Design-Build Blueprint
Methodical Execution
M Moser’s “From Concept to Completion” outlines a thorough design-build methodology that integrates various phases of project execution. Starting with the “Discover & Define” stage, strategic alignment is ensured through workshops, user evaluations, and a comprehensive synthesis and programming phase that involves meticulous data collection and planning.
Discover & Define
Strategy Workshop
- Align business goals
- Align project goals
- Build consensus
- Gauge change readiness
User Evaluation
- Department Head interviews
- Workplace performance survey
- Focus group workshops
Synthesis & Programming
- Functional team interviews
- Operations data collection (head count, growth projections, utilization)
- Adjacency studies
- Program development
- Final Program Report
Planning Strategy
- Stacking & blocking
- Modularity study
- Develop workplace settings
- Test fits
- Validation
- Construction strategy
- Budget strategy
Design & Document
Schematic Design
- Design Concept
- 3D Development
- Code analysis
- Consultant selection
- Conceptual finish palettes
Design Development
- Coordinate infrastructure (MEP)
- Ceiling design
- Power and data development
- Material and finish allocation
- Prepare Estimated Budget
Furniture Selection
- Furniture selections
- Select furniture
- Validate schedule & budget
- Shortlisting of vendors
- Agree on tender
Construction Documents
- Design details to aid the contractor in building & design
- Oversight of MEP, IT, AV development
- Equipment and finish specification
- Prepare permit filing drawings
- Prepare Bill of Quantities
Permitting
- Submit permit package for municipal approval
- Respond to required changes
- Obtain permit
