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Why Hire an Architect?

We believe that the best home is designed and built by a well-established team of specialists - starting with and led by the client and architect. This collaboration process is core to the success of the owner's vision becoming an incredibly satisfying final product.

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Our teams of professionals specialize in custom, high-end residential design projects and full-service engagements. Shaw Design Associates orchestrates the work of local professionals. We directly engage the services of specialized consultants, interior designers and structural engineers.

PRE-CONTRACT PHASE

  • Interview with Client and Builder

  • Contract Package

  • Client Questionnaire

PHASE ONE

PRELIMINARY DESIGN

(PD)

  • Project Schedule

  • Preliminary Drawings

  • Meet with Client & Builder before Budget Finalized

  • Complete Schematic Design & Development

  • Builder Prepares Preliminary Estimate

  • Team Meetings to Finalize Design

PHASE TWO

CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS

(CD)

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  • Construction Document Preparation

  • Final Pricing & Construction Contract

  • Construction Begins

PHASE THREE

CONSTRUCTION 

ADMINISTRATION

(CA)

  • Team Meetings periodically with Client, Architect, and Builder

  • End Construction

  • Communicating and protecting design intent

GET IN TOUCH:

180 Providence Road, Suite 8

Chapel Hill, NC 27514

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919.493.0528

info@shawdesign.us

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