Definitions
Who does that?
Name that phase
Abbreviations
100

A 2D representation of a building's or landscape's layout

Plan

100

Designs solutions for interior environments

Interior Designer

100

Drawing Set, Specifications, Detailing, Project Coordination

Construction Documentation

100

MEP

Mechanical, Electrical + Plumbing

200

A professional who is hired by the owner or General Contractor to complete a portion of the project

Sub Contractor

200

Performs calculations to ensure structure does not fail under expected loads

Structural Engineer

200

Submittals, Bulletins + Change Orders, Punchlisting

Construction Administration

200

HVAC

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning

300

Combination of Architecture, Planning, and Landscape

Urban Design

300

Designs parks, streetscapes, trails + plazas

Landscape Architect

300

Program, Budget, Site Analysis, Design Expectations

Schematic Design

300

BIM

Building Information Modeling

400

The agreed upon deliverables

Project Scope

400

Designs and oversees construction of new and existing buildings

Architect
400

Plan refinement, Renderings, Material Selection

Design Development

400
ADA

Americans with Disability Act

500

Aims to minimize negative impacts and promote the health + comfort of occupants

Generous Design (Sustainable Design)

500

Designs the framework for land-use and policies for the built environment

Urban Planner

500
Sketching, ideation, modeling + 3D tools

Preliminary Design (Concept Design)

500

LEED

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design