{"id":663,"date":"2024-03-19T15:58:32","date_gmt":"2024-03-19T02:58:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vorstermans.co.nz\/?page_id=663"},"modified":"2024-04-09T14:39:50","modified_gmt":"2024-04-09T02:39:50","slug":"process","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/vorstermans.co.nz\/process\/","title":{"rendered":"Process"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"cs-content\" class=\"cs-content\"><div class=\"x-section e663-e1 mif-0 mif-1 mif-2\"><div class=\"x-row e663-e2 mif-9 mif-a mif-b mif-e mif-f\"><div class=\"x-row-inner\"><div class=\"x-col e663-e3 mif-j mif-k mif-l mif-m mif-n\"><div class=\"x-bg\"><div class=\"x-bg-layer-lower-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vorstermans.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Hillside-House-10-of-55-min.jpg\" alt=\"vorstermans architects hillside house (NZAA winner)\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"object-fit: cover; object-position: center;\"\/><\/div><div class=\"x-bg-layer-upper-color\" aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\" background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.5);\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-div x-container max width e663-e4 mif-q mif-r mif-s mif-t mif-u mif-v mif-w mif-x mif-y\"><div class=\"x-div e663-e5 mif-q mif-r mif-u mif-v mif-w mif-x mif-z mif-10\"><div class=\"x-text x-text-headline e663-e6 mif-15 mif-16 mif-17 mif-18\"><div class=\"x-text-content\"><div class=\"x-text-content-text\"><h2 class=\"x-text-content-text-primary\">Our<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-text x-text-headline e663-e7 mif-16 mif-17 mif-19 mif-1a mif-1b\"><div class=\"x-text-content\"><div class=\"x-text-content-text\"><h2 class=\"x-text-content-text-primary\">Process<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><span class=\"x-image e663-e8 mif-1f\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vorstermans.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/vorstermans-favs-2-02.png\" width=\"242\" height=\"781\" alt=\"Image\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-section e663-e9 mif-1 mif-3 mif-4\"><div class=\"x-row x-container max width e663-e10 mif-9 mif-a mif-c mif-g\"><div class=\"x-row-inner\"><div class=\"x-col e663-e11 mif-j mif-k mif-n mif-o\"><div class=\"x-div e663-e12 mif-u mif-v mif-w mif-x mif-y mif-11\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e13 mif-1g mif-1h mif-1i mif-1j mif-1k\"><p>We are primarily a full-service architectural practice, with the ability to take you through all stages of the process from brief to completion of the build.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-div e663-e14 mif-u mif-v mif-w mif-10 mif-12\"><div class=\"x-bg\"><div class=\"x-bg-layer-lower-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vorstermans.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Hillside-House-33-of-55-min-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"vorstermans architects hillside house (NZAA winner)\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"object-fit: cover; object-position: center;\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-col e663-e15 mif-n\"><ul class=\"x-row e663-e16 mif-9 mif-d mif-h\"><div class=\"x-row-inner\"><li class=\"x-col e663-e17 mif-j mif-m mif-n mif-p\"><figure class=\"x-div e663-e18 mif-q mif-t mif-u mif-v mif-x mif-10 mif-13\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e19 mif-1i mif-1l mif-1m\">01.<\/div><\/figure><div class=\"x-div e663-e20 mif-v mif-w mif-x mif-10 mif-14 mif-6 mif-7 x-effect-exit\" data-x-effect=\"{&quot;scroll&quot;:true,&quot;offsetTop&quot;:&quot;10%&quot;,&quot;offsetBottom&quot;:&quot;15%&quot;,&quot;behaviorScroll&quot;:&quot;fire-once&quot;}\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e21 mif-1i mif-1l mif-1n\">Initial Consultation<\/div><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e22 mif-1h mif-1i mif-1j mif-1o mif-1p\">This is a no-obligation meeting for us to get to know about each other and gather information on your brief. We\u2019ll discuss your project, your budget, your programme, and what services you are looking to engage us for. This is a great opportunity for you to ask any questions about us, our services, or the design &amp; construction process. Once we have enough information from you, we\u2019ll prepare a proposal that outlines all this and forms the basis of the \u2018Agreement for Architects Services\u2019. We\u2019ll also try and give you an idea of the other professionals you\u2019ll likely need to be involved in your project, such as topographical surveyors, engineers, asbestos surveyors etc. We\u2019ll help you with engaging these other consultants as your project progresses.