THE DESIGN PROCESS
1. MAKING A START
At our initial FREE consultation we work out a plan of ‘action’. When you decide to
go ahead we explain in depth what is required, listen and provide practical
guidance in a positive supportive manner.
2.DREAMS AND IDEAS
Your scratch drawings, dream picture collections, written requirements, cut and pastes etc
3. SURVEY AND SITE DETAILS
Detailed contour plan by a surveyor enables the design to suit the site. ‘Flat” sites may need
a survey to determine flood levels etc.
4. DRAFT PLANS
Preparation of draft concept sketches. Our Custom Computer Designed
Plans with 3D modelling make it easier for clients to visualize their project,
simplifies the design process and reduces the time taken to finalise designs.
This step can be repeated as often as necessary to achieve the desired result.
5. FINAL DESIGN
When the design draft/s concepts have been agreed upon, we produce
architectural plans suitable for council approval, tendering and construction.
6. COUNCIL
Our knowledge of the local and surrounding council requirements ensure a
reasonably smooth passage through this stage. * Large amounts of additional
information and reports are required by Council and State government to
complete a DA. We liaise with Council staff and can prepare most of the
applications and reports necessary. Some specialised reports by consultants
may be necessary
7. ENGINEER SPECIFICATIONS
Structural engineers drawings and specifications for any concrete and steel
will be required (after DA approval) for the issue of a construction certificate. Builders preparing quotes also need these engineer’s details
to estimate accurate costs.
8. QUOTES
Living and working in a regional area means we can provide contacts for consultants, Builders, surveyors, engineers, Certifiers and
Landscape gardeners, when required. *All this helps when it comes to getting the project under way.
9. START BUILDING
Choose your preferred builder, get to know
them and make definite decisions before you
start. Changing your mind at this stage can
cost extra so be sure of your decisions at the
‘design stage’.
All plans, designs and contents of Riordan’s Design Service - Geoff Riordan ©
Geoff Riordan
Accredited Building Designer
and Chartered Member of BDA,
NSW
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