Services
Architecture & Design
Threshold Office offers full-scope architecture services from pre-design through to construction administration. We will be there to understand your goals, design a project suited to your needs and ultimately realize a design that serves you, whether it’s for your new home or business.
Architect of Record
Threshold Office offers permitting as a local NY architecture practice for out-of-state and international practitioners with NY projects.
Permitting
Threshold Office helps owners get and close permits for their properties. Additionally, we close open permits for sales transactions.
Design Process
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1 / Pre-Design
We start with a discovery phase where we learn the goals and desired uses for the project and what opportunities and constraints there may be on site.
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2 / Schematic Design
Then we explore concepts and establish the general look and feel of the design. Ultimately, we settle on the rough outlines for the desired uses and space types.
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3 / Design Development
Plans are then refined and material & fixture selection begins. Consultants are added to the team. Preliminary cost estimates and value engineering takes place.
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4 / Construction Documentation
This is when we create full-detail Construction Drawings and Specifications. We also prepare Permit Drawings & applications for city review & approval.
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5 / Bidding & Negotiation
At this point, we send the project out to bid, field questions and negotiations. We review & compare bids and advise you on a final selection.
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6 / Construction Administration
During construction, we act as your advisor, review shop drawings, visit the site, and check that the work upholds the design intent.