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Planning your project

Connect design decisions to the construction budget

Start with the outcome you need from the space, not just a list of finishes. For a commercial project, share how the business will operate, the proposed occupancy, equipment needs and any lease deadline. For a home addition, describe the rooms, circulation and everyday problems the design should solve. Existing drawings, a survey and site photographs help the team identify what needs further investigation.

Dones Construction provides design-build coordination. Architectural and engineering work that requires professional licensure must be assigned to appropriately licensed design professionals. The agreement should identify who contracts for design, which documents are included and how revisions are approved. Early contractor involvement does not remove the need for design review or permits.

A practical sequence is to review feasibility, develop the scope, coordinate design and pricing, confirm approvals and then schedule construction. Budget reviews should distinguish selected materials from allowances and identify unresolved site conditions. A design change can affect structural work, utilities, procurement and the finish schedule, so those decisions should be considered together.

Before authorizing the next phase, confirm the deliverables, fees and responsibilities for that phase. Send the property address, available plans, target investment and desired completion date so we can discuss whether this coordinated approach fits your project.

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