OUR SERVICESAt Karl Smith Studio we offer a full range of design, planning and project delivery services. These are summarized as follows: Strategic and Master Planning Pre-design: Initial review of the project and client requirements, local building code and zoning issues review Schematic Design: Initial design concepts and review with clients and local building officials Design Development: Detailed development of design concepts, initial cost estimates, initial review with consultants Construction Documents: Detailed construction drawings and specifications suitable for permit processing, bidding and construction. Coordination of consultants’ documentation into permitting, bidding and construction packages. Permit Processing: Coordinating permit processing through building and planning jurisdictions Bidding and Cost Analysis: Assembling a bid package that assures an accurate estimate of construction prices. Review of competing bids and analysis of costs. Construction Observation: Review of construction progress and interfacing with contractors, and local building officials. Post Occupancy Review and Analysis: review and documentation, as necessary, of building after occupancy for assessment and recommendations for further development, space utilization, and site planning. |