At Urban Design Specialists, we are driven by the imperative role that architecture plays in enriching the human experience. We strive to create unique environments that positively impact the world by implementing sustainable technologies and efficient construction methods. With an interactive design process, we begin by gaining a holistic view of our client’s vision, and apply our expertise to bring the project to life. Our analytical design process involves the application of original design solutions with both traditional and unconventional construction techniques. Throughout the development, we keep our clients informed and comply with their budget to ensure satisfaction as we move the project to completion.
UDS provides a comprehensive host of services to our clients, from consulting and conceptual design, to building permits and construction administration. We have worked on projects that range in scale and typology, from custom homes and multi-family to mixed-use developments and commercial buildings. We apply a unique perspective in order to achieve an innovative and timeless design. At UDS, no job is too small or too big.
We begin our process by analyzing the property and formulating a complete research report. This includes collecting all building records, reviewing the local zoning codes and related ordinances, and then providing the client with a report of what can be built on the particular lot.
This phase consists of the initial design process. We explore potential design schemes for your project by providing concept sketches and images of previous designs we have completed as precedents. As soon as we gain an understanding of the client’s aesthetics preferences, and budget, we can offer design solutions and begin refining the design.
We begin this next phase once the design scheme is approved and refined into a final design. This phase includes the process of creating all of the construction documents needed in order to apply for a building permit from the city. The construction documents consist of all consultant information including structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing along with all architectural documents; the site plan, floor plans, elevations, sections, and all finishes and schedules.
This last phase is a highly complex process, which is why we offer a well administered construction contract to our clients. In this phase, our services include on-site observations of the construction progress and quality, and communication between owners, builders, and the design team to ensure the completion of our design.
With Urban Design Specialists, the soul of your home is brought out by emphasizing your own authentic personality. UDS's focus is to understand our clients’ needs, to speak their language, and to provide the best solutions for both functionality and beauty. Creating amazing environments for our clients is what UDS does best, you will experience a better quality of life as your dreams for your living spaces become reality.