We have yet to commence the Charette process, as we have not solidified the project team in its entirety. That being said, we know what components we wish to invite on the team, it is just finding a comfortable fitting that suits our particular project.
Coming into last week, we had identified area professionals in the engineering fields that we felt comfortable with, but they were not all with the same firm. Could this propose a problem with communication, ego’s, and set timeline as the custom build rolled out? Would continuing our search for an all-in-one engineering firm be the better path for us, as the various departments (structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.) could easily communicate with one another as they are just down the hall from each other rather than across the city / state? This is a question we are determined to feel out prior to committing to a course of action. Next week, the 24th, Don Briggs and I will travel north to Missoula (~40 miles) to meet with one such engineering firm experienced in residential builds, while employing a number of LEED Accredited Professionals. The meeting will give us a better feel for the path we are to take, while having the opportunity to gage their mindset on luxury builds and sustainable design concepts.
On another note, I am communicating with a few LEED Providers to determine which outfit I would hire to oversee the registration and eventual certification of our future LEED Home. It has certainly been an education to date, and anyone interested in pursuing the same is advised to start researching this working relationship at this time… not months into the design process, or heaven forbid construction phase.
In closing, we modified our ‘program’ last week as it pertained to the observation deck on the 3rd floor (see article in October of last year). We have decided to downsize the space, and change its feel. We have removed the wet bar, large seating area, and billiard table, and are making plans to incorporate them into a future space in the gathering room on the first floor. The observation room will now exude an atmosphere of spirituality and meditation, as we open up the floor for meditation, yoga, pilates, reading, art work (draftsman table and easel) and just a place for rest, relaxation, and inner peace. Can’t wait to see the final design take shape; In the meantime, here is a glimpse of the front elevation still in the works.
All the best, and an Abundant Tomorrow to all.
Tim
Coming into last week, we had identified area professionals in the engineering fields that we felt comfortable with, but they were not all with the same firm. Could this propose a problem with communication, ego’s, and set timeline as the custom build rolled out? Would continuing our search for an all-in-one engineering firm be the better path for us, as the various departments (structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.) could easily communicate with one another as they are just down the hall from each other rather than across the city / state? This is a question we are determined to feel out prior to committing to a course of action. Next week, the 24th, Don Briggs and I will travel north to Missoula (~40 miles) to meet with one such engineering firm experienced in residential builds, while employing a number of LEED Accredited Professionals. The meeting will give us a better feel for the path we are to take, while having the opportunity to gage their mindset on luxury builds and sustainable design concepts.
On another note, I am communicating with a few LEED Providers to determine which outfit I would hire to oversee the registration and eventual certification of our future LEED Home. It has certainly been an education to date, and anyone interested in pursuing the same is advised to start researching this working relationship at this time… not months into the design process, or heaven forbid construction phase.
In closing, we modified our ‘program’ last week as it pertained to the observation deck on the 3rd floor (see article in October of last year). We have decided to downsize the space, and change its feel. We have removed the wet bar, large seating area, and billiard table, and are making plans to incorporate them into a future space in the gathering room on the first floor. The observation room will now exude an atmosphere of spirituality and meditation, as we open up the floor for meditation, yoga, pilates, reading, art work (draftsman table and easel) and just a place for rest, relaxation, and inner peace. Can’t wait to see the final design take shape; In the meantime, here is a glimpse of the front elevation still in the works.
All the best, and an Abundant Tomorrow to all.
Tim
