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    How We Work

    Our Process

    "Unlocking your vision begins with understanding your unique needs and aspirations. Through a collaborative and iterative design process, we transform ideas into inspiring spaces tailored just for you."

    Step 1

    Getting Started

    (1-2 weeks)

    Step 2

    Design

    (4-8 weeks)

    Step 3

    Permitting

    (4-8 weeks)

    Step 4

    Construction

    (4-8 weeks)

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    Step 01

    Getting Started

    1-2 weeks
    GSADUs:

    • Conduct “Initial Walkthrough Meeting”

    • Survey Existing Site Conditions & Inform on Feasibility

    • Explore Financing Option(s)

    • Conduct “Design Programming Q&A”

    • Assign Estimator & Define Scope of Work

    • Generate Proposal

    • Request Deposit

    • Complete Client On-boarding

    Client:

    • Inquire & Schedule “Initial Walkthrough Meeting”

    • Complete “Design Programming Q&A”

    • Qualify for Financing

    • Sign Proposal

    • Submit Deposit

    Step 02

    Design

    4-8 weeks
    GSADUs:
    • Initiate Design & Engineering Process
    • Generate Construction Documents
    • Address Client Revisions
    Client:
    • Select & Approve Design
    • Provide Feedback
    • Approve Final Design Document(s)
    • Administer Progress Payment(s)
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    Step 03

    Permitting

    4-8 weeks
    GSADUs:

    • Submit Project for Permitting

    • Maintain Document Control

    • Receive Approved Permit(s)

    • Update Construction Contract

    • Generate Construction Schedule

    Client:

    • Submit Permit Fees

    • Sign Contract Amendment (As Incurred)

    • Administer Progress Payments

    Step 04

    Construction

    4-8 weeks
    GSADUs:
    • Conduct “Pre-Construction Meeting”
    • Start Construction Process
    • Administer Inspections w/ Building Dept.
    • Conduct Periodic Trade Work Inspections w/ Client
    • Complete Final Punchlist
    • Close-Out Project
    Client:
    • Review & Approve Design Development
    • Provide Feedback
    • Administer Progress Payment(s)
    • Provide Final Punchlist
    • Approve & Sign Project Completion Form
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    Summary

    Project Schedule Summary

    Schedule describing how long it takes to complete our standard services on the following project types.

    • Design: +/- (1 to 2 months)
    • Permitting: +/- (1 to 2 months)
    • Construction: +/- (3 to 5 months)
    • Land Development +/- 6 to 12+ Months
    • Permiting for Major Permit 2-3 months
    • Permiting Minor Permits 1-2 months
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