When planning an addition, renovation, custom home or commercial project, it is important to understand the difference between developing a design and simply producing drawings.
A drafting service generally focuses on producing drawings from an established concept, sketch or direction. The exact scope varies by provider.
ATECT Architecture is an architectural design firm with architects and design professionals who can support projects from early planning through architectural documentation.
If your design is already developed and you primarily need someone to produce drawings, drafting may be appropriate. If you need help determining what should be designed, how spaces should function, how an addition connects to an existing building, or how the project should be developed into coordinated documents, an architectural design firm may provide a broader scope.
Develop architectural concepts and solutions around the project's goals, property and intended use.
Consider existing conditions, project requirements, site considerations and potential design approaches.
Develop architectural drawings and construction documents that communicate the proposed work.
Use 3-D architectural renderings and related visual tools to help clients understand the proposed design.
Support the organization and development of project information as the design moves toward the next phase.
Provide architectural design and documentation support tailored to the scope of the individual project.
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