Architectural design by ArchMe Studio
Investment Design · 01

Pre-investment phase

Objective of this stage

A basis for a precise design brief.

The pre-investment phase is not a one-time inspection of the property. It involves gathering and organizing the information that determines the scope of the future design: what is planned, what restrictions apply, and what additional studies or procedures are required.

01 · INTENTION

Property and the Client's Requirements

The location, planned function, approximate scale, and available documentation are specified. For existing buildings, the available plans, surveys, and data on their current condition are reviewed.

02 · DEVICE

Terms and Restrictions

The current zoning plan, building density indicators, setbacks, access, easements, and other applicable restrictions are reviewed. The data is compared with the specific investment proposal.

03 · INPUT DATA

Documents and Institutions

Depending on the scope of the project, cadastral data, a design permit, archival documentation, and information from the municipal administration or other competent institutions may be required.

04 · INFRASTRUCTURE

Membership Opportunities

The existing water, sewer, and electrical infrastructure is examined, along with the conditions under which a connection request may be submitted. If necessary, additional expert opinions and specialized studies are obtained.

A short trial

From the available facts to the assignment.

The scope is determined based on the type of property and the investment plan. Not every property requires the same documents, reports, and specialized studies.

01

Introductory Information

We review the available documents and clarify the purpose, function, and key requirements for the future project.

02

Analysis of the Conditions

We compare the design parameters, the characteristics of the site, access, and the condition of existing buildings, if any.

03

Missing data

We determine the necessary documents from institutions, the conditions for enrollment, and any additional examinations or tests.

04

Design Framework

We summarize our findings and formulate the technical, functional, and procedural requirements for the design.

05

Design Specifications

We define the scope and priorities in a statement of work, which serves as the starting point for the investment project.

Result

A clearly defined next step.

The contracting authority receives

  • systematized information about the property and any identified restrictions;
  • a list of the necessary source data, reports, and follow-up studies;
  • a structured design brief in accordance with the agreed scope;
  • a basis for planning the investment project and the related procedures.

The pre-investment phase clarifies the conditions and prepares the process. It does not guarantee approval, a building permit, or a positive decision from an institution or operating company.

Start of the process

Property, intent, and available documents.

Please send the property's location, a brief description of your plans, and any documentation you have on hand. After a review, the necessary scope of the pre-investment phase can be determined.