Our Process: How we work with you
"I am fortunate enough to help people turn into reality something they have dreamed about," Phil muses. "My skill is in putting things together. I like to listen to people and try to understand what their projects mean to them. I help my clients find solutions they might not have thought of."
From your initial consultation with Lawrence and Gómez Architects expect creative design that's driven by your vision.
When you work with us, you get individual service. We understand that designing and building your home is a deeply personal experience. You can depend on us to listen to your ideas and vision. We stay involved throughout the whole process --from concept through construction, ensuring that the design is carried through to completion.
Full service firm
Lawrence and Gómez Architects provides full architectural services to residential and commercial clients. We stay by your side through the entire process to insure high quality and attention to detail.
The initial consultation with Lawrence and Gómez is always free of charge. You don't commit to anything until you feel comfortable to work with us.
Function:
How will you use the space?
To understand how you plan to use the new spaces, we make an inventory of your needs, vision, and budget for the project. This critical stage produces a matrix for the details of the design work.
Exploration:
What should it look like?
Our projects present a wide range of styles that reflect the unique nature of each client. To create a working design, we will sit down with you for idea sessions to explore different possibilities and narrow the design focus. These ideas also take into account any restrictions, engineering issues, budget, and general layout.
Zoning and regulatory agencies:
Are there restrictions? Our experience with planning, zoning, and landmarks restrictions streamlines the approval process. We meet with the regulatory agencies early and frequently to maintain a workable design.
Engineering:
Structural and other issues to consider
As the project requires, we might involve a variety of consultants and engineers, such as structural, soils, civil, electrical, audio, security, and mechanical. From them we obtain the particulars that could affect design elements and material selection.
Pricing:
Will this design fit my budget?
From the start we prepare spreadsheets with our estimate of the cost of construction itemized in detail so that budget decisions can be made in time. As soon as a contractor is involved, we involve his expertise in preparing pricing.
Documentation:
How detailed are the construction documents?
Once the final design work is complete, we at Lawrence + Gómez create detailed construction documents, both for the city and the contractor. These include any specifications of materials, fixtures, and equipment built into the design. Contractor:
Who should build it?
If you have not already selected a builder, we help you select the right builder or contractor for your job. Our experience gives you an advantage when interviewing and selecting a builder.
Construction:
Is the building process moving as planned?
During the construction phase, we observe the process to keep it on track with your specifications. We help mediate a good relationship between you and your builder, analyzing the costs and schedule. |