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-icon e663-e23 mif-1r\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><!--! Font Awesome Pro 6.4.2 by @fontawesome - https:\/\/fontawesome.com License - https:\/\/fontawesome.com\/license (Commercial License) Copyright 2023 Fonticons, Inc. --><path d=\"M32 448c-17.7 0-32 14.3-32 32s14.3 32 32 32l96 0c53 0 96-43 96-96l0-306.7 73.4 73.4c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0s12.5-32.8 0-45.3l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0l-128 128c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.8 0 45.3s32.8 12.5 45.3 0L160 109.3 160 416c0 17.7-14.3 32-32 32l-96 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/li><li class=\"x-col e663-e24 mif-j mif-m mif-n mif-p\"><figure class=\"x-div e663-e25 mif-q mif-t mif-u mif-v mif-x mif-10 mif-13\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e26 mif-1i mif-1l mif-1m\"><p>02.<\/p><\/div><\/figure><div class=\"x-div e663-e27 mif-v mif-w mif-x mif-10 mif-14 mif-6 mif-7 x-effect-exit\" data-x-effect=\"{&quot;scroll&quot;:true,&quot;offsetTop&quot;:&quot;10%&quot;,&quot;offsetBottom&quot;:&quot;15%&quot;,&quot;behaviorScroll&quot;:&quot;fire-once&quot;}\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e28 mif-1i mif-1l mif-1n\"><p>Establishment<\/p><\/div><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e29 mif-1h mif-1i mif-1j mif-1o mif-1p\">One you\u2019ve given us the go-ahead, we\u2019ll begin to gather the information we need in order to be able to produce a solution to your brief. This may include information about the site, any existing buildings, and the building regulations that apply to your project. It may also involve engaging other consultants like a topographical surveyor. If you don\u2019t already have a brief, then it may also involve us working with you to create one for your project. Sometimes this stage is carried out concurrently alongside one or more of the design stages.<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"x-col e663-e30 mif-j mif-m mif-n mif-p\"><figure class=\"x-div e663-e31 mif-q mif-t mif-u mif-v mif-x mif-10 mif-13\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e32 mif-1i mif-1l mif-1m\"><p>03.<\/p><\/div><\/figure><div class=\"x-div e663-e33 mif-v mif-w mif-x mif-10 mif-14 mif-6 mif-7 x-effect-exit\" data-x-effect=\"{&quot;scroll&quot;:true,&quot;offsetTop&quot;:&quot;10%&quot;,&quot;offsetBottom&quot;:&quot;15%&quot;,&quot;behaviorScroll&quot;:&quot;fire-once&quot;}\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e34 mif-1i mif-1l mif-1n\"><p>Concept<\/p><\/div><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e35 mif-1h mif-1i mif-1j mif-1o mif-1p\">These are the very first ideas we produce as a solution to your brief. They will focus on the big-picture solutions to the key aspects of your brief rather than the small details. The concept idea\/s will often present challenges to the brief, but also opportunities or ideas you may not have considered. This stage will also begin to look at the District Plan requirements, and we\u2019ll advise you if it is likely you\u2019ll need a Resource Consent.<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"x-col e663-e36 mif-j mif-m mif-n mif-p\"><figure class=\"x-div e663-e37 mif-q mif-t mif-u mif-v mif-x mif-10 mif-13\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e38 mif-1i mif-1l mif-1m\"><p>04.<\/p><\/div><\/figure><div class=\"x-div e663-e39 mif-v mif-w mif-x mif-10 mif-14 mif-6 mif-7 x-effect-exit\" data-x-effect=\"{&quot;scroll&quot;:true,&quot;offsetTop&quot;:&quot;10%&quot;,&quot;offsetBottom&quot;:&quot;15%&quot;,&quot;behaviorScroll&quot;:&quot;fire-once&quot;}\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e40 mif-1i mif-1l mif-1n\"><p>Preliminary Design<\/p><\/div><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e41 mif-1h mif-1i mif-1j mif-1o mif-1p\">Once we\u2019ve had a meeting with you, we\u2019ll take the chosen concept, and adjust it to reflect your feedback. It\u2019s important to get the big-picture solution to the project brief right at this stage, as big changes later on will mean more time &amp; cost. At the end of this stage the big-picture design solution will be set, and we usually recommend engaging a Quantity Surveyor to provide a cost estimate for your project. After this we may need to go through an additional project stage, called value management, if we need to adjust your budget &amp; project scope so they are more in-line with each other.<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"x-col e663-e42 mif-j mif-m mif-n mif-p\"><figure class=\"x-div e663-e43 mif-q mif-t mif-u mif-v mif-x mif-10 mif-13\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e44 mif-1i mif-1l mif-1m\"><p>05.