Full Architecture Service Process
LEVEL OF SERVICES FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION CUSTOM HOMES
Pre-design/
Site Analysis
- Zoning study/hoa
- Determine design direction
- Site analysis
ESTABLISH GOAL AND DEFINE THE PROBLEM
Schematic
Design
THE MOST FUN PART WHEN YOU ACTUALLY SEE THE DESIGN.
- (2-3) options: as plans, 3 dimension
& preliminary site plans.
- Client review schematic design
options and choose one.
- We address changes or revisions.
- Client sign and we move to the
next phase
Design
Development
WE IMPROVE THE CHOSEN DESIGN
- Show detailed elevations, sections
and plans.
- Implementing structure, hvac, mep
and material selections.
- Client review design development
document
- We address any revisions.
- Builders can give close cost estimate
- Client sign and we move to the next
phase.
Construction
Document
A PERMIT SET IS READY WITH DIMENSIONS AND DETAILS NEEDED TO BUILD YOUR HOUSE
- Coordinate with civil and other
professionals
- Prepare drawings and specifications
for filing with building permits and for
construction.
- Client sign and we move to the next
phase.
- Assist owner with filing for building
permi
Bidding &
Negotiation
LIGHT AXIS CAN ASSIST IN INTERVIEWING AND SELECTING THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR.
- Help the client negotiating the terms of
the construction contract.
- Selecting a general contractor can
occur before, during, or after
construction documents are complete.
- We suggest getting general contractor
on board during the design phase to
assist in cost estimating and
addressing constructability concerns.
Construction
Observation
WE TYPICALLY MAKE SITE VISITS TO OBSERVE THAT THE DESIGN INTENT OF THE DRAWINGS IS BEING SUSTAIN.
- In addition, we are available by
phone and email to answer any
questions that emerge during the
construction process.
- Additional vesit per client request
might be provided.