Design Process
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The design process outlines each phase of the sequence of activities that Coco Republic’s design team will undergo to meet the client requirements. A design process may include a series of steps followed by the designers.
Typical stages throughout the design process include:
Briefing
Posted on 6th Aug 2010
The client meets with us on site with the plans to discuss the space and brief us in detail on what they require. At this time we will go over their time frame, existing budget and try to locate any possible challenges that may pop up in the early stages. We’ll also pay particular attention in this meeting to the existing finishes such as timber flooring, stone benchtops and tiles.
Research
Posted on 24th Aug 2010
The first pieces selected of any scheme are usually the major pieces and this is done in conjunction with wallpapers, fabrics and window coverings. A large part of the design process at this time is to stay in regular contact with our suppliers and buyers in Australia and overseas keeping track of the latest products as well as sourcing the latest design trends. Once we have some direction on the large pieces that are being considered, attention can then be given to the smaller pieces such as side tables, lamps, rugs as well as a range of homewares and accessories.
Concepts
Posted on 24th Aug 2010
As we are researching possible products to be used, we start brainstorming within the design team to develop a theme we think is suitable for each project. One of the key factors contributing to the success of Coco Republic Interior Design is being able to bounce ideas between twenty creative minds. During this phase the evolution of each project is different. At times the entire theme with fabrics, paint and wallpapers may be selected during one session. On other occasions a scheme will be based entirely upon the initial selection of one lamp and grow from there, and in other instances one key or anchor piece will be selected and the scheme will be built around that piece.
Development
Posted on 24th Aug 2010
The key area to focus on during this stage of the design process is scaling the pieces to fit into the floor plan after they have been selected. The pieces don’t just have to work in the space and appeal to the client, but they have to actually fit into the space, and a lot of consideration has to be given to how will this space be lived in. We use a number of different computer programs including CAD and VectorWorks to place each item selected to scale onto a floor plan. From there we can establish the best way to place the furniture on the floor plan. We may even propose a number of different formats. Once the furniture placement has been established, preparation for the presentation is the next step. Using Photoshop we create mood boards that illustrate every individual piece of furniture that has been selected including rugs, accessories, artwork and mirrors. The boards are complimented with the scale floor plans, furniture placement and an array of fabric and colour samples.
Solid Character
24th Aug 2010
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Product Design
2nd Sep 2010
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