About Bruker Design Solutions, Inc.
Capabilities and Service Offerings
Five Distinct Interior Design Phases
Testimonials
PHASE I: PREDESIGN 
Predesign or programming is the information gathering and analytical phase. This phase includes measuring the site, taking photographs if necessary, investigating the site conditions, in the case of a renovation and clearly defining the client’s objectives. Careful consideration is given to function, spatial relationships, character and image as well as other factors that affect how the home or commercial enterprise will affect the client. The building site is analyzed and we will determine the best placement of spaces for the client’s needs. The scale and character of the residence or project is determined in this phase.
PHASE II: PRELIMINARY DESIGN
This is the conceptual and exploration phase. In this phase, in the case of a renovation or redesign, through conceptual diagrams and rough sketches, we determine the general layout, form and overall appearance of the premises. Materials boards, sketches and drawings that set the course for the construction drawings are employed in this phase. Plans, elevations, and sections are developed for client approval.
PHASE III: CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
Construction documents are the phase where the design is translated into technical information for the contractor. Working drawings (blueprints) and specifications are prepared to define in detail all the materials that are to be incorporated into the project-residential or commercial, where they are to be located and how they are to be installed. This is the stage where we coordinate our construction documents with architects, engineers and expediters. Although this phase is primarily intended for working out the technical aspects of the project, some design work will also take place. Light fixtures are selected, lighting plans and electrical plans are drawn up and plumbing fixtures and finish materials i.e. flooring, paint colours, trim and molding, etc. are selected. This is called the specifications for the project.
PHASE IV: BIDDING AND NEGOTIATION
This phase is for renovation work or commercial projects. We prepare tender documents for competitive bids or negotiated proposals from a selected list of general contractors or project managers. During this phase, we prepare and distribute sets of working drawings and specifications, address questions from contractors, interpret the documents and prepare revisions to the original drawings or specifications. Once the bids or cost estimates are received, we analyze the results and prepare the contract between the client and the selected contractor. We will assist the client in the contract negotiations with the general contractor or project manager.
PHASE V: CONSTRUCTION AND SUPERVISION
In this final phase, we review the construction schedule with the contractor and answer questions, review shop drawings, manufacturer’s drawings of different job elements to be incorporated into the project and review progress payments to the contractors. We supervise the contractor and draw up a punch list for any unfinished details to be submitted to the contractor so that a sign-off can be effected to ensure that the premises are ready for occupancy.
"Stephanie was recommended to us as an interior designer when we were building our 10,000 square foot estate in Beaconsfield, Quebec. Stephanie and her team did the interior design for the entire home. This included the space planning, the lighting, the finishes for the six and a half bathrooms and a custom design for the kitchen. She created a colour scheme to our taste, designed and ordered all the furnishings, some from New York. Stephanie accommodated our tastes, respected our budgetary considerations and did her work on time."
- Ramona Gentile Argento, Kirkland, Quebec.
"Stephanie worked with our team which was a development team including project managers, engineers, land planners and projects sales persons for over two years to develop condominium units in New Jersey. She is creative, is a team player and gets the job done. "
-Gideon Casper C.E., Israel
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