IC Design Process

Each client is unique, so the scope of work can vary. However, we typically work with the client on the following four phases of the project:

1. Evaluate current market position and store site. Meet with management and discuss functional needs regarding traffic flow, business realities and general topics not currently being addressed. Interpret and discuss the pitfalls, opportunities, and tradeoffs created by evolving the design to meet the client's objectives. Determine budgets and attainable goals.

2. Present a preliminary plan in an open forum with management. Review tradeoffs and brainstorm solutions that maximize the return on investment. Review budgets and goals.

3. Present revised plan that incorporates ideas from roundtable for final management approval. Meet with contractors on first round of bids. Review bids with management and project manager.

4. Create merchandising plan that reinforces your chosen image and goals.

* Construction Drawings that may be required for permits are a separate phase. However we do provide the floor plan, lighting plan, ceiling plan, and merchandising plan on AutoCAD, and if needed we would supply them to a local architect for review, approval, and stamping.