In-House Design Services
Investing in a professional in-house designer service is a critical aspect of design projects, and choosing the right service helps to ensure that you receive the results you are hoping for.
At Blue Water Concepts, our in-house design team offers a comprehensive, seamless experience, expertly managing your project through every stage from inception to the moment it is turned over to the construction team.
This integrated approach allows us to optimize the aesthetic and functional aspects of your space through meticulous planning and execution. We work hard to deliver designs that meet and exceed your expectations, transitioning smoothly from concept to reality.
Our design process is collaborative, involving a variety of consultants who will provide every necessary professional service during the development phase. This includes energy advisors, structural engineers, hazardous materials testing, environmental consultants, and more.
We will not leave you to manage all these aspects individually. Our method ensures that the design is optimized based on the input of our consultants, saving time and reducing costs.
Already have an architect working on your design? Let us be the bridge between your architect and our construction team. With our design expertise, we’ll be able to help guide your project toward success, ensuring that all aspects of the design are feasible and cost-effective.
Contact us today to learn more about our design expertise and how we can help you create the home of your dreams that aligns with a realistic budget.
Comprehensive Design Management
Your project will be managed from start to finish by our in-house design team. We will begin the process with an on-site meeting to determine your goals and work out the details of the project. This will give us the insight we need to fully understand your vision and expectations. With this in mind, we will draft a detailed design proposal detailing the anticipated costs, including the expected cost ranges of the consultants. You will be aware of the financial commitment from the outset.
Once you agree to proceed, we conduct a comprehensive code analysis and start the drawing process. This phase is highly collaborative, and we will work closely with you to develop the perfect design to meet all your needs and desires. We encourage you to be involved as much or as little as you want.
Consultant Integration
To achieve many of the regulatory requirements of your project, we work with a variety of consultants during the development phase. Integrating these professionals in the early stages allows us to developthe design cohesively alongside their specialty scopes.
In more traditional construction, clients are often responsible for coordinating these services themselves once the design phase is completed. Taking this approach canresult in missed opportunities for optimization, not to mention increased time and expense. With Blue Water Concepts’ integrated approach, every aspect of the design is considered and refined from the start for a more efficient and cost-effective project.
Contact UsFlexible Client Involvement
Some clients enjoy being heavily involved during the design process, others may prefer to leave the details to the professionals, and many fall somewhere in between. Our flexible approach means that you choose your level of involvement. Although we encourage collaboration, we are more than happy to work with you in whatever manner suits you best.
The Design Development Process
Our design process involves several steps and is designed to ensure that no detail is overlooked. We start with an on-site meeting to learn about your goals and the vision for your project. Getting to know each other helps to ensure that we are working in alignment and understand your expectations.
Next comes the design proposal. We will outline the anticipated costs to complete the design, taking into account factors such as the size of the project and its complexity. We also consider the consultants that will be required and their expected cost ranges. This will provide you with a clear understanding of the financial commitment.
We will then complete a thorough code analysis and start the drawing process. During this time, we will work exclusively with you to develop the design according to your needs. A preliminary pricing exercise will be completed to ensure that we are within the constraints of the budget. Adjustments will be made, as necessary.
The design will be refined and developed to a point where it is ready for permit submission. The lead times for permits are typically rather long, so we submit as soon as possible to allow for this delay and make the best possible use of time.
A detailed project costing exercise will be completed and used as the basis for construction. At this time, we ensure that all costs have been properly accounted for and that the project is financially viable.
When you are comfortable with proceeding, we will slot the project into our schedule and introduce you to the construction team. During the waiting period for the permit, we will finalize the finishes and material selection. Once the permit is granted and in hand, we break ground and construction begins.
Cost-Effective, Buildable Designs
One of the more significant advantages of our approach is the close collaboration between the in house designers and the construction team. This includes working with estimators, project managers, and other field team-members to ensure that the design is buildable and cost-effective.
In traditional construction, it’s not uncommon to encounter designs that are unrealistic, or incredibly expensive. Some may even be impossible to build. Our integrated approach helps to avoid these issues. By considering practical construction aspects throughout the design process, we end up with a design that is beautiful, feasible, and within budget.
Efficient Communication
Efficient communication is a critical part of any construction project, and our design approach is built upon this notion. With streamlined communication between the design and build teams, we avoid the delays commonly encountered in more traditional construction. This speeds up the project significantly while ensuring that all team members are on the same page.
Our comprehensive design services offer you a seamless experience from the initial meeting to breaking ground. We involve you as much or as little as you desire, but at all times we ensure that you have a complete understanding of the costs and services included so that they align with your expectations, and you can plan effectively. Choosing our services means investing in a low-stress, enjoyable, and successful construction experience.
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Contact UsFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are the benefits of working with an in-house design team
An integrated in-house design team improves communication, streamlines coordination, and helps align the design with construction requirements, timelines, and budget considerations from the beginning of the project.
Can you work with outside architects or consultants?
Yes. We regularly collaborate with outside architects, engineers, energy advisors, and other consultants to help ensure the project is cohesive, practical, and cost-effective.
How involved can I be during the design process?
Our process is flexible. Some clients prefer to be closely involved throughout design development, while others prefer a more hands-off approach. We adapt the process to suit your preferred level of involvement.
How do you help ensure the design stays within budget?
Our design and construction teams work closely together throughout the process, including preliminary pricing exercises during design development to help ensure the project remains financially realistic and buildable.
Do you help with permitting and code analysis?
Yes. Our team manages code analysis, consultant coordination, and permit preparation to help ensure the project meets local bylaws and B.C. Building Code requirements.
Why is early consultant integration important?
Integrating consultants early in the design process helps identify opportunities for optimization, improves coordination between disciplines, and can reduce delays and unexpected costs later in the project.