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Your Guide To The Interior Architectural Process
Your Guide To The Interior Architectural Process
the interior
architectural process
A step-by-step guide from Context Architects
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Step 2: PRE-DESIGN
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PRE-DESIGN
We work together to refine the brief including project objectives, design intention, budget and deadlines. We
research and gather information to enable design planning to commence.
What we do:
CONCEPT DESIGN
We use all the information weve gathered and
the design brief to develop a concept design - a
top level idea of how your project will look when
its finished.
What we do:
PROJECT INITIALISATION
So you need a new fitout? Heres where we work out together how to make your new interior sing. We analyse
your requirments and desires and bring them all together in the written brief.
What we do:
Meet to discuss your brief including design ideas,
objectives, customer needs, brand and workspace
requirements
Translate into a needs analysis report
Explain fee structure, procurement options and
contractual terms
We can also help you assess potential tenancies,
lease agreements and provide test fits.
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PROJECT COSTING
Now we develop a total project cost estimate based on the concept design, your budget and the brief in order to
provide peace of mind that your project is on the right track.
What we do:
For larger projects we recommend getting a
quantity surveyor involved at concept stage to
ensure the project is tracking on budget
Review quantity surveyor project cost estimates
with you and recommend changes if required
to meet the budget without compromising the
design intent and your business objectives.
We are conscious of cost control and work closely
with you to work out a fitout budget at the start.
We involve a quantity surveyor at the design
stage to ensure the design matches your budget.
DEVELOPED DESIGN
The concept design is now formalised
and developed to a greater level of detail,
incorporating design input from other
consultants and selecting materials and finishes.
What we do:
Coordinate fee proposals and engage consultants
Provide developed plans and drawings for
approval, including floor plans, elevations and
sections to scale
Present sketches of critical details
Present a 3D computer model showing the flow
between spaces, materiality, light and views
between interior spaces
Integrate signage requirements
Develop bespoke joinery items
Show fittings and furniture layouts for each space.
What we do:
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SOFT FITOUT
The stage where we finalise the furniture, fittings and finishes, ever so important in creating a rich interior
environment with an enviable aesthetic!
What we do:
Prepare an interiors colour palette
Source materials, fittings and finishes (including
lighting, flooring, wall coverings, soft furniture,
finishes and hardware)
We specify the products and fittings that best suit
your brief and needs. As architects, we arent tied
to specific suppliers, and can pass on the trade
discounts we receive.
Design customised furniture and joinery units
Prepare options for soft fitout items
Once approved, we can procure these items
directly from the suppliers and organise delivery.
BUILDING CONSENT
A building consent is required to ensure building work complies with the NZ
Building Code and other relevant standards.
What we do:
Prepare documentation and lodge your building
consent application on your behalf
Liaise with council until building consent is
achieved (processing can take four to 12 weeks).
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PROCUREMENT
Discuss the pros and cons of a
negotiated contract or tender for
procurement and recommend the best
approach for you.
What we do:
DETAILED DESIGN
This stage involves preparing the documentation that forms the basis of a contract between you and your
building contractor.
What we do:
Prepare detailed construction
documentation (also called working drawings)
based on approved developed design
Complete coordination of consultants detailed
documentation
Prepare a written specification covering the
materials, processes and labour expected of the
building contractor.
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PRACTICAL COMPLETION
What we do:
Identify any defects at the end of construction
(also known as snagging)
Issue defects notices to ensure that they are
corrected before final payment
Review warranties and guarantees
Prepare as-built drawings, services contacts and
operating manuals as a maintenance instructions
for you
Determine and certify practical completion.
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What we do:
Observe construction and run site
meetings to ensure that the work is being done in
accordance with the contract
Establish lines of day-to-day communication
Report progress via site meeting minutes
Issue contract instructions and provide additional
information that may be required on site
Receive claims for payment, make deductions as
outlined in the contract and issue certificates to
authorise payment to the builder
No additional money is spent unless variations
are approved by you.
DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT
& ARCHIVING
What we do:
Keep a record of your projects documentation in
an online file.
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Auckland:
Peta Drayton
Peta.Drayton@context.net.nz
Level 1, 326 New North Road, Kingsland, Auckland
PO Box 56404 Dominion Road, Auckland 1446
P: 09 358 0140 M: 027 527 0055
Christchurch:
Alisdair Daines
Alisdair.Daines@context.net.nz
75 Perry Street, Papanui, Christchurch
PO Box 5227, Papanui, Christchurch 8542
P: 03 550 1550 M: 027 537 9804
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