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Your building plans will document your construction objectives. This is a basis in which discussion can begin with contractors, material suppliers, Lender, Building Authorities & alike. Our two-Phase design process will allow you ample opportunity to explore your options, the flexibility to make modifications and the ability to research your investment.
Phase #1 Conceptual Designs - are scalable drawings that define the basic parameters of the project. They are usually void of detail, dimensions, and technical notes so you can review and modify the design with ease. Since these designs are in preliminary stages of development they are not intended for construction. Their primary function is to establish a starting point.
The Objective of the Conceptual Design Package is to use an analytical approach in determining the feasibility of the project. By documenting your expectations established a standard in which the following parties can work from:
• Contractors can prepare a rough estimate
• Lenders will have a more accurate sense of your financial needs
• Surveyors can provide preliminary site plans.
Your design project is custom and unique and may require special consideration. Typically most projects proceed as follows.
One of our design consultants will meet with you for a free consultation within Milwaukee, Waukesha, or South Eastern Wisconsin at the site of the remodeling project or in our studio for custom new construction projects to discuss the scope of the project. Your input will be crucial to the success of the design.
You can prepare for this initial meeting by….
• using graph paper to sketch out several design concepts of your own
• providing drawings, pictures, or any other information you find interesting. Magazines, Parade of home tours, and show rooms are excellent resources.
• itemize and rank features you would like to see incorporated in your design
Typical Conceptual Designs include:
• Proposed Floor Plan(s)
• Proposed Elevations
Use your plans when soliciting quotes. You can compare pricing “apples to apples"
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You will need scaleable drawings and other technical documents to apply for a building permit. Other technical documents typically include: a survey, roof truss engineering designs, beam and column engineering designs, heating and cooling equipment designs, fireplace designs and alike. These separate documents are typically provided by others, at no additional cost, when you purchase their service or product.
We are aware of certain municipalities within Milwaukee, Waukesha, or Southeaten Wisconsin that require these documents be included on our plans. We gladly will work with your material or service provider to meet this obligation but we will need to charge our hourly rate. |
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Phase #2 Proposed Working Drawings - are scalable drawings that define the scope of your project. They normally include sufficient details, dimensions, and technical notes to meet the requirements set forth by your local Building Authorities.
Typical Proposed Working Drawings include:
• Floor Plan(s)
• Elevations
• Foundation Plan
• Section View
• Construction Documents
Your plans can be a legally enforceable part of the construction contract.
Construction Documents are scalable drawings that include details and specifications that are important to your project. Signature blocks are included on each page to ratify that the plans are the governing document to the contract.
Why are Construction Documents important? The Finish Products you select can dramatically affect the appearance, function and cost of your project.
During negotiations with the contractor, details of the project can be easily be confused or forgotten
-Does it fit? The whirlpool tub that you selected may not allow proper traffic flow in your Master Bedroom.
-How will it look? The architectural feature that you liked in a show room may not compliment the style or design of your home.
-Specify the details on your plans.
Typical Construction Documents include:
• Electrical Plan(s)
• Window Schedule
• Door Schedule
• Electrical Schedule
• Floor Schedules
• Signature Block
Optional Construction Documents:
• Construction Details
• Built-In Feature Details
See Design Terms for examples and definitions
When you start your project with a plan…
"I got three bids for a new addition. The first one had the best price, but no basement. The second one was super energy efficient, and the third had extra square footage. How do I determine which one is the best deal?"
"I’m never going to finish this remodeling project? I spend every Saturday running back and forth to the lumberyard picking up or exchanging materials. How do the pros do it?"
"I received three quotes from contractors that bid off plans prepared by Beckwith-Design, LLC. Since they were all bidding on the same thing it was easy to compare pricing, I used my free time to check their references."
"I sent the plans prepared by Beckwith-Design, LLC to three different lumberyards. They prepared a material list and pricing I could compare."
Protect your investment by documenting details of your project on your plans.
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