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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

Architecture comes from a synthesis of all the elements that separately comprise and inform the character of a building: the structure that holds it up; the services that allow it to function; its ecology; the quality of natural light; the symbolism of the form; the relationship of the building to the skyline or the streetscape; the way you move through or around it; and last but not least its ability to lift the spirits. By working together creatively from the start of a project, architects and engineers combine their knowledge to devise integrated, sustainable design solutions.

Brief Development
A thorough and informative design brief is an imperative part of the design process for all stake holders. The more information we can gain from the client in the early stages of design, the more effective our decision making and problem solving process will be. Our questionnaire serves as a useful tool to fulfill this criteria.

Site Survey
A solid starting point for the design idea. On site survey is one of the most important aspects for design services and helps in avoiding errors and omissions. It’s virtually impossible to build, without having the correct inputs. This is where the site survey becomes so vital.

Design Concept
A design concept is the idea behind a design. It’s how you plan on solving the design problem in front of you. It’s the underlying logic, thinking and reasoning for how you’ll design. Your design concept becomes the framework for all your design decisions.

Design Presentation
We work toward a final design going through concepts, layouts, timely feedback and collaboration. A presentation of the final design includes layouts, elevations, samples, 3d models and renditions.

Details
In terms of working drawings such as plans, sections and elevations which are used to provide information about construction like Civil, MEP, HVAC and so on. It is further used to prepare bill of quantities, specifications and work/cash-flow progress charts. They also help in compliance for statutory requirements.

Administrating Building Contract
The contract document set out the obligation and responsibilities of the parties to the contract. These include : Articles of agreement and conditions of contract, Bill of quantities, Working drawings, Specifications, Schedules of work, Tendering.

Project Coordination and Inspection
Success of a project is assured when architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, suppliers and all the stake holders are in coordination with each others using Coordination drawings, Technical data sheet, Material inspection sheet, Test reports, Safety Standards, Bar charts during regular site visit.

Handover Documents
The hand over documents facilitates in giving an overview of the way in which the building was originally intended to operate and any changes that have been made. It includes all relevant data in terms of as build drawings viz CIVIL, MEP, FRMS and so on along with O&M manual, health & safety file, Dos & Don’ts along with escalation matrix and documents pertaining to LEED certifications.