PRE-DESIGN SERVICES

Pre-Design Services

  • The Pre-Design Services encompass a wide range of architectural services focusing on initial problem identification and conceptualization of architectural solutions.

  • Key components of Pre-Design Services include:

    • Consultation

    • Pre-feasibility Studies

    • Feasibility Studies

    • Site Selection and Analysis

    • Site Utilization and Land-Use Studies

    • Architectural Research

    • Architectural Programming

    • Space Planning

    • Space Management Studies

    • Value Management

    • Design Brief Preparation

    • Promotional Services

2.1 Consultation

  • Engaging with a Client for advice and direction, which includes:

    • Oral or written recommendations.

    • Attendance at conferences.

    • Evaluations of potential projects.

  • Provides valuable input for the Client's decision-making process regardless of whether the project proceeds.

2.2 Pre-Feasibility Studies

  • These are preliminary studies involving collection and analysis of secondary information to assist Clients in early decision-making.

  • These studies represent the Architect's initial assessment of project soundness, enabling Clients to identify suitable options quickly.

  • Secondary data sources include electronic publications and print materials.

2.3 Feasibility Studies

  • In-depth analysis based on pre-feasibility studies evaluating project viability in present and future contexts.

  • Essential for forecasting project performance over time, requiring primary data collection and analysis.

2.4 Site Selection and Analysis

  • Entails creating site criteria and assisting Clients in evaluating and analyzing potential sites for projects.

2.5 Site Utilization and Land-Use Studies

  • Involve detailed assessments aimed at determining a site's development potential through effective land use analysis.

2.6 Architectural Research

  • The systematic conduct of primary and secondary research to compile facts that inform project conclusions.

2.7 Architectural Programming

  • This analytical process defines both horizontal and vertical requirements for effective project solutions.

  • Integrates a space program outlining characteristics of envisioned spaces, such as ambiance and cost considerations.

2.8 Space Planning

  • The Architect's role in determining adequate space size, configuration, and interface for intended activities.

  • Conducted through primary data gathering methods, including:

    • Interviews

    • Consultations

    • Focus group discussions (FGDs)

    • Space planning surveys and audits

  • Subsequent analyses involve creating spatial layouts, especially for multi-storey buildings.

2.9 Space Management Studies

  • Analyzes project space requirements based on organizational structure and functional setups to highlight interrelationships of spaces.

  • The space program is foundational for developing the architectural plan/design.

2.10 Value Management

  • Implements a cost management technique aimed at minimizing the downsides of cost-reduction strategies.

  • Focuses on delivering an efficient program at minimal costs while satisfying performance criteria comparable to more expensive alternatives.

2.11 Design Brief Preparation

  • This process captures the project’s terms of reference (ToR), including concepts, objectives, and requisite criteria for soliciting architectural service bids.

2.12 Promotional Services

  • Involves activities to promote projects for financial support and public acceptance, acting as an agent of the Owner.

  • Essential for generating support from governing entities or the public while retaining professional integrity as the Owner's representative.