The process
While the duration of each project depending on scope and scale, all construction projects, be it an entirely new venue or minor renovations, follow a standard procedure.
It is broken down into phases, each phase requiring a sign-off from the client or council approval before moving onto the next phase.
Initial Consultation
We begin with a free of charge initial consultation, where we discuss your ideas, the proposed location, time line, and your intended budget, and we give you a detailed run down of the process, what to expect at each phase and how we work. Generally get to know one another.
Below is an outline of what we do at each of the five phases:
Concept Phase
Provide approximately 3 options of design direction and floor plan
Use reference images, moodboard and hand drawn sketches to convey the idea behind each option.
2. Schematic Phase
Develop the selected floor plan in computer model
Develop the spatial design in computer model
Develop the design style
Propose main materials, lighting and furniture using samples and reference images
Have floor plans and other drawings prepared to be able to submit to relevant authorities for approvals
Adjust and refine the design in computer model so that it is essentially complete
3. Documentation
Produce all documents (technical drawings) ready to be able to submit to Contractors for Tender
Produce photo-realistic renders to visualise how the space will look
4. Tender
Documentation drawings sent out to Contractors for quotation
Once returned, review quotations and ask for revisions if errors are found
Assist client to select a Contractor and negotiate fees
Client signs a contract with the Contractor
5. Construction supervision
Oversee the construction process to ensure the design intent is met
Discuss with the client if any unexpected variations occur
Follow up on purchased items such as soft furnishing
Hand-over
Following a quality check with all parties present and any defects amended, we ‘hand over the keys’ and the space is yours!
All smiles at Epoch Hair Academy on Hand-over day