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Process
Your Land’s Best Use
A common first step is engaging us in evaluating a site before you purchase.
By carefully analyzing the site's natural features, climate, access, local guidelines and feasibility -- we create a complete picture of your project’s possibilities. In this phase of the process, we review topics such as:
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What elements are most important to your vision
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Is this property or structure right for you
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How to minimize environmental disruption while maximizing your site's attributes
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What are the financial and structural implications of your design choices
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Who should be on your team to turn your vision into reality
Architecture & Interior Design: Outline of Services
We will guide you throughout the design and building process and provide you with a substantial information during each phase. This includes informing you on key decisions including building systems and performance, and cost implications. Our staff will coordinate the work of all necessary engineers and consultants as needed by the project. We have years of experience in the critical areas needed for a successful project including budgeting, building materials, mechanical systems, green design, site drainage, landscaping, engineering, interiors, and construction administration.
Our design process divides our services into four phases with the approximate level of effort in each phase shown below:
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Phase 1: Schematic Design 25%
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Phase 2: Design Development 30%
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Phase 3: Construction Documents 30%
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Phase 4: Construction Administration 15%
From Sketches to Schematics
Once all the requirements of your project are uncovered, we begin the design process with sketches, drawings, and inspirational imagery. Everything about your site is considered -- creatively and pragmatically -- in this architectural design phase:
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Land contours, weather, views, vegetation, sustainability and resiliency needs
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Architectural style, structural and construction of your design
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Lighting, audio/video, acoustics, and feng shui
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Security and home technology control systems
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Integration of interior and exterior living spaces
Advancing Architectural Design to Budgeting
You’ll be guided through a series of approvals for your project’s design.
This phase brings to life all the details of your vision. This is when your design takes shape by visualizing rooms and addressing solar orientation, mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems, energy efficiency and material selections.
To aid in creating fun and unique ideas, we’ll use studies of each side of your home to display views, room shape, ceiling plans, materials and finishes through the virtual reality goggles that permit you to view 360 degrees and literally walk through your new home!
During this phase we start the review and approval process with the local planning department and any design review boards. At this point you will know everything required to build your vision, including a detailed budget and construction schedule.
Working Drawings & Construction Documentation
In preparation of the construction phase, we produce working drawings and construction documents based on your approved design. We strive to ensure that all teams have the information they need to build your project exactly how we designed it and how you envisioned it, with organized documentation to ensure no surprises. We ensure that our drawings are coordinated with landscape, structural, civil, MEP (mechanical-electrical-plumbing) contractors, and other specialty consultants. Construction drawings are typically submitted to the building department to receive a building permit, while the contractor uses the contract documents to update the budget and schedule.
You’ll find our construction documents to be extremely detailed and comprehensive and typically include:
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Site plans, floor plans, roof plans, building and interior elevations and sections
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3D model views, reflected ceiling plans, and lighting plans
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Detailed in large scale: fireplaces, kitchens, bars, stairs, elevators, vanities, built-ins, sinks, feature windows and anything else we customize or reinvent for you
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Interior finish, plumbing, appliance and lighting schedules
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Cut-sheets for crucial building components, and a comprehensive construction-detail manual
We ensure that our beautiful designs are executed with high-quality building standards using the best materials and techniques using up-to-date building practices.
Interiors & Custom Furnishings
In tandem with architectural and construction administration, our design process includes creating one-of-a-kind interiors that are in harmony with your home’s architectural style and your lifestyle needs. Mosaic is accomplished across all interior design styles -- from modern to minimalist, from timeless sophistication to casually inviting.
To bring your vision to life, each of your home’s rooms is expertly layered. You’ll experience each room with photo-realistic imagery so you can visualize architectural features, showcased artwork and special collections, curated fixed finishes, and artfully sourced furniture from talented designers across the globe. You’ll be effortlessly guided through the entire design journey to create a harmonious space that’s as unique as you are.
Construction Administration
Your engagement with us does not end with submission of construction documents. We continue to represent your interests and assist you in understanding what's going on at the construction site. This level of service ensures your vision is constructed as designed.
On your behalf, Mosaic is an extension of your construction team. We are available as needed -- and on site when necessary -- to answer questions and provide clarifications. We participate in budget and schedule meetings, coordinate with consultants, and reply to RFIs (Request for Information) and ASIs (Architects Supplemental Information). Essentially, we are a resource for your contractors, ensuring your design is executed per our drawings and construction documents.
We observe the site’s development on a regular basis, keeping you informed each step of the way. As construction progresses, we walk you through each room and explain materials, views, function and aesthetic features.
When unforeseen events happen our hands-on approach and expertise lead you through the construction process with ease.
Custom and Personalized Homes
Explore our portfolio of stunning Contemporary and Traditional homes designed by our teams in California and Colorado.