Our Process

Creating a home should be engaging, inspiring and rewarding. Although each client and home are different, we start every project the same way: by listening.

Transparency and trust are essential to everything we do. We know that for clients, budgets and schedules are often the most stressful part of building a home. That’s why we always talk about costs as early as possible in our process, provide regular budget updates throughout the project and let you know if there are any changes that could affect the bottom line.

We also build trust by keeping promises. That means we do what we say we will. Show up on time. And clean up at the end of the day. These little things are big part of who we are.

Great design requires great communication. Whatever the project, we believe in working together.

Working Together

Every client is different, so our process changes slightly for every project. But it typically looks something like this process below.

Free Initial Consultation

We discuss your goals and whether CCM is a good fit for your project
CCM prepares a design proposal that outlines costs, schedule, design process and deliverables

Pre-Design

We review and refine your project details and wish list
Research site and land use codes
Convert measurements and sketches into design software
Enter project into CCM system
2-4 weeks to complete

Schematic Design

CCM creates exploratory drawings, sketches and models
Study up to three alternative concepts
Confirm the schematic design is within the specified budget
Create plans, elevations, 3D model and virtual reality walk through
4-8 weeks to complete

Design Development

Further development of schematic design
Finalize building form and begin to incorporate building systems such as Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP)
Coordinate with consulting engineers/designers (Structural, Civil, MEP, Interior & Landscape)
6-8 weeks to complete

Construction Documents

Further development of design drawings
Finalize structural and MEP design
Create full set of Architectural, Structural and Civil drawings
Material and fixture selection and specification
8-12 weeks to complete

Building Permits

Submit plans and applications to permitting jurisdiction
Monitor application process and respond as needed
Time to complete varies by jurisdiction and project type

Bidding and Negotiation

Assist in identifying, interviewing and selecting a general contractor
Issue drawings and answer questions from bidders
Advise client on final selection

Construction Administration

Act as client’s agent during construction process
Ensure construction meets the intent of the drawings
Coordinate with contractor and subcontractors as needed
Review pay applications, shop drawings and submittals
Approve final punch list and pay applications