PROJECT PLANNING GUIDE

A Homeowner's Complete Resource

Archi-Dinamica Architects, LLC

(504) 86-8616
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

01. Ge ng Started 
 
02. Summary Sheet 
 
03. Building Project Road Map 
 
04. Building Experts Directory 
 
05. Building Cost Es mator 
 
06. FAQ’s & SAQ’s 
 
07. Myth & Reality 
 
08. How to Create A Design Brief Using Only 10 Ques ons 
 
09. Readiness Slider 
 
10. Our Services 
     

“The architect should strive con nually to 
simplify; 
the ensemble of the rooms should then 
be carefully considered 
that comfort and u lity may go hand in 
hand with beauty.” 

 
‐ Frank Lloyd Wright  

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01. GETTING STARTED

M ost of our clients have never hired an architect before and are vaguely aware of the scope
of services that an architect can provide for their project and the handful of building
codes that a project must comply with. As architects specializing in residential and commercial
design, a good portion of our early contact with a new client involves client education as to
what they should be expecting from us and how the design process will unfold over time,
resulting in the successful realization of their project.

Before getting too far along on a project, it’s a good idea to assess your strengths and
weaknesses, time commitment, and level of interest and use that information to decide whether
you need to hire an architect.

Choose your key team members – especially your architect and contractor – very carefully. No
other decision will have as big an impact on your project’s success. You will be working closely
with these professionals more as partners than as employer‐employee. Good communication
and give‐and‐take will be key. So, ind professionals who are competent and trustworthy and
who are a good it for you. Find professionals and people who you will enjoy working with.

You probably think that working with an architect costs too much money – that you’re going to
spend so money on the construction of your project and you don’t think an architect is worth
the added cost. WRONG! Architects have a unique skill set and expertise to provide various
bene its to you and your project.

This guide is all about helping you avoid the
mistakes and heartache that many deal with
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“If I had six hours to chop down a

02. SUMMARY
tree, I’d spend the first 4
sharpening the axe”.

‐Abraham Lincoln Research Phase

The #1 Project Problem

#1 Problem: Projects going over time and over budget.

On a daily basis, we see people moving projects into the design phase before the research is started. This is like a
doctor starting surgery without a thorough diagnosis or trying to build a house on a bad foundation.

That is why we created the Rapid Project Planning Pack. Now, you have a simple process to help you move
through the Research Phase.

If you follow this tool, you will reduce project risk and improve project design.

  01. Getting Started

 

  02. RP3 Summary Sheet

Once you have ticked all the boxes below, you are ready to move to the Analysis Phase

  03. Building Project Roadmap

Review the roadmap and identify where you are on your journey
  04. Building Experts Directory 
  Directory of professionals who can help you at each stage of your design and building process

  05. Building Cost Estimator

Simple do-it-yourself worksheet to estimate your building project
  06. FAQs & SAQs
Frequently-asked questions and should-ask questions you need to know about working with an archi-
tect

  07. Myth & Reality

Some things architects do outside design to complete a project
  08. How To Create A Design Brief Using Only 7 Questions
Contact your shortlisted architects to start your process
  09. Readiness Slider
Gauge of how ready you are to move to the Design Phase
  10. Our Services
 

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03. Building Project Road Map

Major steps required for building , renovating, and adding on

The Roadmap
This is important … please read carefully.

R ight now, you should be in the Research Phase. This is where you are gathering information and playing
around with ideas. At the point you want to get serious, you will want to check the feasibility of your ideas
and understand what the project constraints are. If you work with me, we will move to the Analysis Phase by con-
ducting a Needs and Options Review to eliminate assumptions, identify constraints and find your best options. You
will receive a document that can be used by me or any other architect that will ensure you reduce project risk and
get the best options for your site and budget.

RESEARCH ANALYSIS DESIGN

 Architects  NEEDS & OPTIONS  CONCEPT
REVIEW BY ARCHI- SKETCHES
TECT.

 Builders  REVIEW  DESIGN

PROPOSALS.
DEVELOPMENT
 SELECT
ARCHITECT
 Magazines

 Home Shows

BUILD BIDDING DOCUMENTATION

 BUILDER BUILDS  RECEIVE BIDS  CONSTRUCTION

DRAWINGS
 ARCHITECT  SELECT BUILDER
ADVISES  BUILDING PERMITS

When you are ready to review the feasibility of your project, email
or call or email us .
(504) 486-8616 info@archid-llc.co,

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