Architecture
We provide services in respect of the following standard RIBA plan of work stages, which can be adapted to become project specific:-
A: Appraisal: Identification of client's needs and objectives and possible constraints on development. Preparation of feasibility studies and assessment of options to enable the client to decide whether to proceed.
B: Design Brief: Development of initial statement of requirements into the Design Brief by, or on behalf of, the client confirming key requirements and constraints. Identification of procurement method, procedures, organisational structure and range of consultants and others to be engaged for the project.
C: Concept: Implementation of Design Brief and preparation of additional data. Preparation of Concept Design including outline proposals for structural and building services systems, outline specifications and preliminary cost plan. Review of procurement route.
D: Design Development: Development of concept design to inculde structural and building services systems, updated outline specifications and cost plan. Completion of Project Brief. Application for detailed planning permission.
E: Technical Design: Preparation of technical design(s) and specifications, sufficient to co-ordinate all components and elements of the Project, and information for statutory and construction safety.
F: Production Information: F1: Preparation of detailed information for construction. Application for statutory approvals. F2: Preparation of further production information required under the building contract. Review of information provided by specialists.
G: Tender Documentation: Preparation and collation of tender documentation in sufficient detail to enable a tender or tenders to be obtained for the construction of the Project.
H: Tender Action: Identification and evaluation of potential contractors and/or specialists for the project. Obtaining and appraising tenders; submission of recommendations to the client.
J: Mobilisation: Letting the building contract, appointing the contractor. Issuing of information to the contractor. Arranging site handover to the contractor.
K: Construction to Practical Completion: Administration of the building contract to Practical Completion. Provision to the contractor of further information as and when reasonably required. Review of information provided by contractors and specialists.
L: Post Practical Completion: L1: Administration of the building contract after Practical Completion and making final inspections. L2 Assisting building user during initial occupation period. L3: Review of prject performance in use.
The above information is quoted directly from the published RIBA Outline Plan of Work 2007.
CAD & 3D Visualisation
We operate high-end IT equipment which enables us to deliver drawings, visualisations, presentation material and graphics to a high standard for large format colour printing or transfer to CD or DVD. We are equipped to produce realistic walk-through & fly-through animation, photomontage and composite images, through to traditional watercolour perspectives and freehand line drawings.
Please contact us for further information