The Merrylees process begins with an appreciation that every project is unique and client specific. We pride ourselves in getting to know our clients PERSONALLY AND guiding them through the journey of design and construction, which is both exciting and challenging.
APPLYING OUR well-HONED DESIGN process of continuous refinement, WE WORK in conjunction with AN established team of professional consultants and builders to DELIVER an EXCEPTIONAL ARCHITECURAL OUTCOME FOR every project.
PRE-DESIGN / EXISTING CONDITIONS
Initial client meeting to establish brief
Survey and site analysis
Prepare existing conditions drawings
Review regulatory requirements
CONCEPT DESIGN
Commence and present concept design
Meet with client to review design following feedback and collaboration
Prepare adjustments to each round of design
Undertake preliminary selection of materials and finishes
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT
Develop external and internal design details and materials
Internal material selections, including fittings, fixtures and appliances
Meet with client to review and finalise detailed design
Engage specialist consultants on the clients’ behalf, as required (ie. Structural Engineer, ESD Consultant, Building Surveyor, Heritage Consultant, Arborist etc)
Arrange for pricing by Builder/ Cost Planner if required
TOWN PLANNING / REPORT & CONSENT
Confirm statutory authority requirements
Arrange and attend pre-application meetings with relevant authorities
Prepare application, including plans, diagrams, site analysis, reports and other information as required for the submission
Engage any required specialist consultants on behalf of the client
Lodge and manage the application through council
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION
Prepare and complete full documentation of the design, including interiors (plans, elevations, sections, lighting and electrical plans, joinery design and details, plan and section details, wall types, window and door schedules, etc) to obtain a building permit and prepare for tender
Select and incorporate finishes, fittings and fixtures, schedules and specifications
Liaise and fully coordinate architectural design with specialist consultants (Structural Engineer, ESD Consultant, Building Surveyor, etc) as required
Provide recommendations to the client on the preferred method of building and contractor selection
Obtain Building Permit for construction
CONTRACTOR SELECTION / TENDER
Assist client in determining the preferred tender process, recommending reputable and suitable builders
Review and advise on tenders and preferred construction contract
CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION
Prepare the contract documents for signing
Visit site and respond to builder queries, variations and disputes
Ensure design integrity is upheld to completion of the project
Coordinate consultants as required
