Phases Of Design

Question 0

Evaluate existing job site or review any drawings for new construction

Answer 0

Programming

Question 1

Interview client to determine user needs and goals

Answer 1

Programming

Question 2

Inventory existing furniture that might be used in the project

Answer 2

Programming

Question 3

Obtain scaled floor plans of the project space from client

Answer 3

Programming

Question 4

Measure job site to obtain necessary dimensions

Answer 4

Programming

Question 5

Determine style, color, and aesthetic preferences of client

Answer 5

Programming

Question 6

Meet with landlord concerning building standards and regulations

Answer 6

Programming

Question 7

Ascertain potential building code, life safety, and barrier-free regulations that might affect the project

Answer 7

Programming

Question 8

Develop project schedule

Answer 8

Programming

Question 9

Develop project budget

Answer 9

Programming

Question 10

Coordinate with project consultants

Answer 10

Programming
Schematic
Design Development
Contract Documents
Contract Administration

Question 11

Determine feasibility of meeting clients requirements; identify and inform client of any restraints that will affect the feasibility of the project

Answer 11

Programming

Question 12

Prepare final design program

Answer 12

Programming

Question 13

Develop spatial and communication adjacencies

Answer 13

Schematic

Question 14

Develop preliminary space utilization plans

Answer 14

Schematic

Question 15

Develop preliminary furniture plans

Answer 15

Schematic

Question 16

Preliminary selection of interior architectural finishes

Answer 16

Schematic

Question 17

Preliminary furniture, furnishings, and equipment selections

Answer 17

Schematic

Question 18

Review applicable building codes, accessibility and life safety guidelines and apply as required

Answer 18

Schematic

Question 19

Make preliminary color selections

Answer 19

Schematic

Question 20

Refine budgets

Answer 20

Schematic

Question 21

Prepare design drawings such as sketches, perspectives and elevations as needed

Answer 21

Schematic

Question 22

Meet with consultants such as architect, contractor, engineers and others to coordinate as required

Answer 22

Schematic
Design development
All other phases to some extent

Question 23

Finalize relationship diagrams or charts

Answer 23

Design Development

Question 24

Complete space plans and layouts

Answer 24

Design Development

Question 25

Complete furniture, furnishings and equipment plans

Answer 25

Design Development

Question 26

Complete working drawings concerning custom furniture, millwork or architectural treatments

Answer 26

Design Development

Question 27

Determine specifications of architectural finishes

Answer 27

Design Development

Question 28

Prepare specifications of architectural finishes

Answer 28

Design Development

Question 29

Prepare specifications of furniture, furnishings and equipment

Answer 29

Design Development

Question 30

Prepare other drawings such as lighting plans, elevations and sections as required

Answer 30

Design Development

Question 31

Prepare presentation boards

Answer 31

Design Development

Question 32

Prepare presentation graphics such as renderings of perspectives, isometrics or axonometric drawings

Answer 32

Design Development

Question 33

Prepare a budget of expected costs for all construction and furnishings

Answer 33

Design Development

Question 34

Prepare working drawings and schedules for construction and/or installation of the space

Answer 34

Contract Documents

Question 35

Prepare written specifications to accompany working drawings, schedules, and furniture, furnishings and equipment

Answer 35

Contract Documents

Question 36

Prepare furniture and equipment installation drawings

Answer 36

Contract Documents

Question 37

Obtain approvals and permits from jurisdictional agencies

Answer 37

Contract Documents

Question 38

Provide or assist client with preparation of bid documents

Answer 38

Contract Documents

Question 39

Qualify vendors, suppliers and subcontractors

Answer 39

Contract Documents

Question 40

Assist client in obtaining competitive bids for all phases of the project

Answer 40

Contract Documents

Question 41

Provide guidance in the selection of necessary contractors

Answer 41

Contract Documents

Question 42

Assist client with owner-contractor contracts

Answer 42

Contract Documents

Question 43

Assist with securing of bids

Answer 43

Contract Administration

Question 44

Provide project management supervision of the job site during construction/installation

Answer 44

Contract Administration

Question 45

Procure furniture and furnishings by submitting purchase orders to suppliers and installers

Answer 45

Contract Administration

Question 46

Assist in the procurement of furniture and furnishings by submitting purchase orders to suppliers and installers

Answer 46

Contract Administration

Question 47

Assist in the procurement of furniture and furnishings through bid administration

Answer 47

Contract Administration

Question 48

Make periodic visits to the job site to ensure work is being done in accordance with the contract documents and specifications

Answer 48

Contract Administration

Question 49

Supervise installation of furniture, furnishings and equipment

Answer 49

Contract Administration

Question 50

Maintain project management and schedule records

Answer 50

Contract Administration

Question 51

Assist in determination of substantial completion, payments to vendors and securing releases

Answer 51

Contract Administration

Question 52

Prepare and administer post-occupancy evaluations

Answer 52

Contract Administration