Knowing where to start depends on several factors. Large multidisciplinary commercial projects involve a much greater level of planning and documentation than does a small residential backyard. What follows is a way to use this Web site based on the specific information needs you have.
SMALL - CONCEPT DIAGRAMMATIC ONLY
On projects where your firm is not retained to develop a full set of working plans but you would like to provide the project owner with some performance and design guidelines to insure they will receive a lighting installation that reflects their goals and budget.
MID-SIZED - CONCEPT AND WORKING DRAWINGS
Where a larger project will be going to competitive bid this level of specification is necessary to receive consistent contractor estimates.
LARGE - CONCEPT, WORKING AND DETAIL DRAWINGS
This plan-set is appropriate where the project owner wants to have all avenues of design creativity developed into highly detailed plans so the many different installation and management professionals know their exact role in producing the end result.
COMMERCIAL - CONCEPT, WORKING AND DETAIL DRAWINGS
Much like Large Residential in necessary detail but with some added functional demands.
Meshing their schedules is an ongoing task that requires communication. Everyone should be kept current with frequent site meetings about the progress and needs of the lighting project. Take notes and send follow-ups to all parties present.
