Client Guidelines
WHY A DESIGN – BUILD PROCESS?
…because it saves time, money, and frustration by integrating budgetary considerations at the beginning of the design process. If the designer does not understand the difference in cost between “new” and “remodel” then the customer is presented with incorrect information resulting in a decision not to build. We use design-build to avoid sticker shock by precisely crafting the plans and the budget simultaneously.
Step 1: First meeting and preliminary proposal
Within one week of our first meeting, the client receives a one or two-page outline of the proposal and an estimated project cost.
Step 2: Professional Design Agreement
The client has the option to sign a PDA for the initial plans and a design to be developed by the staff at Earl Williams & Associates.
Step 3: Detailed Proposal
We provide a detailed proposal that outlines all aspects of the project and a preliminary schedule that diagrams the remodeling process timeline.
Step 4: Revisions and Construction Contract
The clients’ changes are integrated into the final plans and scope of work. The contract is signed, project schedule finalized, and a start date is set.
In the design-build concept, pre-production systems are carefully executed to minimize changes, delays, and most importantly additional costs. We will maximize the value of your project by developing your dream while considering the costs, which leads to an efficient and successful project.
