4. design
We've met, discussed your vision, both parties feel good and wish to proceed, now its time for us to get to work!
We generally start every project with a similar phased approach to ensure no unnecessary costs are incurred by the client.
An example of the typical design phase may include the following steps;
a. planning review
Balanced Design Inc. will complete a detailed review of the local planning requirements for your particular property and ensure the project will be permitted or outline any further applications which may be required. We will often provide a Planning Summary outlining our findings to keep a record on file for quick reference or future development. Certain projects may also require additional meetings with the municipality and other regulating bodies, which Balanced Design Inc. is more than happy to assist with, or refer an appropriate Planner to assist if necessary.
b. schematic design
With planning requirements understood, we first develop preliminary floor plans or sketches for your project.
The goal in this earlier stage is to compile your ideas and wish-list on paper and work with you to refine the layout to meet your vision.
c. conceptual design
Once the layout has been approved by the client will be proceed with the more detailed design work including development of the exterior building elevations and 3D perspectives to help further illustrate the design intent. Once the client is happy with the plans and elevations, they will provide approval of these plans in writing allowing Balanced Design Inc. to proceed with the Construction Drawings.
We generally start every project with a similar phased approach to ensure no unnecessary costs are incurred by the client.
An example of the typical design phase may include the following steps;
a. planning review
Balanced Design Inc. will complete a detailed review of the local planning requirements for your particular property and ensure the project will be permitted or outline any further applications which may be required. We will often provide a Planning Summary outlining our findings to keep a record on file for quick reference or future development. Certain projects may also require additional meetings with the municipality and other regulating bodies, which Balanced Design Inc. is more than happy to assist with, or refer an appropriate Planner to assist if necessary.
b. schematic design
With planning requirements understood, we first develop preliminary floor plans or sketches for your project.
The goal in this earlier stage is to compile your ideas and wish-list on paper and work with you to refine the layout to meet your vision.
c. conceptual design
Once the layout has been approved by the client will be proceed with the more detailed design work including development of the exterior building elevations and 3D perspectives to help further illustrate the design intent. Once the client is happy with the plans and elevations, they will provide approval of these plans in writing allowing Balanced Design Inc. to proceed with the Construction Drawings.
