Concept Support Services
Design Assist for Contractors
Design Assist for Contractors involves a partnership with contractors to ensure the feasibility and buildability of designs. This collaborative process throughout the project timeline allows for exchanging ideas and expertise, with a focus on practicality, economics, and constructability. By involving contractors early in the design process, the design team proactively anticipates potential budget and construction challenges and integrates structural solutions that work.
Request For Proposal/Concept Charette Design Development
Our approach to Request For Proposal/Concept Charette Design Development lays the foundation for excellence from the project’s inception. It includes developing Project Standards and Criteria and evaluating respondents to ensure alignment with the project goals. We focus on creating a comprehensive design framework that guides every project stage, providing clarity and consistency in execution.
Value Engineering Design
Early Design Packages
Early Design Packages are designed for expedited project delivery, offering comprehensive foundation and structural-only packages or alternates for change control. These packages allow for faster construction starts and more efficient project timelines. By providing detailed and precise early-stage designs, we help streamline the construction process and reduce the likelihood of delays or significant structural changes during the later stages of construction.
CONCEPT SUPPORT SERVICES FAQs
What is concept design?
Concept design is the initial phase of a project’s development process, during which the broad outlines, ideas, and aspects are established. It’s where ZFI Engineering helps shape the vision into a tangible strategy, laying down the core ideas that will drive the project forward. This phase often includes preliminary sketches, essential layout work, and exploring key themes and functionalities that the final design will address.
What is an example of a concept in design?
An example of a design concept could be creating a multi-use community center that’s adaptable, sustainable, and accessible to all age groups. The idea would include innovative structural elements that allow for flexible spaces, energy-efficient materials, and a layout that promotes community interaction. It would embody the overarching themes of inclusivity and environmental responsibility.