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Understanding Design-Build vs. Design-Bid-Build: Choosing the Right Delivery Method for Your Project
Explore the different project delivery methods in construction and learn how to choose the right one for your development project. Understand the pros and cons of design-build, design-bid-build, and more to optimize your investment and project success.
How to Estimate Architectural and Engineering Fees: A Guide for Developers
Learn how to effectively estimate architectural and engineering fees with our guide. Perfect for developers new to the industry, this article explores the critical factors that impact A/E fees, from building types and finishes to different delivery methods, providing you with the knowledge to budget accurately and execute your projects efficiently.
4 Factors That Affect the Construction Costs of a New Commercial Building
Having knowledge of these factors ensures you won’t be in for a surprise when you’re handed an initial estimate of probable cost. In today’s blog, we’ll discuss the four most common factors that’ll influence the cost of your new commercial building.
Understanding the Roles of A/E Disciplines in Architecture Projects
A Practical Guide for Architecture Projects...
A/E Fees in Project Financing
A Developer's Guide to Understanding and...
Understanding Site Surveys: A Comprehensive Guide for Local Developers
A comprehensive guide on site surveys for local developers, explaining the importance of different types of surveys and how they impact real estate development projects.
How Pre-selecting a Contractor Impacts A/E Fees
Learn how pre-selecting a contractor can impact A/E fees in real estate development. Discover the benefits of early integration for streamlined projects and cost management.
Importance of As-Built Drawings for Cost Estimates and Feasibility Studies
When a client approaches Prime Architects with a...
Community Revitalization: Going Beyond the Design Bid Build
Identify the best delivery method for your revitalization project Get familiar with the key differences between the Design Bid Build and Design Build methods and help you identify which one suits your revitalization project best.
Learn About Our Recent Commercial Architectural Work
We have been incredibly busy over at Prime Architects working on some exciting and historical commercial projects around the OKC Metro.
The Benefits of a Great Working Relationship With Your Architect
Trust is the foundation of any relationship between an architect and a client. An architect can add a lot of value to your project; from maximizing space and energy efficiency to choosing sustainable materials and navigating approvals.
How to Determine the Cost of Your Architectural Design Project
Though the cost of an architectural project may vary, there are some commonalities you’ll find with rates and services. In today’s blog, we’ll be focusing on commercial projects and how you can better estimate the cost of your project.
A Guide to Code Research: What You Need to Know About Historical Building Design
Some of the first and longest lasting laws included building safety codes. It has been long understood that keeping a space safe for occupants is critical for society. Now, we have historical building design codes we have to follow. These rules cover areas spanning safety to design conformity.
How To Determine Project Fees
Calculating project fees can be a bit of a guessing game. factor include: the project, the client relationship, the competition, the firm’s overhead, and the overall economy. This post shares common project fee structures associated with an architectural design process.
3 Ways You Can Prep for Your Architectural Design Project
Nothing is more exciting than creating a new project for your business or community. Today, we’ll discuss the importance of a design brief and what needs to be included to ensure a successful architectural design project.
The 6 Elements of a Good Feasibility Study
From an architect’s perspective, a feasibility study helps determine if options for a particular site are achievable and sustainable with the resources available. Because they hold so much value, these studies are used in a variety of industries.
Commercial Redevelopment 101: The 7 Phases
Understanding the process of commercial redevelopment can help you confidently assess some of the risks associated with its construction. In today’s blog, we’ll be explaining the seven phases of redevelopment and highlighting some of the key tasks in each area.
Phases of an Architectural Design Project
How does the Architectural Design process work? Find out in this article by the experts at Prime Architects.
3 Hidden Benefits of Hiring an Architect Before You Begin A Commercial Redevelopment Project
Few people realize how complicated architectural development is until they find themselves in a labyrinth of design options, building codes, zoning laws and contractor bids. In today’s blog, we’ll be exploring the hidden benefits of hiring an architect before you begin a commercial redevelopment.
Cost Estimating Impact on Fee – Podcast Interview With Our President
Exciting News! Our president, Gene Lavastida, has been selected to lead a Podcast titled Cost Estimating Impact on Fee. Be sure to tune in on October 19th to hear his insights!
Project Update for Dallas VA Medical Center, Dallas, Texas
Prime Architects was hired to renovate Building 60 B Wing Patient Rooms in the Dallas VA Medical Center, Dallas, TX by providing all necessary architectural and engineering design services to prepare complete contract drawings, specifications, technical reports, and cost estimates for the renovation
Meet Rayne Caldwell – Marketing Coordinator
Get to know the Prime Architects team. This is Rayne Caldwell, our Marketing Coordinator.
Project Update for U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) in North Dakota
Lavastida Development Group (LDG), dba Prime Architects is currently under contract to perform on-site facility operations, maintenance, custodial and grounds services for all federal buildings in the state of North Dakota.
How To Get Into Government Contracting
Check out our firm’s featured article in the Journal Record’s 2017 How-To Guide for Small Businesses on How-To Get Into Government Contracting!
Capitol Hill’s Yale Theater – Please Vote YALE for National Award
The Yale Theater opened in 1918 and it was a tremendous, central asset of Capitol Hill in OKC from 1918 to the late 1960’s. As our urban cores deteriorated in the 1970’s, the Yale also ceased sowing quality movies and ultimately closed in the 1980’s.
Meet Indigo Hobson-Lowther – Admin Assistant
Indigo Hobson-Lowther has been an Administrative Assistant with Prime Architects since August 2017. She loves to organize and make spaces aesthetically pleasing, as well as has a knack for detail.
National Boss Day 2017
In honor of today being National Boss Day, we just wanted to express our sincerest appreciation for Gene Lavastida, President of Prime Architects.
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