The basic elements of any custom woodworking project begin with design ideas, whether you bring drawings from an architect or designer, pictures from a magazine, or sketches on a napkin, we have to get an idea of what you are looking for in your custom wood project.
2. BUDGET
From the design stage, we
begin to discuss budget. Generally we are
able to offer an estimate based on your initial architect/designer drawings
and our first meeting. We can then determine how we will proceed with
your project. It is usually helpful to come to the first meeting with
a budget in mind. We can tailor our design efforts and our material
and option suggestions to stay within your budget.
3. CREATIVE
Once we have established
a budget and have an idea on design, we can begin the creative process of
submittal drawings. This is the stage where
we flesh out our ideas into what are referred to as submittal drawings. These
submittal drawings can be as simple as two dimensional line drawings showing
plans and elevations, or as complicated as full color three dimensional renderings.
The submittal set also includes finish samples of the final product to ensure
the color, grain and tone of the work is exactly what you desire. Some
complicated projects also require prototypes and mock-ups of the finished
product.
4. CONSTRUCTION
After the submittals are approved, we schedule the production
and manufacturing of your project. The schedule will depend on your construction
schedule (if applicable), material availability, shop production schedule
and your desired installation date. On the scheduled installation date we
deliver the product and our own team of dedicated installation specialists
begins the process of carefully installing the millwork created especially
for you.
5. APPROVAL
Upon completion, a careful walk-through of the spaces is required
to ensure all requirements were met, all the items were installed correctly
and in completion and all doors, drawers and miscellaneous hardware are functioning
properly.
