So today I worked on putting the as-builts of an existing kitchen plan into CAD and then I worked on developing 2 design options to present to the client and contractor for feedback and pricing. This is a family who is looking to make their house more "livable". Option A shows where the back wall is pushed out to be flush with the back of the bay window. This is definitely the preferred preliminary plan, although it has the added costs of altering exterior walls (and load bearing walls). Option B shows a more cost effective plan in which only the cased opening to the dining room is shifted. This is also a nice plan, but does not provide as much space as Option A. Both plans are very very "drafty" and are drawn with the purpose of showing design schematics for client feedback and general pricing.
I have really had to work on this whole concept of "quick drafting". This is a really challenging thing for me to grasp because I like to think things through and really develop ideas. It is hard for me to figure out when enough of the concept has been illustrated for the client to have a good idea of each schematic, so that they can then determine which plan to press forward with. It's all a matter of respecting my own time and the client's money to call it "quits" on a proposed drawing...easier said than done if you ask me!
Take a look at the As Built, Option A and Option B and feel free to voice your opinions!
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