At this stage a design concept is prepared based on the brief and an analysis of your requirements.
Zoning and planning rules are checked. Other research may be undertaken.

Sketch design usually takes the form of freehand drawn plans and sketches.

These include 3-D perspective views to help you visualise the building.

Options may be presented.

Your comments and further thoughts are then incorporated into the design.

A quantity surveyors estimate of the cost may be obtained at completion of this stage.