Interior design
What is Move in and post occupancy
Phase 6 of the interior design process. Designers set a move in date and schedule furniture and equipment delivery. Designer needs to assess the client's satisfaction.
What is Design development
Phase 3 of the interior design process. The refinement of designs and decisions the designer and client made. Phase of critical analysis, problem solving and creativity. Phase includes floor plan revisions, evaluation of systems details, refinement of material and furnishings, development of interior architectural detailing, refinement of budget, and client sign-offs.
What is Schematic design
Phase 2 of the interior design process. A brainstorming or “what-if” phase that is creative and innovative. The designer explores and generalizes multiple ideas and multiple design solutions based on the client program. Designer uses schematics- quick drawings to help envision floor plants, spaces, and more. Includes concept development, preliminary space planning, drawings, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and budget projection. By the end of this phase the designer will have explored multiple design solutions and will provide the client with enough information to be able to select a proposed solution.
What is Client program
A document that outlines the client project functions. specific need requirements in each space, issues and current status. Becomes a checklist-type document that helps the designer understand the client's situation and needs, and ensures inclusion of every requirement in the final design solution
What is Programming
Phase 1 of the interior design process. The designer clearly identifies the clients design problem, current situation and future needs. Involves fact-finding, client interviews, on site analysis of the project and creation of the client program. By the end the designer should fully understand the needs of the project in detail and the client should verify accuracy before the designer proceeds to the next phase.
What is Pre-design
Takes place before the interior design process begins. Designer interviews the client and asks questions to understand the client's needs. If the designers skills match and the client agrees a contract is signed so the interior design process can begin.
What is the interior design process
A method that interior designers use for organizing their work, guiding their actions, and finalizing their decisions when working with members and clients. Although the phases of the process are linear, it is not unusual for a designer to revisit them several times as a client changes his or her mind or a design is further refined.
What is Contract administration
Phase 5 of the interior design process. The design comes to life. Designer schedules and monitors construction work and costs.
What is Contract documents
Phase 4 of the interior design process. Involves preparing formal documents for the construction and installation of design. These documents are the legally binding document. Continues with refinement of budget, development of working drawings, specification book, bidding with contractor, and client approvals.