process .
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No Charge / No Obligation Initial Meeting
Once we receive your initial call we will arrange a No-Charge No Obligation meeting to discuss the feasibility of your project. We will discuss your goals, your schedule and the anticipated budget . During the initial meeting you will be asked to describe to us your requirements. Be ready to show us pictures of aspects you like and aspects you don't like! The more we know about your goals, the better.
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Design Proposal
We will present you with a design proposal that describes the design process for your project. Upon receipt of the signed written proposal we will immediately begin the design work of your project. Our fee will be based upon a “fixed sum” cost. We wish to eliminate surprises in all phases of the project and feel a fixed fee works for everybody.
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Existing Conditions
When asked to create an addition and/or alteration to an existing dwelling. We must first prepare drawings that reflect the “existing conditions”. These drawings will become the base drawings – and enable every one to understand the existing structure.
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Preliminary Design
We will provide 1/4” scale drawings that will show the first draft of your project. The Preliminary Design Phase allows for input from you and changes are simple to make at this time. We will provide floor plans, elevations and a building section to describe the project. We'll show you floor plans first, as the design involves making sure that the design functions well and satisfies your requirements before we develop the final plans. The Preliminary Design phase may go on for several meetings. We can provide a ballpark construction number at this point that enables the client to gauge the design with the prescribed budget. Once the design and is satisfactory, we will proceed with the Design Development Phase.
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Design Development
Mechanical, electrical and structural systems are integrated with the plans at this phase. Drawings include 1/4” scale floor plans, elevations, and section. Changes can be made by the client during the Design-Development phase, although the changes will be smaller in scale than in the Schematic Design Phase.
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Construction Document Phase
1/4” architectural drawings will include completed floor plans, elevations, building section, structural and electrical plans, utility diagrams and statistical data in sufficient detail to obtain a building permit. For our homes designed along the coast, additional details will be provided that meet and/or exceed the strict regulations specifying the means of construction prescribed to resist wind-borne debris and sporadic flooding. We will provide our final construction price at this point. Note: Changes made by the owner during the Construction Documents Phase will be charged on an hourly basis.
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Construction Contracts
We will provide an American Institute of Architects prepared construction contract for your review. While the permit applications are being processed, we are executing contracts, with the mutual goal of starting as soon as possible. The construction contract draw schedule is based upon easy to verify milestones that occur during the construction sequence.
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The Construction Process!
During Construction we aim to make the process of building your project a pleasant and exciting experience! Communication is the key to a great custom residential construction company, and we believe that is one of our strengths. We can be reached via cell-phone, fax and E-mail, and we respond to questions or concerns in a timely manner.
We will provide our standard selections and choices for the details and finishes of your home, although you are encouraged to make choices specific to your tastes and preferences.
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For a Free Estimate, Please contact us.
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