Watershape Consulting Inc. provides planning, ideation, conceptual design, architectural optimization, materials selection and tectonics, and lighting design.
We can begin at any phase and coordinate a scope that aligns with our clients’ needs. For example, a rooftop pool in Miami may already have planning and concepts worked out by the architects and our services would begin with design optimization, edge details, waterproofing and finishes.
Other projects might begin with a simple question: “How big does the pool and spa need to be to serve a boutique hotel with 72 rooms?”
Plan
Ideate
Conceive
Optimize
Coordinate
Materials
Tectonics
Illuminate
Design requires coordination of several competing trades, building codes, standards, materials, functionality, and details.
Three-dimensional modeling enables the team, engineers and clients to visualize the space, find conflicts, highlight areas that require further definition and, ultimately, balance all aspects of the project into a cohesive architecturally sound project using elements and principles of design.
After the concept is optimized we proceed to the engineering phase.
Architectural Elements of Design
Color
Form and shape
Line
Space
Texture
Value
Architectural Principles of Design
Balance
Contrast
Emphasis
Movement
Proportion and Scale
Rhythm
Unity
Construction Documents
Construction documents
Permit packages
Written specifications
Operating manuals
Materials selection
Construction Administration
Submittal review
Clarifications
Structural observations
Reports
Design Process
Pre-Design (PD)
planning & programming, concept design, feasibility studies
Schematic Design (SD)
review laws, codes, and regulations, preliminary design, process schematic diagrams
Design Development (DD)
refined design, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and lighting design, structural and hydraulic engineering
Construction Documents (CD)
details, permit and construction drawings, written specifications
Procurement Phase (PP)
competitive or negotiated bid review, contractor qualification review, contract administration
Construction Administration (CA)
shop drawing review, product submittals, construction review
