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You begin with a vision. It is our job to help you reach your goals by providing
professional services which respond to your needs. Our service is backed
by past experience and industry knowledge as well as organization and planning
skills. Ever conscious that we exist because of your business, it is our
responsibility to serve your interests while educating you about the design
and construction process.
Planning and programming/schematic design
Gathering information on your needs, budget, time line and vision and developing
the general “big picture” idea.
Fund raising
Developing public awareness for a positive and up-front relationship with
your community regarding your project. This could include attending public
meetings or providing design sketches and information to the media.
Design development
As we start to understand the entire scope of your project, we begin to fine tune
and develop our sketches into a realistic plan. A higher level of detail is
explored which will bring the budget into focus.
Construction documents/bidding
Computer generated drawings for use in construction are developed. As the
architect, we generate all sets of drawings and specifications and distribute
them to bidders in order to seek a competitive price. We also oversee the
bidding process and administer the contracts once a bid is awarded.
Construction administration
Once your project is under construction, we continually monitor the site
conditions and progress. Regular site visits at this time are essential to ensure
that work is proceeding as outlined in construction documents.
Post occupancy review
Upon construciton completion, we are still on hand as you settle into your
new faclity. We revisit your initial goals to see that they were met and ensure
that you are happy with the end results.
The design process involves many factors such as economics, functionality
and personal relationships. A successful project is one in which each participant
can take pride in the fact that the original vision has been realized. | 
