6.1 Schematic Design

Question 1

What is the information required before schematic design?

Answer 1

Client- provide functional programming site, documentation surveys, zoning, considerations, and report on site conditions.
Architect- procure missing information to be billed as additional services

Question 2

What are the documents required for client sign off and approval of schematic design?

Answer 2

Drawings: Site plans, block plans, sections, elevations, massing diagrams, conceptual sketches.

Sch. design report : design philosophy, sustainability, probable costs, code review, schedules