Other services that we offer include:
* Landscape design
* 3D modelling
* Feasibility Studies.
* Retail Fit-outs
Armstrong Architects in collaboration with an award-winning design team, offer a holistic design service from conception to completion.
The Interior Design team works intently with the architects from early in the planning and design stage to enable a cohesive and striking interior and exterior finish that is a direct reflection of each client’s individuality and style (ensuring budget and time restraints are met.)
This stage is about producing a set of documents that are suitable for tendering to selected builders and finally for construction. This stage in incredibly important in gaining accurate quotes from builders. The less detail in the drawing and specification the less accurate a builder’s quote– which leads to blow outs during the construction phase! Interior design is an important part of this stage which I have outlined in a separate section.
Outcomes for this stage can include:
* Preparation of drawings and details together with schedules to enable the project to be tendered
* Co-ordinate and integrate the work of consultants with the architectural drawings
* Prepare a specification alongside the interior designer to nominate all materials , finishes and workmanship required to complete the project as per the drawings
* Submit documents to council for Construction Certificate
* Provide sets of drawings and documents for builders to tender. .
Generally this stage includes the development of the concept sketch design to a
level required for development application with local council. The drawings are CAD drafted and are targeted to assist council with their assessment of a development application.
Outcomes of this stage include:
* Develop the approved sketch design into a final solution
* Review the final design against the budget with the aid of local builders
* Co-ordinate other consultants work as required – e.g., BASIX
* Prepare the necessary documents for DA Application
* Assist in obtaining council approval by negotiating and attending meetings
* Obtain clients approval prior to commencing Contract Documentation .
We offer a range of architectural services to suit each individual project.
The following which are outlined on individual pages form a standard order of service for most projects:
* Concept Sketches
* Design Development
* Contract Documentation
* Interior Design
All projects are different, and this outline is in no way a limit to the service we provide for clients which can range from a full design to a simple colour section or viability study on a development.
The sketch design phase is the starting point for most architectural projects.
Through site meetings and consultation with our clients we establish a brief and budget for the project. Most presentation drawings are free-hand and outline the parameters and concepts for the design.
Outcomes for this stage include:
* Preliminary meeting with clients to discuss brief and budget
* Initial analysis of site and any existing buildings
* Measured plans of existing structures
* Preliminary review of Council and other authorities requirements
* Written confirmation of brief and budget
* Presentation of Concept plans and elevation
* Confirmation from client to proceed to design development with any amendments required. .