00 Review Project + Conceptual Estimate
We begin by understanding the project, design intent, scope and delivery requirements. We are often engaged during design development, before the millwork package is fully resolved.
We review the available information, identify key opportunities and risks, and prepare a conceptual estimate to establish an early cost framework. This gives the project team useful cost and constructability feedback while changes are still relatively easy to make.
01 Integrated Design + Value Engineering
Once engaged, we work alongside the project team to finalize the millwork design with an understanding of materials, functionality, fabrication, lead times and cost from the start.
The objective is to understand where complexity and investment meaningfully contribute to the finished space, and
where a simpler solution can achieve the same design intent.
For specialized spaces such as kitchens, wine cellars and saunas, our involvement extends into functional and technical design, bringing knowledge of planning, equipment, building systems and materials into the development of the complete space.
Our evolving in-house library of materials, finishes, details and technical knowledge provides a resource for designers and clients to explore and refine ideas together.
At the end of this phase, we provide a fixed number for the agreed scope.
02 Technical Design + Shop Drawings
Once the design intent is established, we translate it into a technical design package – detailing every aspect of the joinery, functionality, and integration with systems such as HVAC, electrical, lighting and appliances.
Our team prepares accurate 2D drawings and 3D models for fabrication and installation, and physical mockups that eliminate ambiguity and ensure all stakeholders share a clear understanding of the end product.
03 Craft + Production
Our craftspeople combine traditional woodworking knowledge with advanced manufacturing technology to turn the developed design into the finished work.
Every piece is carefully worked on throughout production, with quality reviewed at each stage. Where appropriate, assemblies are pre-fitted and tested before leaving our workshop.
Completed work is carefully protected, packaged and prepared for delivery to site.
04 Delivery + Installation
The same attention continues through delivery and installation. We plan packaging, logistics, site sequencing and installation around the requirements of each project.
Every millwork piece comes with a detailed, step-by-step installation manual that allows the knowledge transfer from the shop to the site anywhere in the world.