Your design is based on a foundation of facts and details.
How you live and experience your surroundings.
When you walk into a well thought out room, different elements work together naturally. Usage & appearance meld into a comfortable cohesive mix that just fits.
Architect Louis Sullivan coined the phrase in 1896,
"Form ever follows function".
This has been the stalwart of serious design ever since.
Usage & Function
We start the process with a detailed analysis of your needs.
Listening, understanding how you will use the space...
Discussing concepts & options...
Defining how every Family member is involved...
Tracking usage down to each peripheral detail.
Style & Form
We each have a well developed sense of personal style.
For many people it is below the surface, difficult to put into words.
Together, we review a range of styles...
Gauging your impressions & reactions...
Drawing out what you connect with, defining your comfort zone.
Project Management
Our Success is tied directly to defining then executing project goals efficiently.
The Usage & Style process gives us an itemized listing of Project Goals & Desires. Project management starts with developing budget numbers for each item, then grinding out a hierarchy based on combinations of importance, cost, timetable etc...
Open, objective thinking, along with creativity and some diplomacy allow us to develop realistic goals within time and budget. Sensitive or difficult issues are covered up front, various alternatives are considered based on their merits.
This approach continues through design development, materials selection & ordering, then contractor qualification. We are well versed in current construction materials, techniques and costs but any unknowns are anticipated & researched. Specifications are written and bid out, each construction team member is brought on board with a clear understanding of their role and the level of quality required.
The Usage & Style process gives us an itemized listing of Project Goals & Desires. Project management starts with developing budget numbers for each item, then grinding out a hierarchy based on combinations of importance, cost, timetable etc...
Open, objective thinking, along with creativity and some diplomacy allow us to develop realistic goals within time and budget. Sensitive or difficult issues are covered up front, various alternatives are considered based on their merits.
This approach continues through design development, materials selection & ordering, then contractor qualification. We are well versed in current construction materials, techniques and costs but any unknowns are anticipated & researched. Specifications are written and bid out, each construction team member is brought on board with a clear understanding of their role and the level of quality required.
Graphic Tools
Automated Design Graphics allow us flexibility and great control of construction details. 3D Photo realistic renderings help you to visualize options and design details.
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