Build-Out and Interior Design Services  

The careful planning and design of premises is a critical step to the successful outcome of any project. A good design will not only meet the aesthetic interests of the client, but do so in a cost effective, space efficient and functional manner. A well thought out design will save time, aggravation and dollars, as well as enhance the corporate image and improve employee morale and productivity.

Our associates offer a full range of Interior Design Services to corporate, industrial and commercial businesses undergoing a relocation, expansion, consolidation, or those wishing to enhance the image or efficiency of their working environment. They provide design services ranging from initial space evaluations and concepts through to final working drawings and specifications. This includes:

• Assisting the clients in evaluating the suitability of space being considered, budgeting renovation costs and determining reasonable occupancy and completion dates.

• Collecting information on organizational and user space requirements and determining inter-department proximity criteria; developing rough concept plans from this information for preliminary discussion purposes.

• Photographing and measuring all existing furnishings as appropriate. This information is important at the outset for developing accurate and workable concept plans, as well as assisting in the ultimate relocation or disposal of furnishings.

• Preparing and refining concept plans; review with various department heads and personnel as appropriate. Evaluating findings and finalizing concept plans.

• Developing concept boards for colors and finishes, showing carpet and floor coverings, fabrics, wall coverings, paint finishes, plastic laminates, wood finishes and key furnishings styles.

• Preparing working drawings, which generally includes the following:

  • Cover sheet showing information and site plan required for municipality building permit

  • Furniture layout, showing typical or actual furniture locations
  • Partition Plan, showing partition types, soundproofing and doors
  • Demolition plan showing walls, flooring and other materials to be removed
  • Electrical plan showing outlets for power, telephone, data, and equipment layouts
  • Reflected ceiling plan, showing fluorescent lighting, exit, pot and accent lights, with approximate location of certain engineering items such as sprinklers, HVAC outlets and return air grilles
  • Finishes plan showing location of wall colors, floor and window coverings
  • Detail plans showing millwork, built-ins, door details, wall sections and elevations

• Preparing detailed specifications outlining general contractual conditions, special requirements, finishes, hardware and other information required for tendering purposes.

• Conducting limited number of initial, interim and final site inspections, and prepare cursory Site Inspection Reports, Change Notices or Site Instructions as required to clarify drawings. Sign off when work is substantially completed.