At Spaces Architects we make it our mission and are committed to layout the process of working with us through our standard five phases as clearly and briefly as possible. That way you gain understanding of how we operate from beginning to completion. This also allows us to get into details providing you with unsurpassed quality and finishing throughout all stages.
Phase I: Schematic Design & Feasibility

During this initial phase of the architectural design process,

  • We create 2-3 sketch design options for your consideration and to enable you to visualize the different routes your project could take. This takes place after having gathered information from you, and through our field surveys.
  • A rough cost estimate is presented to help you select a design meeting both your aesthetics preference and budget requirements.
  • We will also attach a rough cost estimate to each option to aid you in selecting a design that meets both your aesthetic preferences and budget requirements. At this stage, you will also have the opportunity to request any modifications you’d like us to make to your preferred design.

Once you have selected a design option that best suits your needs, we will begin the process of refining the design during the Design Development phase.

Phase II: Design Development
  • At this point, we will take the schematic design you selected, as well as any requested modifications, and revise the design as necessary.
  • We will also update the cost estimate we provided during the Schematic Design & feasibility phase to reflect any changes we’ve made to the initial design. We take our clients’ budgets very seriously and continually strive to provide accurate estimates throughout the early stages of design.
  • This phase may require additional give and take as we work with you to finalize the details of the design before moving into the next phase.
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Phase III: Construction Documents
  • By now, we will have settled on a final design and will begin preparing drawings, notes, and technical specifications necessary for bidding, construction, and permit application.
  • This is the phase that many people think of when they picture the work of an architect – the creation of blueprints.
  • We as your contractors will use these detailed drawings and specifications to prepare for the next phase in the architectural design process.
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Phase IV: Bidding
  • In this phase Spaces Architects’ plays the role of both your architects and contractors which will save time from reviewing submitted bids, provide analysis, and help you compare the cost figures that you receive from your bidders.
  • We will ensure that the construction of your project is like reading the blueprints correctly and provide you with accurate results.
Phase V: Construction Administration
  • Finally, once the construction is under way, and we move into the fifth phase of the architectural design process – construction administration. We work to ensure that the actual building meets the intent of the design drawings, followed by a visit to the site during construction, and address any field conditions as they arise.
  • This final phase, along with all the others described above, will ensure the smooth and satisfactory completion of your home construction or renovation project. Our ultimate goal at Spaces Architects is to help you turn your dream of a new or renovated home into an affordable reality. 
  • Contact Us and take the first step towards your new space.