The Design Development is the refinement of

Client’s approved Schematic Design so that

the plan and elevations more precisely meet

the Client’s tastes and needs.

The Design Development Plans consist of

The Design Development Phase is the part of

the design process when major systems and

materials are selected. We will lay out the

HVAC and structural components and determine

the exterior materials to be used. (Roofing,

windows, siding, soffits, gutters, and downspouts,

etc) The main interior finishes will also

be decided at this time. (Flooring, ceiling treatments,

doors, and railings)

Once Client and any consultants mark up the

plans with modifications and sign off their approval

of the plans, Designer will make the updates

and forward the Design Development plans

to 2-3 engineers for quotes. We will also send

the plans to the Home Owner’s Association

(HOA) for preliminary approval while we are getting

engineering quotes. Once we have received

ARC approval and you have sent the engineer a

signed proposal and deposit, we will forward the

AutoCAD drawings to the engineer to start. The

engineers will not commence any work without a

signed proposal and a deposit. Engineering can

take 3-6 weeks depending on their work load.

This is also the phase where the plans can be

given to the builders for preliminary bids and to

the bank for approval of financing.

When the Client has approved the Design Development

plan with modifications, a third retainer

of 20%, for a total of 60%, will be required to

proceed. Any changes that involve the movement

of walls at this phase may be considered a

change order which may incur additional fees. If

there is a Change Order you will be given a

Proposal from the Designer prior to the commencement

of any work.

Preston Wood and Associates is a member "the American Institute of Building Design". The "AIBD" is a national organization with chapters in every major city including New Orleans, La., Cleveland, Ohio, Kansas City, Mo., and Mesa, Arizona