Full-Service Architecture
Full-Service Architecture means that we take care of the entire project for you from beginning to end, navigating challenges and opportunities every step of the way. From listening to your needs and providing solutions to leading a full interior redesign, from graphic representation of the project to bidding the project out to General Contractors, we are with you at every turn.
Core Services at Holder Design
Our Process
1. Client Consultation
Also known as the programming phase. We assess the needs of the client's new space and identify objectives. Specific functions of the spaces, who will be using the space, and the required equipment and furniture are discussed. Holder Design will also conduct a site visit with pictures and measurements to start creating a base plan.
Also known as the programming phase. We assess the needs of the client's new space and identify objectives. Specific functions of the spaces, who will be using the space, and the required equipment and furniture are discussed. Holder Design will also conduct a site visit with pictures and measurements to start creating a base plan.
2. Schematic Design Phase
Once we have the client's space requirements and a base plan, we move into the schematic phase. We start a preliminary plan of the required spaces with circulation patterns and clearances needed. Rough sketches and elevations are created. Ideas are presented to client for review and revisions.
Once we have the client's space requirements and a base plan, we move into the schematic phase. We start a preliminary plan of the required spaces with circulation patterns and clearances needed. Rough sketches and elevations are created. Ideas are presented to client for review and revisions.
3. Design Development Phase
After approval of the schematic design, we develop the floor plans and elevations further, providing more detail - ADA clearances, specific client requirements, code requirements, etc.
After approval of the schematic design, we develop the floor plans and elevations further, providing more detail - ADA clearances, specific client requirements, code requirements, etc.
4. Construction Documentation Phase
Specific details of the work to be completed are documented- millwork, finish selections and construction details.
Specific details of the work to be completed are documented- millwork, finish selections and construction details.
5. Bid/Negotiation Phase
Once the construction documents are completed, the project is sent out to various qualified General Contractors for pricing. This process usually takes 2-4 weeks depending on the scale of the project. Once the bids are submitted, the architect, owner, and selected general contractor will go over pricing and see if there are any cost-saving options. When the price has been negotiated, we move into the final stage, Construction Administration.
Once the construction documents are completed, the project is sent out to various qualified General Contractors for pricing. This process usually takes 2-4 weeks depending on the scale of the project. Once the bids are submitted, the architect, owner, and selected general contractor will go over pricing and see if there are any cost-saving options. When the price has been negotiated, we move into the final stage, Construction Administration.
6. Construction Administration Phase
In this final stage, the architect or designer works with the winning contractor to ensure items are installed properly and the construction documents are followed. On-site visits are conducted throughout the conclusion of construction. A final walk-through is conducted with the owner, architect/designer, and contractor to verify the completion of construction.
In this final stage, the architect or designer works with the winning contractor to ensure items are installed properly and the construction documents are followed. On-site visits are conducted throughout the conclusion of construction. A final walk-through is conducted with the owner, architect/designer, and contractor to verify the completion of construction.
