UNIVERSITY OF NORTHEASTERN PHILIPPINES

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE

San Roque, Iriga City 4431
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RESEARCH:

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
PROCESS

Caneba,Christine joy m.
Bs-architecture
Submitted by:

Arch.ofman Manalo,uap
College instructor
Submitted to:
* ARCH ITECTU RAL D ESI GN PRO CES S

The process of designing a building, space or structure typically consists of these design phases. It is important to
understand and remind yourself of these phases, to bear in mind exactly what you’re trying to accomplish. And it
does take time.

* SOLUTION

Design is seldom a linear a process. Instead, one typically moves back and forth between the phases, allowing ideas
from more detailed designs to influence and modify the overall design direction previously established.

5 PHASES OF ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN PROCESS

Phase 1: Schematic Design

The goal of the schematic design (SD) is to clearly define design with a comprehensive scope, budget, and schedule
before the project is submitted for approval.In other words, it's about determining the general scope, preliminary
design, scale and relationships among the components of the project.
During this time, the architect reviews and creates a detailed program with the client in order to define his needs and
objectives, such as size, function, and the relationships between spaces, character, and image.It's important during
this stage to arrive at a clearly defined, feasible concept while at the same time exploring the most promising
alternative design solutions.
Prior to the initial design concepts, architects begin by gathering and analyzing information and performing all of
the work necessary design a project. Models and/or illustrations are prepared to help visualize the project as
necessary. The project then proceeds to the next phase whereby the architect presents the design concepts to the
owner who reviews it, and then provides his own input and vision for the projects before approving the schematic
design. When an agreement is reached between the architect and the owner, the basic layout or the schematic design
is finalized.

Phase 2: Design Development

Architects begin by creating basic concept diagrams and rough sketches. Conceptual brainstorming and exploration
define this portion of the design process.
The architect creates the initial design of building systems, but then expands the approved schematic design studies
to develop a more detailed drawing illustrating other aspects of the proposed design, sometimes with help of
consulting engineers.
During this time, the architect determines the general layout, form, and overall appearance of both the project and
the site. Sketches, drawings, and study models are prepared to help evaluate the ideas and concepts and set the final
direction for refining the design.
Once the size, layout, and character of the project and site are refined, then the architect begins to design feature
elements such as stairs, cabinetry, fireplaces, and built-in furniture. Drawings are prepared which describe some of
the important technical details.
Plans, elevations, and sections through the house are developed. These include floor plans that show all of the rooms
in the correct sizes and shapes.These outline specifications are a list of the major materials and room finishes.
Phase 3: Construction Documentation

Once the owner has approved the design development phase, the architect starts working on producing working
drawings and on the specifications production whereby the design is translated into detailed working drawings
(commonly known as ‘blueprints’) and the specifications, which the Contractor will use to establish actual
construction costs and build the project.
These working drawings or blueprints and specifications are prepared in order to define in detail all of the materials
that are to be used in the project and where they are to be located, as well as how they are to be installed.These
drawings and specifications become part of the construction contract.
Although this phase is primarily intended to work out the technical aspects of the project, some design work also
takes place.During this stage, plumbing fixtures, light fixtures, and finish materials such as tile, carpet, paint colors,
etc. are selected with the client. Finally, the owner reviews the project.

Phase 4: Bidding and Negotiation

During the bidding and negotiation phase, the architect may assist the customer in obtaining competitive bids or bid
evaluations, as well as invitations to bid, and instructions to bidders.
The architect creates and specifies the conditions of the contract, and the form of agreement between the owner and
the contractor and furthermore. The architect prepares and distributes sets of drawings and specifications, answers
contractor questions, interprets the documents, and prepares addendational revisions to the original drawings or
specifications. Once the bids are received, the architect analyzes the results and prepares the contract between the
customer and the selected contractor.

Phase 5: Construction

Of course, the final phase of the process is the construction. During this phase, the architect review the progress of
the work and facilitates any changes that may be required by visiting the construction site and observing the
construction to determine, in general, if the project is being built according to the plans and specifications.
The architect answers questions, reviews submissions and shop drawings (manufacturers' drawings of specific
elements to be incorporated within the project), and reviews monthly certificates of payment that are submitted by
the contractor and processes change orders.
The architect generally keeps the owner informed of the project's progress. However, the contractor is solely
responsible for construction methods, schedules, techniques, and procedures. Final selections of finishes and fixtures
are also made here.