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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 4 / Construction Documentation

    This is when we create full-detail Construction Drawings and Specifications. We also prepare Permit Drawings & applications for city review & approval.

  • 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.

  • 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.