SERVICES

Gordon Castle Architects provides a full range of architectural services to homeowners, contractors, commercial tenants, and business owners. The exact combination of services depends on the specific needs of the project and the explicit requests of each owner. Our firm offers a comprehensive design framework that divides the process into the following phases:

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  Design

  Pre-design Phase

  Survey of existing conditions, preparation of as-built plans & elevations, coordination of boundary & topographic work if necessary, Building Code and Zoning Ordinance review.

  Schematic Design Phase

  Design concepts based on project goals, preliminary programming, and budget information.

  Design Development Phase

  Refinement of Schematic Design, engineering consultation, coordination with utilities, equipment suppliers, and trades – Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing.

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  Documentation

  Construction Document Phase

  All drawings and specifications for construction with sufficient detail to obtain a building permit.

  Permit Coordination and Bidding Phase

  Provided on an as-needed basis to include coordination with Permit Expediting Services and/or Peer Reviewers, Construction Documents sets for the General Contractor’s use, Review of submitted Contractor Bids with the Owner.

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  Construction

  Construction Administration Phase

  May include regular site visits and consultations with the Owner throughout construction, review of contractor submittals to check for conformance with the design concept laid out in the Contract Documents, review of change orders, preparation of final punch list and/or unsatisfactory construction items, and final walk through to confirm project completion.