<\/p><\/div><\/figure><div class=\"x-div e663-e45 mif-v mif-w mif-x mif-10 mif-14 mif-6 mif-7 x-effect-exit\" data-x-effect=\"{&quot;scroll&quot;:true,&quot;offsetTop&quot;:&quot;10%&quot;,&quot;offsetBottom&quot;:&quot;15%&quot;,&quot;behaviorScroll&quot;:&quot;fire-once&quot;}\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e46 mif-1i mif-1l mif-1n\"><p>Developed Design<\/p><\/div><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e47 mif-1h mif-1i mif-1j mif-1o mif-1p\">This is where we\u2019ll decide on the materials &amp; finishes and take a more in-depth look at the design of spaces such as kitchens and bathrooms. If we haven\u2019t already, we will also get any other consultants needed involved, such as a Structural Engineer. Once we\u2019ve completed this stage, all the main decisions should be made, and we aim to \u201cfreeze\u201d the design.<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"x-col e663-e48 mif-j mif-m mif-n mif-p\"><figure class=\"x-div e663-e49 mif-q mif-t mif-u mif-v mif-x mif-10 mif-13\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e50 mif-1i mif-1l mif-1m\"><p>06.<\/p><\/div><\/figure><div class=\"x-div e663-e51 mif-v mif-w mif-x mif-10 mif-14 mif-6 mif-7 x-effect-exit\" data-x-effect=\"{&quot;scroll&quot;:true,&quot;offsetTop&quot;:&quot;10%&quot;,&quot;offsetBottom&quot;:&quot;15%&quot;,&quot;behaviorScroll&quot;:&quot;fire-once&quot;}\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e52 mif-1i mif-1l mif-1n\">Detailed Documentation<\/div><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e53 mif-1h mif-1i mif-1j mif-1o mif-1p\">Once the design of the project is set, we\u2019ll start to create the technical information and documentation that will be required by both the Council and the builder. We\u2019ll also coordinate the work of any other consultants required, like a Structural Engineer. The documentation produced at the stage ensures that the majority of compliance &amp; construction information is addressed, but there will likely be additional information required during the remaining project stages to clarify and add to this.<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"x-col e663-e54 mif-j mif-m mif-n mif-p\"><figure class=\"x-div e663-e55 mif-q mif-t mif-u mif-v mif-x mif-10 mif-13\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e56 mif-1i mif-1l mif-1m\"><p>07.<\/p><\/div><\/figure><div class=\"x-div e663-e57 mif-v mif-w mif-x mif-10 mif-14 mif-6 mif-7 x-effect-exit\" data-x-effect=\"{&quot;scroll&quot;:true,&quot;offsetTop&quot;:&quot;10%&quot;,&quot;offsetBottom&quot;:&quot;15%&quot;,&quot;behaviorScroll&quot;:&quot;fire-once&quot;}\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e58 mif-1i mif-1l mif-1n\">Procurement &amp; Consent<\/div><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e59 mif-1h mif-1i mif-1j mif-1o mif-1p\">We discuss and agree on a specific procurement strategy for your project from a range of options including negotiation with a specific builder, or tender to a selected list. We\u2019ll also prepare a construction contract that sets out the terms and conditions under which the builder will be engaged. Once the tenders are received we\u2019ll evaluate their submissions, and provide you with our advice. During this stage, we will also work through the Building Consent process with the Council.<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"x-col e663-e60 mif-j mif-m mif-n mif-p\"><figure class=\"x-div e663-e61 mif-q mif-t mif-u mif-v mif-x mif-10 mif-13\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e62 mif-1i mif-1l mif-1m\"><p>08.<\/p><\/div><\/figure><div class=\"x-div e663-e63 mif-v mif-w mif-x mif-10 mif-14 mif-6 mif-7 x-effect-exit\" data-x-effect=\"{&quot;scroll&quot;:true,&quot;offsetTop&quot;:&quot;10%&quot;,&quot;offsetBottom&quot;:&quot;15%&quot;,&quot;behaviorScroll&quot;:&quot;fire-once&quot;}\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e64 mif-1i mif-1l mif-1n\">Construction<\/div><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e65 mif-1h mif-1i mif-1j mif-1o mif-1p\">This is the exciting part of the project, where you get to see your imagination come to life! In a full-service engagement, we will have two roles in this stage, firstly to administer the contract between you and the builder, and also to observe the work as it\u2019s being built. We monitor the construction costs, and make sure you understand the payments that need to be made. We also make sure the building is being constructed in accordance with the documents, and are available to answer any questions the builder, or you, may have. Once the construction is complete, we\u2019ll do a full inspection of the work, and then give you the go-ahead to move in.