Process

DESIGN PROCESS

* Commission
* Research
* Analysis
* Synthesis
* Construction
* Operation

COMMISSION

Includes the initial client meeting, client statement of needs, definition of services, and execution of agreement.

RESEARCH

Includes initial survey, inventory, interviews, observation, study of current and past examples, and compiling of information.

ANALYSIS

Includes study of information collected in the research phase, development of program goals and objectives, and exploration of possibilities.

SYNTHESIS

Includes development of schematic studies, comparative analysis, construction feasibility, preliminary plan development, and cost estimation.

CONSTRUCTION

Includes preparation of construction drawings, contract award, project supervision, and final inspection.

OPERATION

Includes ongoing consultation and maintenance.