Schematic design

STAGE 1 SCHEMATIC DESIGN

Objective: To collaboratively work with the client to prepare initial design approaches that creatively address the opportunities and constraints of the project. To do this we will;

EST TIMING

4 weeks

FEES

% of build cost

Brief

Evolve the brief with the client.

Research of site opportunities and constraints

Prepare a site analysis.

Complete the Council DCP & LEP checklist.

ESD targets

Review and set ESD project targets with Client.

Consultants

Identify any consultants that might be required at this stage.

Concept Sketches

Conduct a design charette with the client, and any consultants / builder already engaged in the project

Develop concept design approaches, to be presented in either hand drawn sketches or computer concept model.

Budget

Confirm the initial budget based on an appropriate $/m2 figure and brief

Assumptions

One meeting with client on site and one meeting in our office.

The sketch design will start the conversation with the client about a suitable approach - it will not be the final solution.

Outcomes

  • Initial sketch outcomes from design charette
  • 1 - 2 initial developed sketch design ideas in plan and 3D format
  • Developed brief
  • ESD targets
  • Site analysis
  • Council DCP & LEP checklist
  • Minutes of final meeting with client that outline issues that need to be considered in ST 2

Additional fees

Measure up of existing building(s) if required at this stage

Co-ordination of fee proposals and appointment of consultants required at this stage

Any investigations over and above a standard residential project - confirmed in ST 0

Hourly rates