Total concept design for professionals

Our design approach for a corporate project consists of six phases. Each design phase includes presentations and revision rounds. The following descriptions give an insight into our way of working and our services per phase.

In this initial phase, we investigate the possibilities based on the client’s wishes for the project. Depending on the assignment a team of designers with different specialisms is appointed to each project accordingly. Depending on the project, a site visit is scheduled to view the current situation or construction site.

In the concept design phase, we establish a creative direction and general mood for a project by means of a design vision and concept design based on the project brief received. The concept design includes space planning, artist impressions and a conceptual selection of materials.

In the schematic design phase, we take the first step into translating the concept design into a more elaborated design plan and accompanying documents. We consider exterior and interior as inseparable. Preliminary floor plans and key elevations are made in this phase.

In the design development phase, the design is developed into a comprehensive package of final design documents. These documents are comprised of floor plans, elevations of all areas, FF&E and Operating Supplies and Equipment specifications, finishes specifications, material references and samples, line drawings, catalogue cut sheets and images as well as the final design for fixed furniture and joinery works.

The construction and tender phase focuses on review and approval on construction drawings and tender documents, as well as FF&E packages. This allows us to facilitate budget management, aid in value engineering and check for compliance with the design intent. Also, we monitor construction drawings generated by third parties.

During execution, construction drawings will be reviewed and site inspections will be undertaken to ensure compliance of the contractor’s work with the drawings, specifications and design intent. The punch list will note the items of furniture and finishes requiring correction or completion. In this phase, our team can provide on-site styling, to complete the Studio Piet Boon experience with accessories and art to harmonize with our characteristic signature.