Though no commercial build is ever the exact same, the general flow of a luxury build out, whether a tenant improvement project or an altogether brand new build from the ground up can be mapped out by a basic outline. Each step is incredibly important to the success of a build and in this article we will offer a basic overview.
1. Design
This is the brainstorming phase. Assigning needs and wants for your build, design feasibility, and preliminary estimates are all discussed. The goal here is to slowly refine a potential design with your architect/designer in an effort to reach a point where all parties are satisfied.
Once concepts are finalized, schematic designs are created. This allows the designer to come up with pricing and building sets, taking note of budget realignments needed in the face of possible alterations.
2. Permitting/Approvals
At this point, behind the wall functions (i.e electrical, plumbing etc.) are added to your designs and are submitted to local authorities for approval. It is very important that you discuss with your contractor and architect each permit needed to begin building.
This may be the most important step of your project. The procurement of specialty, zoning permits, planning of check reviews, and the issuance of permits will make or break your project. If all goes well, this phase should end with the procurement of all permits and insurances needed to start building.
3. Pre-Construction
Before a build can begin, a contractor must be selected through a bidding and negotiation process. Once selected, the schedule, final budget, and site preparation occurs, allowing the vision to be put into action. Select a contractor with proven expertise, experience, and where with all to complete a luxury project.
4. Construction
This is where your build begins to take form. From foundations, to electrical and plumbing, drywall, specialty features and the like, this is where the build comes into form. Depending on the complexity of your design, unforeseen delays and timeline allocations may be necessary due to specialty material procurement/storage, engineering, and finishes.
Throughout the build process, walkthroughs and inspections will occur to ensure the build is up to the client’s liking and worked on in a safe and timely manner. Once the build is wrapped up, we get to the final phase.
5. Final Inspection & Handover
A final inspection ensures that the build is completely safe and up to code. Once complete, the build is closed out, with final paperwork and contracts being signed off before the build is handed over to the client. The client and contractor will discuss maintenance and upkeep practices and once all processes are complete, the build is officially done!
From Vision To Reality
Though the timeline for a commercial build is framed by a fairly universal outline, the specialty nature of a high end build will require tried and true expertise from all parties involved. Specialty permits, creative work arounds, and complex integrations are what makes a high end build so special and may extend or intensify certain phases of a build. But the work and time it takes to build such a space ensures that it will not only last but perform at a level that exceeds your expectations.
With MODAA, our years of high end commercial experience proves that we not only provide but foster an exceptional build process. With an understanding of the detailed nuances of building for luxury brands, MODAA is where your vision will find its build.
