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The Custom Home Design Process
Phase I - Schematic Design Phase III - Construction Drawings Phase
Phase I involves determining the Once the client and designer are satisfied with the
project goals and requirements, aesthetics and functionality of the structure, construction
which in turn define the program documents are created. These drawings have greater detail
for the project. This “program” and will include structural components and construction
states the required functions of framing.
the project. It explores questions
related to budget, time frame, Phase IV - Construction Documentation Phase
square footages, indoor and outdoor space usage, spatial This phase takes the drawings created in phase III and
relationships and form. This is also the research phase of compiles them, along with specifications and details, into
the project, when geotechnical, zoning, applicable building a set that will be used for submittal to building officials for
codes, etc. are discovered and addressed. The design team, approval, as well as to the builder for construction purposes.
based on the client’s needs and wants will be assembled.
This phase produces a final schematic design, to which the Phase V - Document Submittal Phase
owner signs-off on after discussions with the designer.
Phase I will result in floor plan design. This final phase is one in which all the construction
documents, along with all the backup information from the
Phase II - Design Development design team, is made part of the building permit application.
Phase V also includes submitting this package to the
Using the floor plans created in Phase I, this phase takes the applicable building department jurisdiction.
process one-step further by generating elevations & roof
features. The result is drawings that define the “style” of the Source: Complete Design, Inc
building and specify design elements such as material types.
A Site Plan is also created during this phase.
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