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Schematic Design - Developing a Project Budget

Matt Fajkus Architecture

When starting a remodel or new construction project, an important early step is developing your budget to set realistic expectations and avoid surprises midway through the design process. Extensive decks, patios, pools, and outdoor living spaces should be considered in a holistic budget during the schematic design phase.

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Refining Design – The Design Development Phase

Matt Fajkus Architecture

After the schematic design phase has been completed and a viable project budget has been developed, it is time to design the building’s structural system, layer in mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, and refine the design of functional spaces.

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Romney Hall Renovation at Montana State University by Cushing Terrell

aasarchitecture

The resulting design solution was developed based on physical assessments of the architectural, electrical, mechanical, and structural systems, which dovetailed with conceptual plans dedicated to student and faculty success. The building benefits from a high-efficiency geothermal energy system under the Romney Oval.

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The Commercial Design Process: How it Works in Cape Town

DesignScape Architects

Architects in South Africa will need to work within the land zoning laws concerning environmental protection and commercial space development. All the logistics must be figured out before they can move on to design concepts and proposals. They will then submit them to the planning authorities for approval.

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The National Speed Skating Oval or the Ice Ribbon by Populous

aasarchitecture

Populous Senior Principal and co-Project Director on NSSO Andrew James said to be selected as the chief designer of an Olympic sports venue was a huge honour. Source by Populous. Photo Courtesy of Populous. Ltd Client: Beijing State Asset Management Co. Ltd Client: Beijing State Asset Management Co.

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ACLA Redesigns Buhl Community Park and Emphasizes the Importance of Community Connection

Architizer

Our initial competition entry showed circulation pathways were a much more literal interpretation of the river concept with flowing curved edges and pier like structures extending over them. The essence of the design remained essentially enact through construction. © Andrea Cochran Landscape Architecture. Products / Materials.

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Successful Project Planning for Small Firm Architects (Transcript)

EntreArchitect

Phase one of the of that project might be, let’s say schematic design and we’re going to say it’s gonna take three months and it’s going to be worth 30 percent. When do I have to really step on the the business development process again? So 30, $30,000. I did exactly that.