What We Do
Whether a renovation or new construction and across the budget spectrum, Bidgood takes the time and care to get to know you and tailor a design to suit your unique requirements, lifestyle and taste.
Our design process is research-heavy with a deep discovery stage that lets us unlock your style and open up a world of possibilities. This approach pays dividends by ensuring our spaces are unique and meaningful, rather than imposing a singular design aesthetic.
While every outcome is different, our work has a common thread: unpretentious, utterly enjoyable design anchored in a thoughtful, tactile experience. We are adept at achieving creative expression within boundaries, whatever they may be.
A simple, integrated process
1.
Programming and Schematic Design
• Project kick-off, research and discovery
• Space programming and area calculations
• Site analysis including bylaw and building code restrictions
• Floor plan and base building analysis
• Create schematic floor plans
• Prepare mood boards and concept direction
• High-level construction budgeting (optional)
• Schematic Design Presentation
2.
Concept and Design Development
• Further develop concept, design direction, floor and ceiling plans
• Source and select all finishes, fixtures, equipment, and hardware
• Prepare 2D and 3D visualizations
• Collaborate with other licensed professionals in the areas of architecture, mechanical electrical and structural engineering as required
• Design Development Presentation(s)
3.
Pricing Package Documentation
• Prepare pricing drawings, including: demolition plans, floor plans, interior door schedules, interior elevations, electrical mark-up and reflected ceiling plans, and millwork drawings, to a 80-90% level of detail
• Prepare schedules for finishes, fixtures, equipment and hardware
• Liaise with contractor throughout bidding process
• Cost engineering as required
4.
Construction Documentation
• Prepare construction drawings, including: demolition plans, floor plans, interior door schedules, interior elevations, electrical mark-up and reflected ceiling plans, millwork drawings, millwork sections, and details to a full level of detail
• Finalize schedules for finishes, fixtures equipment and hardware
• Accommodate any cost engineering efforts in drawing package
5.
Furniture, Artwork and Accessories
• Inventory items to be reused
• Furniture layouts and budgeting
• Curation of new furnishings, artwork, and accessories to complement design
• Prepare purchase orders
• Arrange delivery and installation of furnishings on site
6.
Construction Administration
• Attend site visits to review progress on site
• Review shop drawings and submittals
• Respond to queries and provide supplemental information throughout construction phase
• Conduct deficiency walkthrough
The Journey of a project
A proven approach
Good design takes time to create, document and procure; for Bidgood, a holistic process is key to creating a meaningful and impactful space.
We are methodical in our approach, rooting every project in a thoughtfully developed concept and ensuring every decision and selection strengthens the founding vision. We avoid short-term trends by only aligning details with this concept. We embody the end user in a personal and profound way to ensure our spaces have depth and longevity. Each project follows the same methodology to ensure a tailor made, perfect reflection of the user is achieved, no matter the project size.
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