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Schematic Design - Developing a Project Budget

Matt Fajkus Architecture

Additionally, interior specialties such as audio systems, wine rooms, solar systems, or home theaters, for example, should be identified and included in the schematic design budget. Extensive decks, patios, pools, and outdoor living spaces should be considered in a holistic budget during the schematic design phase.

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Romney Hall Renovation at Montana State University by Cushing Terrell

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Photo © Karl Neumann Location: Bozeman, Montana, USA Architect: Cushing Terrell Principal in Charge: Jim Beal Project Manager: Bob Franzen, Melinda Talarico, Kevin Nelson Project Architect: Kevin Nelson Architectural Design/Production: Trae Schwenneker, Diego Zapata Historic Architect: Lesley Gilmore, Chelsea Holling LEED: Ashleigh Powell Programming (..)

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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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The Commercial Design Process: How it Works in Cape Town

DesignScape Architects

All the logistics must be figured out before they can move on to design concepts and proposals. Schematic Design Phase: Design Proposal Once the pre-design phase is complete, the architect can move on to the design proposal. They will then submit them to the planning authorities for approval.

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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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The National Speed Skating Oval or the Ice Ribbon by Populous

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Ltd Client: Beijing State Asset Management Co.

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Documenting Architecture with Photos

Life of an Architect

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. This is the handiwork of our structural engineer.