Process

Initial contact between client and architect

• Client's goals and expectations
• Spectrum of architect's professional services
• Interactive process

Fee Proposal by architect

• 3% - 7% of construction budget, depending on appropriate level of service

Pre-Design

• Establish scope, budget and schedule
• Property research and documentation
• Determine permit requirements
• Review with client

Schematic Design

• Preliminary drawings based on scope, budget and schedule
• Select Contractor
• Review with client

Design Development

• More extensive drawings based on Schematic Design direction
• Preliminary construction estimate by Contractor
• Review with client

Construction Documents

• Execute drawings necessary to secure building permit
• Formal construction estimate by Contractor
• Review with client

Respond to Building Department comments

Construction Administration

• Verify construction executed in accordance with drawings and specifications
• Support role to Contractor