process of design
Whether large or small, every project is unique and requires careful consideration of the client’s objectives and the characteristics of the site. The Studio approaches the design process as a partnership, and clients can expect a close collaboration as we strive to reach the design goals together.
1. Explore
The first step in any design process is fact finding, where we determine your needs, build an understanding of the site conditions, and begin to define the character and feel of the space we wish to create together. This includes outlining current and future expectations/goals, pulling all relevant background information, and summarizing any site constraints and potentials.
2. Propose
In the next phase of design, the goal is to summarize the above into a series of options that can be evaluated against the original design intentions. Does this meet the goals set out in the beginning? By measuring the pros and cons of each alternative, a final solution begins to emerge.
3. Refine
As we move toward a singular plan, all decisions go into reinforcing the design as a cohesive vision. This then becomes the foundation of the documentation for filing, bidding, and construction.