PROJECT STAGES
"It's not hard to make a space that looks good by itself. The trick is to craft a room that's even more attractive when it's occupied. That's when it becomes magical." Interior Designer, Kerry Joyce
The first stage concerns our comprehension of our clients’ needs and requirements in regards to their space. A client’s images and personal experiences, even photos from magazines or friends' houses, often contribute to a better completion of the desired outcome of the project, which we are asked to compose. Avoiding leaning towards the framework of a simple processing of planning permission, we try through a creative and pleasant process of exchanging opinions to develop the situation, proposing to the client solutions for the composition that he himself probably had not considered in the first place. At the same time, our first contact with the space takes place through floorplans and surveys made on our part, as well as photographic material.
After the collection of the necessary data, the design process of each space begins successively, with alternative solutions while focusing on the correct organization and serving the needs of the customer-user, who will subsequently inhabit the space. More specifically, the design is carried out by a digital program, ArchiCAD, which is then supported by a variety of other assisting design programs that compose the final presentation and contribute to a more complete understanding of the project by the customer.
Upon completion of the design, the customer receives a complete file regarding the list of construction work to be conducted for the project under discussion, which includes two-dimensional and three-dimensional planning of plasterboard or non-plasterboard constructions (partitions, false ceilings), wall coverings & general material selection, lighting plan, as well as color proposals for ceilings and walls which will guide the selected team of builders and decorating throughout the tasks they will be asked to undertake. At the same time, it is possible to provide an air conditioning/heating/ventilation plan, as well as additional systems, sound, security and automation. Necessary importance is also given to the planning, correct placement and arrangement of the types of equipment that each case requires, especially in regards to places in the health and wellness sector.
The completion of a project is carried out either by experienced teams of technicians or companies carefully sourced and recommended by us, organizing and monitoring each project in all its stages, from the potential initial demolition stage to the delivery of the project, always in accordance with the guidelines initially agreed and designated between the client and our office.
Every client’s main concern and basic enquiry is the final cost of a project. The cost of each project is proportional to the work required to be carried out for the job to be completed and prices are determined after consulting the client, always in accordance with the requirements presented. Therefore, the calculation of the cost of a renovation or remodeling of a space is not random, since each case we plan is unique, with its own qualitative and quantitative characteristics.
For an initial estimation of the cost of the planning-supervision on our part, we visit your home or business premises and discuss your first thoughts, as well as your needs of the space. Next, we take note of the features and functions that you wish to be considered during the designing process. Having collected the data, we make sure that you soon receive a complete quote, as well as a schedule of works. Our initial consultation is free, while the transfer of the data by ourselves to the technicians and builders/technical company that will be invited to undertake the construction, assists in drawing up an overall quote on the implementation of the project on their part, giving you a more rounded view from the early stages.
For the client’s convenience in budget and time-keeping, each project progresses within specific time frames and according to the budget that is initially set; always based on the requirements and functional needs that have been reiterated.
Interior Design
Product Design
Decoration & Styling
ΙΝΤΕRIOR DESIGN
Interior Design is a creative process that uses artistic means, but has mainly utilitarian value as variables such as a project’s budget, size, building features and future use of the space, combined with the client’s needs and growing demands, define some specific frameworks within which the finalized scheme and its subsequent implementation must move, always seeking continuous development through new technologies and new materials and upgrading our quality of life.
Evidently our goal is to create beautiful, familiar, timeless and self-sufficient spaces, comprehensive in structure and flexible in use, but also pleasant for employees, users in general, and even people passing by.
THE STAGES OF A PROJECT TYPICALLY INCLUDE:
- Drawings with dimensions to desired scale and technical details
- A variety of layout suggestions (from two to six scenarios)
- Choice of style suggestions (up to 1-2 choices)
- Floor plans after remodeling
- Schedule of works for stripping out and removing unwanted items
- Furniture layout proposal
- Floor plan and details/instructions of selected materials for installation stages
- Design of elevations and constructional details of ceilings
- Proposal for lighting & switches
- Selection and proposal of lighting items with load distribution and management points
- Layout and selection of sanitary ware
- 3D bathroom views/visuals with material calculations
- Visuals of the finished spaces with calculations of the selected materials and detailed sections of decorative elements
- Furniture manufacturing details with dimensions provided and sourcing items and materials, resulting from market research
- Research and selection of a suitable fireplace for the space under discussion, as well as a design illustration to track down the most harmonious result in the space
- 3D digital visualization through the ArchiCAD & Artlantis programs (up to 3 options for each space)
TIME FRAMEWORK OF THE PROJECT
between 4 and 8 days
Upon agreement, project supervision may also be included. Managing and controlling the construction phase will liberate you from errors and schedule deviations, while saving you time and financial loss.
Project supervision includes:
- Site visits, once a week for up to 4 hours or visits to stores formaterial and furniture options. In addition, the possibility of additional visits to the construction site is given if the customer requests it, but also depending on the supervision needs
- Addition of necessary corrections that may occur after the removal of old partitions, installation of new ones, as well as the constructional corrections of floors, masonry and ceilings
- Supervision and consulting service of component installations and final details of works
- Consulting and management service for proper processing and completion of each stage
- Collection of quotations for materials and study database works from trade stores and suppliers, as well as organization and tracking of orders
- Choosing with the customer: final materials, furniture, construction and interior decorative elements (floor and wall covering materials, tiles, bathroom items, electrical items, lighting, furniture making, works of art, fabrics, etc.)
PRODUCT DESIGN
Undertaking the study and supervision of private sector projects, the professional activity of the office deals with all types of interior spaces. The knowledge of building, architectural composition and analysis of the functions of the interior spaces, in connection with the constant updating in terms of trends, color combinations, materials and their applications, form proposals and construction solutions of a particular style for spaces, furniture and all kinds of useful objects, with high aesthetics and functionality being the main target.
STAGES:
- Planning
- 3D digital model
- Search for a suitable manufacturer per case
- Implementation – construction
DECORATION & STYLING
Our constant update of knowledge through exhibitions and relevant seminars, as well as the close contact of our office with all relevant events of our sector abroad, provide each client with a comprehensive and upgraded view in terms of the formation of the appropriate style through careful market research of reliable manufacturers and suppliers. Our experienced associates are at your disposal for any type of furniture, lighting and special metal structural features, color schemes, sanity ware, electrical & plumbing support, as well as specialized sound heating-cooling and security systems. This service mainly identifies and sources all the parameters that will compose the desired result, aiming at quality, careful budgeting and saving time.
Process: the selected style of the space is defined and through market research, we list options that will create the desired result