MLL Atelier
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Schematic design is the first stage of an architectural design project, and within this phase there are important milestones to get right that will greatly leverage the project’s results throughout the rest of its impending design phases. PROGRAMMING AND SCHEMATIC DESIGN. INTRODUCTION: THE DEFINITION.
Life of an Architect
NOVEMBER 19, 2014
So what exactly is schematic design ? In short order, schematic design is the initial design phase in any project. The first time I get to put pen (or pencil) to paper is during the schematic design process. testing the fit between the owner’s needs, wants, and budget.
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Life of an Architect
JULY 2, 2014
This phase of the work is widely referred to as “Schematic Design” Although some people also have an earlier phase called “Programming”, I tend to consider that as part of the schematic design phase as well, rather than separate it out into its own special section. It was way better.
Matt Fajkus Architecture
AUGUST 16, 2021
When working with an architect to design a custom home, the second phase of the design process is called Schematic Design. This is when the building starts to take shape through a series of design exercises that test out the goals and requirements established during the pre-design programming phase.
Life of an Architect
JULY 6, 2014
As I was sitting there with the clients going through the process, I mentioned that we were “diagramming” the house and that it was great that the clients felt comfortable enough to take the pen and sketch out their own ideas as we were talking through the creative process. Your house will not look like this.”
Life of an Architect
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
I wrote a post years ago titled “ Schematic Design – This Isn’t Architecture ” and while I think you should go read it (because it’s amazing) I will save some of you the time and summarise. As I was drawing, I kept saying “This isn’t architecture … this is a diagram.
Matt Fajkus Architecture
JANUARY 29, 2021
It will also be a time to allow constraints, such as budget and market standards, to feedback on the Owner’s wishlist before design begins. This circulation diagram of our Hipped House shows distinct flows for social activities and the family’s private life, as well as their relationship with the hilly site on Lake Austin.
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