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What to expect

Here is an outline of what you can expect when we start working on a project. I charge a flat fee based on the scope of work and then I will provide all the services that are outlined in the phases below.

Phase 1:

  • Initial complementary consultation
  • Feasibility and building code evaluation of the project
  • Design fee proposal outlining the scope of work

Phase 2:

  • Conversational meetings with homeowner establishing design preferences, styles and needs
  • Conceptual design presentation

Phase 3:

  • Create a set of design drawings
  • includes floor plan and exterior elevations to show space planning, material and building style

Phase 4:

  • Prepare construction drawings to be submitted for plan check
  • Engage supplemental engineers for Title 24 and structural preparation of the plan

Phase 5:

  • Plan check submittal and permitting process

Phase 6:

  • Client involvement in shopping for finishes, appliances, fixtures, cabinets,
  • light fixtures, floor treatments, colors etc
  • Prepare interior elevation and specification
  • Create spec book for jobsite

Phase 7:

  • Prepare contractor bid set
  • Bidding of project

Phase 8:

  • Start of construction
  • Weekly site meeting with the contractor and client

Phase 9:

  • Purchasing
  • Assist client in all purchases

Phase 10:

  • We celebrate with the first cooked meal on the new stove