Concept Design

Pre-design:

• obtain the Client’s design brief and other requirements.
• arrange, attend and record meetings with the Client.
• provide recommendations for the appointment of other Specialist Consultants as required, including their fees.
• attend the Site and visually assess site conditions and constraints.
• make initial inquiries regarding authority regulations and requirements.

Design:

• arrange, attend and record meetings with the Client, authorities, other consultants and other relevant parties.
• undertake preliminary assessment of authority regulations and requirements.
• prepare sketches, diagrams and other information to adequately explain the concept.
• prepare design briefs for other consultants.
• coordinate a preliminary forecast of the Cost of Works.
• undertake preliminary selection of materials and finishes.
• provide Client with copies of design documentation in PDF format.
• coordinate cost consultant’s forecast of the Cost of Works.

Approvals:

• obtain the Client’s written approval of the Concept Design documents.
• obtain the Client’s written approval to proceed with Design Development.
• obtain the Client’s written approval to prepare the Town Planning/Development Application, as required.