Our process
Before construction, the proposal should clarify work, exclusions, responsibilities, approvals and follow-up. Clients need to know what they decide and when.
Location, use of the space, priorities and constraints.
Assess current conditions, dimensions and available documentation.
Identify design needs, specialists and responsibilities, including partners where applicable.
The contracted scope should identify technical responsibilities, included design services and any partner involvement. Supplies, exclusions and handover conditions belong in the proposal.
Set out work, quantities, exclusions and assumptions for approval.
Record references, samples and approvals before ordering.
Define phases, access, supplies and client responsibilities.
Follow the agreed scope and record changes and their impact before proceeding.
Review finishes, agreed cleaning, documentation, checks and warranty conditions specified in the proposal.
Three points to clarify before work begins. Follow-up arrangements and handover items are defined in the proposal.
How are selections compared and approved?
Start with expected use and maintenance. Compare samples together and, where possible, in the actual space. A reference image establishes the intention; a technical sheet and sample help select the product.
Record product, finish, installation and approval before ordering. If an alternative is proposed, confirm its effect on appearance, cost and supply before accepting it.
Guide to choosing materialsWhat can be followed without being at the property?
Before construction, agree a contact, communication channel, update frequency and who approves choices. Record decisions, questions and changes with their budget and programme impact.
Separate what can be reviewed through photographs or meetings from decisions requiring samples, measurement or a visit. Remote updates do not replace on-site technical checks.
What should be checked before the work is signed off?
Prepare a final review of contracted work: finishes, operation, applicable tests, cleaning and documentation. Checks should reflect the scope and each specialist’s responsibilities.
Record checks, owners and agreed dates. Confirm operating and maintenance documents, applicable warranty conditions and how questions after handover will be handled.
FAQ
The condition of the property, scope of work, building services, materials, access and design requirements. A useful proposal should clarify inclusions and exclusions.
It depends on the intervention. Layout, structural and building services changes may require assessment by qualified professionals and the appropriate approvals.
This depends on phasing, safety and the availability of essential facilities. It should be assessed before planning.
Agree a point of contact, an update routine and a record of approvals. The arrangements should be confirmed in the proposal.
Lisbon
Provide the location, property type and intended work. You do not need to have selected every material to explain your priorities.