Our Service:

JMA are an architectural firm, and we pride ourselves on delivering site specific designs that are unique to each client. Every great project is a collaboration between our firm and the client. We’ll get to know the context of your project, your ambitions, and your lifestyle, around which we can form our design.

Below is an outline of the service our firm provides and what you would expect during the process.

Initial Client Briefing Meeting:

Discussion of the project brief, conceptual ideas and inspiration for the project. This process enables us to get to know you on a deeper level.

Fee Proposal:

Detailed fee proposal is prepared by the firm and is signed by the client to begin works.

Site Visit:

Our team will conduct a site visit to assess potential opportunities and constraints, natural and built elements and orientation.

Concept Design and Research:

We develop a concept through research, drawings and physical massing models for your initial feedback and input. This is prepared with 1-2 draft design plans.

Architect and Client Meeting:

Both the architect and client meet for a 1-hour presentation of the design concept.

Design Development:

The concept design selected is further developed through massing models, and computer modelling. Design is resolved in further detail for client feedback.

Additional Client Meetings:

2-3 additional meetings between the architect and client to make amendments to the design after the client views the 3D model.

Development Application (DA):

Design plans are developed for lodgement with council. JMA team will coordinate all necessary consultants required for DA purposes and will manage the Council process. This may involve modifications or consultation with Council/Approval authority.

Design Proposal:

3D rendering of the design is provided to the clients. Virtual Reality Googles are used to do a walkthrough of your design.

DA Documentation:

Preparation of DA documentation for lodgement to Council.

Construction Documentation:

The DA approved plans are further developed and detailed into construction drawings. Schedules and specifications for the building team are finalised. The construction documentation includes all interior detailing from, detailed joinery design, material selections and specification.

Construction Administration:

The team at JMA oversee the construction phase to ensure building works are carried out as per the design documentation and to acceptable standard. We will be involved in resolving any onsite modifications or issue and provide information to the building team. The JMA team attend regular site visits to monitor the progress of the project.