The StreamLine Program was designed specifically for the lot owner who is trying to build a custom home from a distance and the unique demands they make. By focusing on; a predetermined process, honest and open communication, and an integrated team that has worked well together in the past, We avoid the pitfalls most commonly associated with absentee building. We have found that business people are looking for a businesslike approach to building a vacation home The team collectively is working in the best interest of the homeowner

1. StreamLine Program Overview

2. Table of Contents Introduction Typical Building Process StreamLine Program Overview Invest in Clarity Phase Paper Phase Construction Phase Conclusion

3. Introduction

4. StreamLine Program Overview The StreamLine Program is an integrated home design and building process focused on delivering the highest quality custom designed timber framed home that meets the aesthetic requirements, livability needs and budget parameters set forth by the customer.

5. StreamLine Program Overview The Program is primarily targeted at the absentee builder, building a vacation/retirement home in an amenitized community some distance from the owner’s primary residence. The absentee builder faces unique challenges, trying to build a personalized home, on time and on budget, from a distance which makes regular personal visits impractical.

6. The Challenge Building any custom home is normally a challenging process. It is the clients never ending battle of trying to stick to a predetermined budget while still trying to acquire the home of their dreams. Additionally, the upper market buyer is predisposed to high levels of quality service. Add to this already daunting task, the elements of time, distance and no clear process, and the challenges compound quickly. For these reasons and more, most people who have completed this process will openly admit it was not an enjoyable experience and would not be repeated again.

7. The Solution The StreamLine Program was designed specifically for this upper market absentee builder and the unique demands they make. By focusing on; a predetermined process, honest and open communication, and an integrated team that has worked well together in the past, We avoid the pitfalls most commonly associated with absentee building.

8. StreamLine Integrated Team The Client is a member of the team, not the information conduit or the referee, but a key team member.

9. Typical Building Process

11. Typical Gap Closure Knowledge Expansion Programming Budget Contraction Programming Budget Programming Budget Reality Programming Budget Project Outset Architectural Design Phase Contractor Pricing Phase The Gap is typically painfully closed at pricing, once the full set of architectural drawings are complete.

12. The Gap Trap Reality Programming Budget This information gap is typically closed only when the construction documents are completed by the architect and the contractor bids the job. At this point, it is painful to close the gap because: Significant monetary investments have been made Significant time investments have been made Client has already envisioned themselves in that house The ways out of the gap trap are; Pay the piper Abandon the project Cut, shrink, and redraw This is expensive in time and money Communication becomes difficult, he said/she said and in many cases the client becomes a referee between the contractor and the architect

13. Keys to a Good Project Based on our experience the keys to a good project are; Process, preparation and planning coupled with honest communication about programming and budget Lack of these lead to cost overruns, time delays, and frustration.

14. Streamline Program Overview

16. Sets the project up for success

17. Full team involvement

18. Budget and Aesthetic definition

19. Clarity Meeting

20. Primary Contact – StreamLine

21. Average time – 2-3 months

22. Design development

23. Construction Documents

24. Timber Frame modeled

25. Budget review and refinement

26. Production Meeting

27. Primary Contact – StreamLine

28. Average time – 3-5 months

29. Site clearing

30. Foundation work

31. Timber framing

32. Finish work

33. Move in

34. Primary Contact – Builder Partner

36. Invest In Clarity Overview

38. Invest in Clarity/Closing the Gap Knowledge Knowledge Knowledge Programming Budget Programming Budget Knowledge Knowledge Budget Programming Programming Budget Programming Budget Knowledge Programming Budget Wish List Kick-Off Call Site Visit Hand Sketches Budget Pricing Clarity Meeting Programming - Budget

39. Hand Sketches Samples

40. Hand Sketches Samples

41. Timber Frame CAD Model

42. Clarity Meeting Agenda Review the three ring binder that contains Process Overview Executive Summary Hand Sketches and CAD Drawings Budget Pricing Attending Architect, design team rep, Builder Rep, Client Goals: This is the end of the Invest in Clarity Phase, the goal is to provide the client with clarity as to how much the home they have designed will cost them within a 10% tolerance Move to the Paper Phase Team members responsibility: SLP Rep: Lead the meeting, review the contents of the binder Arch: Lead the client through the drawings Builder: Review the budget numbers provided

43. Paper Phase Overview

45. Timber frame plans, bent elevations and 3-d drawings

46. Building Sections; Interior Elevations

48. Ceiling, lighting, HVAC and electrical layout Plans

49. Finish/Door/Window Schedules

50. Millwork and molding details; Landscape planting and irrigation plan

52. Specifications

53. Finish and fixture selection assistance – (only house areas – no furniture)

54. Stage ends with Budget Agreement with StreamLine TeamFinal Stage Drawings Progress Drawing Review Final Stage Complete

55. Construction Phase Overview

56. Construction Phase Description More typical construction process, however The timber frame team will be involved at the outset to ensure efficiency of the construction process Goal(s) Complete the home construction on time and on budget Steps in the process Permitting; Site preparation and excavation Foundation, floor framing; timber framing Weathering in; mechanical rough in; rough interior finish Interior and exterior finish trim Final finishes, punch list and move in Phase ends with moving in, sitting on the deck and enjoying the view

57. Conclusion

58. Benefits The StreamLine program is at its heart a focus on the knowledge transfer within the team to close the programming and budget gap. Benefits of the SL Program Speed and efficiency of the team members and a well thought out process Interacting on the hand sketches ( programming/budget communication occurs during the first document production!) 75% of the aesthetics of the home are determined in the first phase

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