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.

Development 52

Development Developer Permits Schematic Design 52

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. © Woven Architecture and Design.

Home 67

Home Schematic Design Design Client 67

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. Window flashing … check.

Architecture 57

Architecture Finishes Site Windows 57

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. They gave free up-front advice long before the design was ready for bid.

Project 80

Project Architect Sketching Roofing 80