PRELIMINARY DESIGN
Pre-design stage
* obtain client’s design brief and other requirements
* provide recommendations for fees for the appointment of consultants
* inspect the site and investigate site conditions and constraints
* undertake preliminary analysis of authority regulations and requirements
* obtain the client’s approval to prepare sketch design
Design Stage
* arrange and attend meetings with the client, authorities and others
* prepare sketch drawings and any other information deemed necessary to fully explain the design
* prepare a design brief for the consultants
* prepare preliminary costings
* prepare a preliminary selection of materials and finishes
* obtain the client’s approval to proceed with design development drawings
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT
* develop the sketch designs into the final design solution with drawings of an appropriate scale and other details to adequately explain he design
* coordinate the design work undertaken by consultants
* review the final design against the budget and prepare a cost estimate
* prepare the necessary documentation for planning application and assist the client with lodging the applicaiton
* assist in obtaining the Planning Approval
* on receipt of planning approval obtain client approval to proceed with contract documentation