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DESIGN PROGRAM

The first step in the design process is to create the design program. Here, we articulate and compile the requirements, such as the number of bedrooms and bathrooms needed. We express our ideas for living spaces, such as wanting an open kitchen wich connected to the dining and living areas. We prefer to separate the master bedroom area from the children's bedrooms. We may even create sketches or drawings to illustrate how the rooms are interconnected. We can prepare this ourselves, and it's advisable to present an initial concept to the designer to find a common ground as soon as possible.

It is important to mention the surveyor at this stage. Once the plot is acquired, the planning process should begin with the accurate surveying, determining its slope and topography. Planning on imprecisely surveyed land can lead to negative surprises and additional work for the designer since the surveying drawing shows the exact boundaries of the plot, marking out the building location. On sloping terrain, it is essential for the architect to know the precise topographical conditions as it significantly influences the building height. If the exact height dimensions are revealed later, the entire planning concept may need to be reconsidered if the building exceeds the maximum height specified in the zone.

EXAMINE THE PLOT

This part is already the architect's task. The scale and size of our desired home have already been outlined in the design program. It is essential to quickly examine the plot to see if the basic local building regulations allow for the desires formulated in the design program. Ideally, the client consults with an architect before purchasing the land, outlining the design program, and together they look for a property that meets the requirements.

SKETCH PLANS

If the requirements outlined in the design program are likely to meet local regulations, the architect creates the initial sketch plans, which usually consist of site plans, floor plans, facade drawings, and a 3D model. These sketch plans are refined collaboratively with the client until the final concept and sketch plan are completed. At this point, it's advisable to clarify the choice of materials and structural solutions for the building, especially in the case of a limited plot, as it can significantly impact compliance with zoning parameters.

PROFESSIONAL CONSULTATION WITH THE CHIEF ARCHITECT OF THE SETTLEMENT

After the client say „amen” for the sketch plans, the architect sends the plans to the chief architect of the settlement. Unfortunately, in practice, it often takes weeks to receive a substantial opinion from the chief architect. This varies widely from settlement to settlement, and there is no specific legal deadline for the response.

There are subjective compatibility cases that, due to the obstinacy of the chief architect, can stall the entire planning process. In such cases, the only solution is to find common ground, which can potentially extend the planned completion deadline by up to a month.

DEVELOPMENT OF PLANS AND INVOLVEMENT OF SPECIALIZED DESIGNERS

If we have received the urban planning opinion from the chief architect, the next step is the development of the plan.

Sections are prepared with accurate layer structures, as well as many supporting documents required for permitting. The deadline for this phase is the most reliably guaranteed, as the completion of the plans depends almost exclusively on the architect.

In this phase, specialized designers are involved, including the structural and building services engineers.

UPLOAD THE PLANS TO THE „ÉTDR” PLATFORM

The completed plan documentation must be uploaded by the client according to the law, but because using the ÉTDR platform can be challenging for experienced architects, uploading the plans is included in our service.

According to regulations, the authorities have 15 days to grant the permit or request additional information, due to differing interpretations of the law by the authorities, wich can be happens.