WHAT WE OFFER
Kaster Architects provides services for a diversity of project types, sizes, and scopes. Each proposal for services is tailored to the Client’s specific needs.
ARCHITECTURE
Preliminary Phase
- Initial Design including plans and elevation views with material selection for Client review
- Work with City Planning Departments to secure approvals
Construction Document Phase
- Perform code research and work with jurisdiction agencies to acquire building permits
- Produce refined plans, elevations, sections & details
- Partner and coordinate with engineering disciplines to refine construction documents
Bidding Phase
- Prepare and release Bid Documents and respond to bidder questions
- Compile bids for Client review
- Coordinate between Client and Contractor for value engineering items
Construction Administration Phase
- Construction observation and answer Contractor questions from the field
DESIGN/BUILD PARTNERING
- Partnering with Contractors to provide positive integration between design and construction to produce best solutions for our Clients, integrating process benefits
- Include analysis during design process to gain an understanding of construction cost
- Streamlined communication and other project processes resulting in greater efficiency
SITE PLANNING
- Layout site to maximize uses as directed by the Client
- Partner and coodrdinate with Civil Engineers and Landscape Architects
- Work with local Planning Departments to meet requirements and receive approvals
BUILDING & LEASE SERVICES
- Field investigation of existing buildings
- Verify lease areas and calculations
- Production of lease documents and plans for Client use
- Accessibility reviews for existing facilities