Process - The Drawing Room

We follow a seven-stage process that places our clients and meaningful design at the centre of our work.

This approach prioritises collaboration and creativity, offering regular opportunities for feedback and design development. It enables us to combine our creativity with practicality to build beautiful spaces that balance function and encompass your style.

We understand that embarking on a project can be both exciting and overwhelming. That’s why our initial consultation is typically free, and we offer fixed fees for each stage of work, giving you peace of mind that costs won’t increase unexpectedly.

The Drawing Room Work Stages

1. Meet

Initial discussions to understand your requirements and goals.
Visiting your home or site to discuss your lifestyle and the building you wish to create.

2. Develop the project brief

Creating a detailed brief , agreeing the budget and design concept.
Agreeing fees to proceed with the project.
Conducting a measured scan of your property or site and creating survey drawings.

3. Create initial design ideas

Developing concept designs and exploring options that meet your brief.
Presenting concept floor plans and 3D images of key areas.

4. Refine the design

Developing the design following your feedback.

4a. Planning application

Coordinating with consultants and producing planning drawings and a 3D model for your approval.
Submitting a formal planning application with supporting documents.

5. Drawings & Plans

5a. Building Control

Preparing building regulation-level drawings and specifications to obtain a building licence, allowing construction to commence.

5b. Construction Plans

Developing detailed construction plans, specifications, and schedules to enable contractors to accurately price for the works.
Coordinating or designing interior architecture, including kitchens, bathrooms, fixtures, fittings, and finishes.

6. Tendering and construction

Contacting contractors to tender for the works and analysing and negotiating the tenders received.
Preparing and administering the construction contract and providing design support throughout the build.

7. Completion!

Conducting final inspections, completing outstanding work, and handing over the project to the client.
Ensuring the building is occupied and operational, resulting in a very happy client!

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People-focused projects with a collaborative approach.

Our designs put people first. We listen to our clients’ needs so we can create designs that reflect their aspirations, meet their requirements (and fit their budget).

We take pride in our personal approach to every project. We partner with our clients, contractors, and suppliers to ensure careful coordination, meticulous attention-to-detail, and clear communication at every stage.

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