Each architectural project, whether a new building, a new space or a modernization program, begins with listening to the client's goals and objectives for the project. We conduct interviews to understand short and long term requirements, operational processes and work flow, the way in which they view themselves and how they'd like their customers, employees, guests, and business partners to view them. We sit with the building owner to learn what their expectations are for short and long term investment returns.

Then we develop an initial plan that responds to everything we've heard. It forms the basis for further discussion, refinement, and the next plan iteration. Once the client feels that the plan is addressing his needs, we move on to more detailed planning, complemented by a space or building design. At each step, we check to make sure we are responding to the client, we cross-check against the project budget and verify the schedule.

One thing that distinguishes our architecture from others is that each space is drawn to address the current needs as well as the potential for future expansion, contraction, or change. Our spaces are flexible because of this foresight and economical. Our processes are tried and true. We believe in creating the simplest, most straight-forward design and construction documents possible. We have standardized many of our design details because we know what works. Our drawings receive high praise from both the city officials who must approve them and the contractors who are asked to build them. We answer every question in an economy of space so there is no confusion, no problem in meeting the schedule and no problem in delivering on budget.

We build on our experience: our 35 years of architecture, development and management bring an unparalleled capacity to utilize best practices.

Simons & Woodard Architectural Services can include:

• Strategic Planning
• Conceptual Building and Site Designs
• Designs for Entitlements and Approvals
• Working Drawings
• Permits
• Project Schedules
• Value Engineering
• Receive and Analyze Construction Proposals and Negotiate Contracts
• Coordinate with Property Management to include best practices and facilitate easy building commissioning
• Monitor Completion, Field Inspections, Punch Lists
• Approve Monthly Requests for Payment
• Close Out and Warranty Item Monitoring