Designing Exceptional Spaces For Delaware's Coast 

Pre-Design & Programming

We start with pre-design and programming to identify project goals, constraints and key requirements.  Programming often involves site analysis, feasibility studies and developing a detailed list of spaces and their functions, sizes, and relationships.  We verify regulatory and zoning constraints. This allows us to establish a clear roadmap before committing to design decisions.

Schematic Design

This is where ideas really start to take shape.  We develop what your project will be through a series of hand sketches, renderings and modeling as necessary to convey the design intent and what the project will be. At times, we may present more than one scheme for your project.  We use this phase to understand the overall design, scope and budget so you can make informed decisions about moving forward.

Design Development

This is where we take the initial schematic design and refine into detailed plans. It bridges the gap between conceptual design and construction documentation, transforming sketches and ideas into coordinated, realistic, and technically sound designs.  Materials, assembly and mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems are all considered.  We will begin to engage with the structural engineer with the goal of creating a set of drawings suitable for a contractor to provide accurate cost information.

Construction Documents

Construction Documents is the most time-consuming phase of the design process. This is the stage we work to finalize the design and ensure it meets your requirements.  We develop all required floor plans, elevations, sections, schedules and construction details to convey the intent of the projects, acquire permits and begin construction.  You will have a sealed, fully buildable set of plans.

Construction

We encourage our involvement in the construction process.  We are available for site visits as required to ensure that construction matches the design intent of the plans and to help solve design issues that may arise along the construction process by providing additional drawings as needed.

Luxury Residential Design.  We specialize in new construction and high-end renovations.  We guide you through the full scope of a project, including site design, schematics, and construction observation, ensuring control from start to finish.

Boutique Commercial Design.  We design unique and intentional commercial spaces, from high-end restaurants to apartment complexes and boutique hotels. Our team works with business owners, developers, and general contractors to create spaces that stand out and are optimized for function and value.