Describe daily life before selecting the facade
Occupancy, working from home, guests, privacy, storage and outdoor use influence the layout. Consider maintenance and possible future changes as well as the appearance you want. Reference images are useful when supported by a clear brief.
Gather the site information
Location, available site documents, planning and approval status, terrain and access are essential starting points. The relevant specialists need to assess what can be proposed. A concept image alone does not establish feasibility.
Consider technical systems early
Heating, cooling, electrical infrastructure, ventilation, solar energy and vehicle charging affect plant rooms, shafts and equipment positions. These requirements should be coordinated with the architecture before the layout becomes difficult to change.
Think about the building as a whole
Facade materials, windows, flooring, lighting and outdoor areas need to work together. Special requests such as a pool or custom furniture should be described separately so their effect on scope and budget can be evaluated.
Place decisions in the delivery programme
Establish which drawings and product choices are needed at each stage. Identify procurement responsibilities and the information that must be confirmed before fabrication or installation. For a project abroad, local authorisations and the delivery model are reviewed alongside these decisions.