Architectural
Services
The following is a typical list of services Anthony Stella Architects provide. Depending on the type and complexity of your project some or all of the listed services may be required. We are very flexible regarding the services provided and will tailor a package to suit your needs once some initial research has been done to determine the design parameters and regulatory processes which must be satisfied and the scope of work required.
Initial Pre-design Consultation:
To understand your requirements
and provide professional advice on how to maximise the potential of your site or building or the qualities needed if looking to purchase a site.
Site Investigation & Research:
It is imperative that we know as much about the site and its surroundings as possible. This includes any existing buildings, soil tests, land surveys, title searches, services research and previous building permit searches of Council archives. The degree of investigation required is usually in proportion to the size of the structure envisaged.
Feasibility Study:
Once a vacant site or existing building is found we can determine its viability to accommodate your physical and budget requirements.
Architectural Design:
Once the above parameters are known the Architectural design process can begin. Sketch plans and elevations are developed and reviewed until your requirements are satisfied within the confines of the various regulatory constraints that vary for each project.
Town Planning Applications:
Preparation of written reports and submissions for Council Planning Permit Applications with 2 dimensional architectural presentation drawings and preparation of 3 dimensional computer models and renderings depending on the complexity and size of the development. Ongoing consultation with Council Planing Departments. Typically single dwellings, alterations and additions to single dwellings do not require Council Planning Permits. They do, however require a Building Permit.
Coordinate Consultants:
Most projects require the input of Secondary consultants such as Geotechnical Engineers, Energy Rating Consultants, Structural & Civil Engineers, Land Surveyors, Landscape Designers and sometimes Mechanical & Electrical Engineers.We will advise on
Consultant requirements and coordinate their work with ours.
We have a range of external Consultants we use and are also happy to work with a Consultant of your choice.
Contract & Building Permit Documentation: Develop sketch plans into working drawings which will enable the project to be built.
Tendering: Obtain quotations from a number of Builders and negotiate
a formal building contract.
Contract Administration:
Administer the building contract
and provide site visits, Payment schedules , certifications, defects lists, variation tracking and the issuing of final certificates.
