urban projects is an architecture and design studio engaged in commercial, hospitality and residential projects. Our design approach is wide lensed, supported by extensive research, collaboration, attention to detail and craftsmanship. The studio creates bespoke solutions firmly rooted in context yet transcending in design, materials and sustainability.
S E R V I C E S
We offer a full-scope service for architecture, interior & landscape design projects. We are skilled at managing every step of the process from concept to project completion.
Process:
01 Inception
During stage 01 we will receive, appraise & report on the following:
a. project brief (client’s spatial requirements)
b. project site and its related rights & constraints
c. budget
d. project programme
e. the need for consultants (engineering, quantity survey, town planning, geotechnical etc)
f. methods of contracting
Duration of Inception Phase: 1-2 weeks
a. project brief (client’s spatial requirements)
b. project site and its related rights & constraints
c. budget
d. project programme
e. the need for consultants (engineering, quantity survey, town planning, geotechnical etc)
f. methods of contracting
Duration of Inception Phase: 1-2 weeks
02 Concept & Feasibility Study
a. Preparation of initial masterplan
b. Advise on space provisions & planning relationships, proposed materials & intended building services
c. consult with local & statutory authorities
d. Review anticipated costs of the project
e. Review the project programme
Duration of Concept & Viability Phase: 2-3 weeks
03 Design Development
Stage 03 involves revising and refining the design according to the client’s selected design direction. During this phase, our service includes but is not limited to the following:
a. Developing all aspects of the design including construction systems, materials, fittings and finishes
b. Confirm scope and review the project design, costing and programme with client and other consultants
c. Coordinate other consultants designs into building design
d. Prepare design development drawings, technical details and material specifications
e. discuss with local & statutory authorities and
agree on the building plan application and approval requirement
Duration of Design Development Phase: 2-3 weeks
04 Construction Documentation
a. Prepare documentation for building plan application with local authority
b. Co-ordinate technical documentation with the consultants and complete primary co-ordination sufficient to support building plan submission
c. Review the costing and programme with the consultants
d. Obtain the client's authority, and submit documents for approval at the local authority.
Duration of Documentation Phase: 2-3 weeks
05 Costing & Procurement
a. Prepare specifications for the works
b. Complete technical documentation sufficient for tender
c. Obtain offers for the execution of the works
d. Evaluate offers and recommend a successful tenderer for appointment
e. Prepare the contract documentation and arrange the signing of the building contract by the client and the successful tenderer
f. Complete all remaining technical and construction documentation and coordinate same with the consultants
Duration of Costing & Procurement Phase: 2-3 weeks
06 Construction Management
a. Administer the building contract
b. Give possession of the site to the contractor
c. Issue construction documentation
d. Review sub-contractor designs, shop drawings and documentation for conformity of design intent
e. Inspect the works for conformity with the contract documentation and acceptable quality in terms of industry standards
f. Administer and perform the duties and obligations assigned to the principal agent in the building contract
g. Manage the completion process of the project
h. Assist the client to obtain the required documentation necessary for the client to obtain the occupation certificate
Duration of Construction Phase: Dependent on Project Scope
07 Close-Out
Stage 07 involves the handing over of the now completed project from the contractor to the client. During this phase, we will facilitate the process by:
a. Collation of the necessary documentation to effect completion, handover and operational manual of the project.
b. Issue contract completion certificates when the contractor's obligations with respect to the building contract have been fulfilled
c. Provide as-built drawings and the relevant technical and contractual undertakings by the contractor and sub-contractors.
Duration of Close-Out Phase: 3-4 weeks
C O N T A C T
We welcome opportunities to collaborate. Get in touch to discuss your project.