Step 1 – Our Process

PionArch is a design-build firm focused on energy efficient and cost effective designs. We try to understand each client’s needs and design with all of them in mind. This collaboration with the client is what helps ensure that our design is more than satisfactory.

PionArch is a design-build firm. This means that we offer construction services as well as design services. Our team of contractors, when chosen as the construction team, is dedicated to building all projects with a high level of quality, making sure the client is satisfied with the results.

Once we receive a call, email, or request:

• We make contact either through responding back via email or calling directly
• We have a conversation with the potential client to see if we would be a good match (personality-wise)
• We would ask you questions about the project
• We explain the process it would take to get the project done
• We speak about budget
• We speak about the project’s timeline
• We arrange the meetings

Please note:

• We do not come to give you advice, but to meet you and get to know the project scope as well as restrictions (code required limitations)
• If you would like us to come and give you advice on a design or decision, we charge on an hourly rate for our time at the site.

At The Meetings:

• We walk through the space and get an understanding of the scope and budget for the project
• We help you develop an idea of cost if you are unclear on how much projects can cost
• If we come to an agreement on all of the above, we send you a written proposal explaining our services and fees.

Our Proposal:

• Is broken up into 3 parts
• 1) Schematic design/Design Development w/ Specs & budget based on per Sq. Ft. Cost Values
• 2) Permit Documentation – See List of Drawings or Typ. Set
• 3) Construction (w/ construction administration) – See Construction
• Includes Budget Sheet, Construction Progress Requirements, and Construction Loan Process

Fees:

Schematic/ Design Development – 6% total renovation new house budget

Permit Documents (Including Structural) and Construction Admin. – 3% of cost Proposal

Project Close-Out – Final affidavit, occupancy permit

End Result:

Well-designed house/spaces that has 10%-25% value above comparative properties.

Step 3 – Contact Us To Get Started

Now that you’ve gotten a glimpse of how we work, what our process is, and how our prices are set up, the final step is to contact us for a consultation.

Please contact us to begin the process. We hope to hear from you soon!