Thumbnail sketch

The best projects from the most successful architecture firms in Malaysia start with a simple idea. Several top designers begin with a quick thumbnail sketch. It is also called to as a back-of-the-napkin sketch, a tool that helps define the entire design intent and direction. This can evoke what materials are utilized, where the natural light comes from, and the quality of the space desired by clients.

Schematic design

During this phase, design experts use floor plan studies alongside thumbnail sketches in order to test the ideas, and ensure that the rooms relate to each other. The architect can communicate to the client just how specific the design direction can solve the issue at hand.

Design development

The design development stage is an important step that impacts the final set of drawings. In this stage, the design team develops the design. This is where we pin down details, materials, dimensions and more. Then, the built-in pieces, as well as other custom dreams, are defined. The goal? The main goal here is to choose the best details to make the home unique and special.

Construction drawings

Blueprints are the most extensive drawings a design professional prepares. At present, however, it is more commonly called construction drawings. These drawings are results of the design decisions made. Afterwards, it’s time to communicate the details to material suppliers, home builders, lenders and building officials.

Permit set

Several construction drawings are composed of floor plans and some elevations. This is called a permit set of construction drawings. It is good enough to start home construction, but it doesn’t have all the details needed to complete architecture project.