iBDM

GOAL: SELECT FINISHES & FIXTURES AND PREPARE TECHNICAL DOCS. REQUIRED FOR CONSTRUCTION AND OBTAINING GOVERNMENT AGENCY APPROVALS.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR BIDDING

The construction documents phase (blue prints) involves adding a level of detail and technical information to the design documents so a contractor has a set of instructions to build the project as designed. It also includes selecting and finalizing interior finishes, plumbing fixtures, appliances and decorative light fixtures. This phase is when the architect and consultants work through the technical aspects of the project.

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DOCUMENTS

At the end of the phase the documents from the schematic design and design development phases should be updated in full detail. Additional documents will also be created and can vary depending on the scope of the project. A completed construction document set is highly technical and extensive and may include:

1. Site Plan: A drawing depicting the buildings location on the site.

2. Floor Plans: Drawings of each floor showing the size and locations of the various rooms /functions.

3. Key Elevations: Drawings of appropriate building sides to convey conceptual design direction for the project.

4. Key Details: Large scale drawings of specific elements within the project

5. Key Sections: Building cut through drawings depicting the heights and relationships of the various floors and roof.

6. Outline Specification: Written description of the project’s major systems and materials

7. Key Interior Elevations: Drawings depicting the relationship and material choices of the project’s interior rooms.

8. Reflected Ceiling Plans: Drawings of the ceiling depicting locations of lighting, equipment,& level changes.

9. Interior Schedules: A list of the type and location of interior finishes.

10. Consultants’ Drawings: May include structural, civil, and mechanical drawings.