Understanding the Architectural Design Process

Explore the architectural design process. The course demystifies each of the major design phases, as well as key regulation factors, contracts, and project delivery methods.

Introduction

• Architectural design process

1. The Architect

• The role of an architect

2. Design Phases

• Design phases overview
• Planning and predesign
• Project examples: Planning and predesign
• Schematic design (SD)
• Design development (DD)
• Construction documents (CD)
• Project examples: SD, DD, and CDs
• Bidding and negotiation
• Construction administration (CA)
• Post-occupancy evaluations

3. Professional Practice: Framework Behind Architectural Process

• Regulation
• Contracts
• Project delivery methods

Conclusion

• Continue your architecture learning