Architecture – Every design is created within the context of each client’s preferences, the building requirements and the site. From these an aesthetic vocabulary is developed that harmonizes the architectural elements, materials, finishes, and proportions to form the design theme or style.
We strive to provide a home or work environment that will meet the unique needs and dreams of each client. Every design is created within the context of each client’s preferences, the building requirements and the site. From these an aesthetic vocabulary is developed that harmonizes the architectural elements, materials, finishes, and proportions to form the design theme or style. Our design philosophy can perhaps best be distilled into the following goals that govern our approach to architecture:
Architectural Goals:
- Balance functional requirements, life style, values, budget and emotional expectations within the design.
- Integrate each building with its particular setting, as though it always existed on the site or in the neighborhood.
- Create a floor plan that flows naturally within and to the exterior, bringing in light and enhancing the possibilities and use of each space.
- Achieve timeless design and sustainability with organic and natural materials.
- Integrate and express the structural systems within the aesthetic theme.
- Proportion and balance each space and design element within the whole.
- Integrate details and finishes with spatial and structural elements to create a unique depth and character.
- Create concise drawings and specifications of the design parameters to communicate clearly to the contractor and vendors so they can successfully and efficiently transform the client’s dreams into reality.
- On site involvement throughout the construction process.
Interior Design – Our goal is to discern each client’s preferences, tastes and lifestyle, and incorporate existing furniture and treasures into a cohesive design theme. The final ten percent that completes any project is the most critical as it brings all aspects of design together and allows a project to be more than the sum of the parts.
Interior finishes and fixtures complete a project and meld together all other elements of the design. Our goal is to discern each client’s preferences, tastes and lifestyle, and incorporate existing furniture and treasures into a cohesive design theme. The final ten percent that completes any project is the most critical as it brings all aspects of design together and allows a project to be more than the sum of the parts.
Interior Design Goals:
- Create an environment expressive of the client’s personality or business.
- Enhance the architectural style of the interior and exterior of the space.
- Establish a theme and a budget.
- Synthesize function and lifestyle for each environment.
- Incorporate and recycle existing personal treasures into the design.
- Layout furnishings within the space to facilitate enjoyment and workflow.
- Select appropriate style, textures and colors for materials and furnishings.
- Procure and coordinate the installation of furnishings and finishes.
- Accessorize!
Construction Management – The added value of combining the disciplines of Architecture, Interior Design, and Construction Management in one source, assures our clients that their home will exceed their design expectations, be completed in the shortest amount of time, and be built for the lowest cost possible. This complete package is available for clients who prefer a single source approach.
Complete construction management services for residential projects of our design are now offered at Larick Alan Hill, Inc. The added value of combining the disciplines of Architecture, Interior Design, and Construction Management in one source, assures our clients that their home will exceed their design expectations, be completed in the shortest amount of time, and be built for the lowest cost possible. This complete package is available for clients who prefer a single source approach.
Construction Management Goals:
- Leverage our client’s input by performing the tasks of data gathering and project coordination.
- Coordinate all elements of the building design, planning approvals, building permit, consulting engineers, building construction, landscaping, material selections, purchase and installation of interior furnishings and accessories for maximize design cohesion, time and cost efficiency.
- Eliminate hidden costs. The project budget is an open book with no disguised change orders or mark-ups.
- Obtain multiple bids from pre-qualified sub-contractors and vendors for each aspect of the work.
- Owner review of the actual bids and costs for different features and material selections, to assist in finalizing quality, completion and budget.
- Create and maintain a schedule for each aspect of the work.
- Incorporate changes or additional features with minimal delays and costs.
- Fixed construction management fee not driven by construction costs.
- On time and on budget completion.