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Project Journey

Seven connected stages

Each phase builds on the decisions made before it, keeping clients, designers, engineers, builders, and craftspeople aligned around one shared direction.

01–07

How We Work

01

Discovery and Consultation

We discuss the client’s goals, requirements, preferred style, budget, timeline, and existing site conditions.

Hill Farm architectural project vision in its landscape
01 · Project visionDiscovery
02

Site Assessment and Planning

The team reviews the property, applicable restrictions, spatial opportunities, technical considerations, and project feasibility.

Cruz Residence environmental and site analysis diagram
02 · Site analysisSite Study
03

Concept and Schematic Design

Initial layouts, architectural concepts, material directions, and visual studies are developed for the client’s review.

Cruz Residence exterior façade strategy concept diagram
03 · Design strategyConcept
04

Design Development

The approved concept is refined through coordinated plans, elevations, details, material selections, and technical considerations.

Developed interior visualization for Clemente Residence
04 · Developed viewDevelopment
05

Construction Documentation

Detailed drawings and specifications are prepared to guide construction, costing, coordination, and permit processing.

Detailed second-floor plan for Cruz Residence
05 · Floor planDocumentation
06

Construction and Implementation

When engaged for construction, DECO coordinates the project team, materials, workmanship, schedule, and execution of the approved design.

On-site installation work at Alejandria Condo Unit
06 · On siteConstruction
07

Project Completion

The completed work is inspected, documented, and formally turned over to the client.

Completed Alejandria Condo Unit interior
07 · Completed spaceCompletion
Seven stages · one coordinated directionSelected project imagery