DESIGNING VALUE IN MULTIFAMILY HOUSING

A ThoughtCraft Architects Publication WELCOME

We consider three “clients” when designing multifamily residential and mixed-use buildings: the developer, the end-user, and the community. We focus on making all priorities align.

When applied to community context and the urban realm, our research process helps uncover opportunities for connecting new multifamily buildings to their neighborhoods through thoughtful design and planning. Residents and communities appreciate our attention to nuanced detail. Developers appreciate the added value that this refined sense of place creates for marketing opportunities and Return On Investment.

We collaborate with our clients during the feasibility stage to tighten their due diligence Listening, effort. We identify the project goals and program, uncover site Learning & constraints and opportunities, Synthesizing and form a project road map with comprehensive research and testing.

Conversations and an in-depth analysis of the architectural elements of the neighborhood Integrating drives thoughtful design and builds Community & relationships with the community. We then explore design ideas, Privacy options and iterations through a constant client-architect feedback loop.

Facts and figures are important, but storytelling grabs the attention Building Support and has the power to pull people Through together. With experience in 25 jurisdictions, we’ve honed a 10- Storytelling step process to building project support.

With the mindset of a builder, we are passionate about delivering thorough, well-coordinated Drawing documents. In our experience this reduces risks and cost overruns Smarter during construction, along with our involvement during scope changes and our consistent presence on the construction site.

DESIGNING VALUE IN MULTIFAMILY HOUSING 2 SPECIALIZED SERVICES

ThoughtCraft Architects has the expertise to guide your project from concept through construction. Clients find that our unique pre-design services help to discover hidden opportunities, reduce financial risks by uncovering potential hurdles early, and lay a foundation for project success. PRE-DESIGN SERVICES Discovery through listening and research with an expertise in synthesizing data. Site test-fits for initial proforma inputs and property evaluation Feasibility study Approvals planning and guidance Complex site planning and existing conditions assessment Focus grouping for target market DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION PHASE SERVICES Comprehensive project design and development utilizing the latest technologies and rigorous attention to detail. Full architectural and interior design Sustainable design (experience with LEED Platinum) Brand integration and marketing graphics Virtual reality Modular construction assemblies (Structural Insulated Panels) Contractor evaluation and selection Construction observations Custom fabrication documentation Guidance for operations and condominium documents

DESIGNING VALUE IN MULTIFAMILY HOUSING 3 WHO WE ARE Informed by each client’s unique character and vision, we follow a process that guides and inspires.

We are detectives and translators, thinkers and makers. We discover the substance of a project through inquiry, then choreograph space, views, materials and light to reveal its essence. This depth leads to authentic and inspiring architecture, which in turn creates value for our clients.

Co-founding partners Chris Johns and Jason Hart have deep roots - having studied and worked together in architecture since 1996. ThoughtCraft’s unique design process was born from these common experiences, and refined with a host of talented designers that have enriched our perspective and grown our capacity.

To learn more contact us at studio@thoughtcraftarchitects.com, or visit: www.thoughtcraftarchitects.com.

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