construction DocUMENTS

Time Frame: 4-8 weeks

This is the stage where a majority of the architect's work happens. Here the firm prepares a set of legal documents to provide the Builder with a set of instructions to build the building with. Contained in this set is everything the construction team needs to build the home. You'll have details like those to the left, as well as entire sections cut through the building, like a cake, that you can see below. 

As said before, this is the bulk of the work in the office, but it is only the beginning of the construction process. It can take more than a year after Construction Documents are complete before you can step across the threshold of your new home. 

We consult several other professionals during this stage, including engineers, electricians, mechanical, geo-technical, as well as design and fabrication experts. Throughout the process, we'll keep you updated with any changes in the project as the final product unfolds.

Next, the documents are put out to bid among a few contractors. Sometimes, the client comes with a contractor in mind, and this works too. Once a contractor is selected, next is Construction Administration, the final step.