design services
Why gwu
What We Area Expert At
design services
Building evaluation and analysis
Please see our Building Evaluation and Analysis web page for additional information on this service
pre-design
is one of the most important phase of the design process. we will work with the client to develop the projects' scope of work / program , identify potential constraints such as zoning ordinance, building codes and develop the project's initial budge and development schedule.
schematic design
During this segment of the design phase, the client can expect presentations of several design studies for space layout based upon the function, use and required relationship between then.
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT
we will refine the approved space layout and building appearance, define detailed design criteria for each space, and make specific material, fixture, and equipment selections.
What We Area Expert At
design services
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
we will annotate and detail the building design approved in Design Development to create the set of documents a contractor will need to bid, permit, and construct the building.
CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION
In the Bidding and Negotiation phase, we will issue the Construction Documents to one preselected general contractor or several general contractors for competitive bidding. We will respond to questions from bidders and revise the Construction Documents as needed for clarification.
BIDDING AND NEGOTIATION
we will coordinate with the contractor to review construction progress and conformance with the Construction Documents. We will approve payments, respond to questions, and issue revisions to the Construction Documents as needed for clarification or changes in the work.
additional services
Rental Plans, Tenant Fit-Out Plans Tenant Leasing Plans, Aesthetic Finishes, Color Schemes, Space Planning, Furniture selection, Lighting Design, Maintenance Recommendations
