Herman Architects employs a range of technology throughout the architectural process to both aid in the creative process and effectively communicate design & technical concepts. Technology at Herman Architects is constantly being adapted by all staff to improve our design process and to express and test concepts that will translate our client’s vision.

• Develop Owner Program
• Site Development
• Architectural space planning
• Ergonomic and Flow Analysis
• Examination and discussion of existing facility
• Research regarding special requirements of a specific program
• Ergonomic and circulation flow analysis with diagram studies
• Architectural space plan and square footage programming

• Preliminary architectural floor plan schemes
• Preliminary building size/massing/elevation schemes
• Analysis of improved ergonomics and flow in plan schemes
• Review of schemes and modifications

• Schematic floor plan with casework, equipment, and furniture layout
• Schematic building elevations and 3-dimensional views
• Schematic site layout and development
• Continued analysis of ergonomics and flow in plan
• Local and national building code review analysis
• Review of drawing and modifications
• Schematic outline specification book

• Design development of floor plan with finishes, furnishings, and equipment
• Interior materials, finishes, and colors selected/reviewed
• Architectural detail drawings and schedules developed
• Architectural materials selected/reviewed
• Coordination with consultants: HVAC, electrical and others
• Meetings with specialty equipment reps

• Complete architectural drawings for construction and bid pricing, including:
• Plans, elevations, wall sections, finishes, casework, and all necessary details
• Projects specification for construction, materials, performance and warranties
• Final coordination with project consultants
• Shop drawing Review
• Contractor coordination meetings
• Budget meetings
• Request for information services
• Tenant coordination meetings

• Applications for permitting and coordination with local agencies as required
• Preparation of bid packages including specifications
• Invitations, advertisements and questions period with bidders
• Bid receiving, opening and advising of selection of contractors
• Preparation of bid packages including specifications
• Invitations, advertisements and question period with bidders
• Bid receiving, opening and advising of selection of contractors