Term
| what is the programming phase |
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Definition
| the information gathering portion of an interior design project |
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| what is done during the programming phase |
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Definition
-client expectations
-functional needs
-aesthetics
-factors concerning the interior
- client interviews |
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| what is done during client interviews in the programming phase |
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Definition
-determine the client's goals and obj's
-visits to job site
-floor plans are obtained in order to understand any physical limitations
-inventory and analysis of existing FF&E to help determine later product specification
-also, employee interviews may be conducted |
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Term
| what is the schematic design phase |
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Definition
| this phase involves the execution of preliminary design decisions through the development of written design concepts, bubble diagrams, prelim floor plans, design sketches, as well as initial selections of materials & FF&E |
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Term
| what does the designer need during the schematic phase from the client before moving on? |
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Definition
| the designer needs client sign off - this provides the designer with assurance of proper reimbursement for any changes that the client makes while the designer is preparing finalized drawings and documents |
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Term
| what is the design development phase |
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Definition
| this phase of a project involves preparation of all final furniture plans; presentation graphics, sample boards and specs for all FF&E. depending on the contract, prelim construction specs may be prepared. |
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Term
| during what phase is a more complete project budget prepared? |
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Definition
| the design development phase |
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Term
| during the design development phase what other items may the client also receive? |
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Definition
| actual pricing and equipment lists for FF&E or an estimate w/broader specs pending formal bidding |
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Term
| at what point is the final presentation made |
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| during the design development phase |
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| what happens at the end of the design development phase |
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Definition
| written client approvals have been obtained of all drawings and specs before moving the project on to the contract documents stage |
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Term
| what does the contract documents phase involve |
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Definition
| the final preparation of all construction/wking drawings (CD's), schedules, specs, that are required to build and install the design project |
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Term
| what kind of drawings are included in the contract doc phase |
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Definition
| technical construction drawings |
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Term
| what other specifications might be prepared along with the construction specs during the contract doc phase and why |
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Definition
| projects that will be procured thru the competitive bid process, detailed specs concerning FF&E |
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Term
| what is the contract administration phase |
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Definition
| the portion of the project that involves the competitive bid process or the placing of orders for all the furniture and equipment as well as the actual construction and installation work. |
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Term
| what project mgmt does the ID do during the CA phase? |
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Definition
finalizing of bid docs and assisting or supervising the bid process w/regard to all the work that is the responsibility of the ID.
ID might also involve the supervision of construction or installation of FF&E |
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Term
| what is included in the postinstallation or postoccupancy activities and which phase does this take place in? |
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Definition
CA phase
site inspections/walk thru - where the designer w/the client determines if there are any omissions or damages |
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Term
| what is a punch list and when is it done |
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Definition
| a punch list is a form used during the site inspection/walk thru done during the postinstallation/postoccupancy |
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Term
| when is payment given to the ID for the CA phase |
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Definition
| after all items on the punchlist are completed |
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Term
| what is a transmittal letter |
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Definition
| form letter used to send information to the client, consulting architects and/or engineers, subs, leasing agents, manufacturers, or anyone who is involved with the project |
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