<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"x-col e663-e66 mif-j mif-m mif-n mif-p\"><figure class=\"x-div e663-e67 mif-q mif-t mif-u mif-v mif-x mif-10 mif-13\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e68 mif-1i mif-1l mif-1m\"><p>09.<\/p><\/div><\/figure><div class=\"x-div e663-e69 mif-v mif-w mif-x mif-10 mif-14 mif-6 mif-7 x-effect-exit\" data-x-effect=\"{&quot;scroll&quot;:true,&quot;offsetTop&quot;:&quot;10%&quot;,&quot;offsetBottom&quot;:&quot;15%&quot;,&quot;behaviorScroll&quot;:&quot;fire-once&quot;}\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e70 mif-1i mif-1l mif-1n\">Post Construction<\/div><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e71 mif-1h mif-1i mif-1j mif-1o mif-1p\">As you move in and start to enjoy your new space, we\u2019ll help to make sure any issues are sorted out. It\u2019s normal for there to be a few minor issues that arise during the settling in period, and that\u2019s why every build has a Defects Liability Period. During this time, we\u2019ll work with you and the builder to make sure that these are reviewed and sorted out in a timely manner.<\/div><\/div><\/li><\/div><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><a class=\"x-section e663-e72 mif-0 mif-1 mif-4 mif-5\" href=\"\/contact\/\"><div class=\"x-bg\"><div class=\"x-bg-layer-lower-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vorstermans.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/334543116_589714546381658_1918757439874034511_n.jpg\" alt=\"vorstermans architects - render\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"object-fit: cover; object-position: center;\"\/><\/div><div class=\"x-bg-layer-upper-color\" aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\" background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.75);\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-row x-container max width e663-e73 mif-9 mif-a mif-b mif-e mif-i\"><div class=\"x-row-inner\"><div class=\"x-col e663-e74 mif-n\"><div class=\"x-text x-text-headline e663-e75 mif-16 mif-18 mif-19 mif-1c mif-1d\"><div class=\"x-text-content\"><div class=\"x-text-content-text\"><h3 class=\"x-text-content-text-primary\">Get in Touch<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-text x-text-headline e663-e76 mif-15 mif-16 mif-1b mif-1d mif-1e\"><div class=\"x-text-content\"><div class=\"x-text-content-text\"><h2 class=\"x-text-content-text-primary\">Obligation free meeting.<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-text x-content e663-e77 mif-1h mif-1i mif-1k mif-1o mif-1q\"><p>Do you have an upcoming project? Or just have some questions? Get in touch with us below for an obligation free discussion.<\/p><\/div><span class=\"x-anchor x-anchor-button has-graphic e663-e78 mif-1s mif-7 mif-8 x-effect-exit\" tabindex=\"0\" data-x-effect=\"{&quot;scroll&quot;:true,&quot;offsetTop&quot;:&quot;2%&quot;,&quot;offsetBottom&quot;:&quot;2%&quot;,&quot;behaviorScroll&quot;:&quot;fire-once&quot;,&quot;animationEnter&quot;:&quot;fadeIn&quot;,&quot;animationExit&quot;:&quot;rollOut&quot;}\"><div class=\"x-anchor-content\"><span class=\"x-graphic\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"x-icon x-graphic-child x-graphic-icon x-graphic-primary\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><!--! 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We\u2019ll discuss your project, your budget, your programme, and what services you are looking&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":551,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"template-blank-4.php","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/vorstermans.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/663"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/vorstermans.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/vorstermans.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vorstermans.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vorstermans.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=663"}],"version-history":[{"count":16,"href":"https:\/\/vorstermans.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/663\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":858,"href":"https:\/\/vorstermans.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/663\/revisions\/858"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vorstermans.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/551"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/vorstermans.co.nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=663"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}