Architectural Design

Miller Architects & Builders will sit down with you (the client) to learn more about your building’s design and functionality needs. We will also show you our portfolios of past projects as examples of what Miller Architects & Builders can create for you.

After our initial meeting, we will visit your future facilities site and visit with your hired surveyor to make assessments pertaining to the building’s location, measurements, sustainability needs, etc. We will also gather all necessary documentation you may have, including applicable records, building code requirements, pre-permits, and more.

This step is where we conduct the initial pre-planning for your building, including ideas for various building components and sustainability options. This phase is where our architects will develop rough sketches of their visions for the building’s exterior. This includes structure design, entrances, window placements, etc.

As final decisions are made, the architects involved in the project will develop the schematic designs into permitted documents. All drawings are more refined in this step, in regard to details including measurements, materials, and methods. Window and door openings become further defined, as well. Following this step, all information from other contracted consultants, such as structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineers, will be incorporated into the model.

After all necessary permits have been collected, the construction manager will then determine when to start the construction process. Throughout this process, the architect will remain available to the construction manager and other contracted entities for two reasons. One: to provide insight and ensure they are following schematic designs. Two: if any engineered systems do not line up perfectly with the designs, the architect will need to be able to make adjustments to the design in BIM software.