Contractor Engineering Foundation Schematic Design 
Matt Fajkus Architecture
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
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.
DesignScape Architects
APRIL 11, 2023
Let’s explore the essential elements of successful commercial design in 6 simple steps, so you can better understand what to expect and how to make the most of the experience. Architects are key figures in any design project. All the logistics must be figured out before they can move on to design concepts and proposals.
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Architizer
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
All of these contextual elements played an important role in our design process. As I mentioned earlier the natural environment of Pittsburgh’s rivers were an important foundational concept for the design. The essence of the design remained essentially enact through construction. Consultants. Products / Materials.
Architizer
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
Thankfully, Jenkins Construction (the General Contractor), owner and designers resolved to continue with all aspects of the project as efficiently as possible. How did the context of your project — environmental, social or cultural — influence your design? © Woven Architecture and Design. Phillip Van Horn Design.
Landscape Architecture Magazine
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
From 2000 to 2005, OLIN worked on the Bethel Woods master plan, with its winding path system, and produced design and construction documents for the project. In 1997, Gerry’s foundation bought 37 acres of what had been the Yasgur farm and purchased or leased adjacent parcels. Our paving contractor said, what if?”
Life of an Architect
MAY 15, 2016
Most of the time I coordinate these site visits with some milestone or because the contractor has a question that requires my presence on site to answer … but I go by the job site even more than required because I truly enjoy being on site and watching how things come together. Foundation begins.
Community Architect
DECEMBER 30, 2021
As a step towards the schematic design refinements, my boss had prepared 6' long pencil-drawn and marker-colored large-scale wall sections on narrow sketch paper strips that showed how everything should fit together. There were no " ed-specs " as is common in today's school design.
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