We know appointing an architect can be confusing. Below is a breakdown of our services to help explain our process and what you can expect at each stage of your project.
Feasibility Workshop
You are thinking about starting a project but are unsure of your options and need some professional input prior to employing an architect for their full services.
You can appoint us to carry out a workshop to explore your options, set out your requirements, develop your brief, test your ideas and wow you with some of ours.
- An initial meeting at your property
- Site and building related research
- Review planning requirements
- Sketch ideas
- High level review of procurement options and Construction Budget
Architectural Services
Below is a breakdown of the three stages our full architectural services cover. It is possible to appoint us for stage one or two without the need for stage three depending on your requirements.
Schematic Design & Development
Our design process is a collaborative one, and we will discuss your proposal in detail with you as the design develops.
- A meeting at your property
- Brief development
- Appraisal of your property
- Proposed sketches
- Review required consents
- Cost review
- Programme review
- Obtain building cost estimates
- Submit planning application
Tender Documents
Our architectural services at this stage include progressing the design from planning drawings to a fully developed proposal with detailed drawings and schedules fully describing the works.
- Detailed design development
- Building regulations application
- Prepare tender documents
- Invite contractors to tender
- Select building contractor
Construction
During construction we will visit your site to review that work is proceeding in accordance with the proposed designs. Following completion we will make final inspections and advise on any rectification works required.
- Appoint a contractor
- Issue construction drawings
- Regular site visits
- Manage contractor queries
- Certify work completed