The Design Development Agreement

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  • In this step, you develop greater specificity based on schematic design.  Decorative  details are drawn, storage details are produced.  Bathroom and kitchen details and specifications are determined. 
  • Material specifications are determined based on client request and budget parameters.  A specifications folder (electronic and/or hardcopy) is prepared.
  • Detailed drawings of special design area (moldings, bookcases, fireplaces, etc.) are completed.
  • A more detailed budget is prepared.  This budget should show the cost of customer specification requests and alternatives to assist the client to stay within budget constraints.