At AVA we design with purpose – carefully shaping spaces that are tailored to how you live. We transform ideas into timeless architecture and interiors. Utilising our 25+ years experience in planning and building we will guide you through the creative pathway, the associated planning process, consultant engagement ,building regulations, selection of builder and construction management for your project.    

The architectural process is a staged process, a complete scope of services is listed as follows:

Pre Design

. Preliminary client meeting

. Fee and program proposal

. Site analysis

. Feasibility study

Sketch design

. Assessment of Council requirements

. Sketch design plan and concept

. Sketch design meetings

Schematic design

. Development of concept - in plan, elevation & 3D

. Concept boards

. DA application or CDC application pathway

Design Development

. Preparation of concept drawings for interior design

. Colours and finishes selection for interiors

Documentation

. Preparation of construction drawings for architecture and interiors

. Consultant coordination

. Selection and scheduling of materials, finishes and fixtures

. Specifications

. Builder Selection

. Calling for tender

Contract Administration

. Negotiation with builders

. Define contract sum and program

. Prepare contract

. Administration in support of obtaining Construction certificate or Complying development consent

. Regular site meetings to resolve onsite issues

. Issue Architect’s Instructions, supplementary details

. Quality control

. Assess builder’s progress claims