Starting

Welcome!

We are excited to be working with you!! There are four things you need to do to get started:

1. There will be a separate email from Dropbox to digitally sign the attached agreement.
2. Send me everything you have on your house plans via email to dave@vizzidesign.com (If you have not already done so)
3. Schedule a design meeting with me at your convenience and I will come with something ready to go that we can start designing.
4. Please pay the 50% down invoice in the text link you received.

How often do we meet?

You can Schedule a design meeting with me! at any time. If it’s available on my calendar and works for you, book it. No need to check with me first.

How does the design process work?

1. On Zoom we work together on the floor plan in 2D and 3D mode until the layout meets your needs. This includes a rough 3D top-down view of each floor to understand the relationship between rooms. We repeat this step until the layout works. You will receive a PDF of the floor plan and a link to the 3D Model after each design session. (Fair warning, the 3D can be a little rough at this beginning stage, but we refine it over time as we solidify the design.)
2. On Zoom we work together on the exterior of the home. This may include making layout changes to accommodate exterior elements as needed. We repeat this step until the exterior works.
3. Once 1 & 2 are completed, we then finalize the 3D model and the 2D PDF floor plan for a careful review by you both inside and out, making any adjustments as needed as questions or concerns arise.
4. Once you approve, we then send it to the engineering team. (This is when the other 50% is due.)
5. While at engineering, we can work on electrical and other details on a Zoom call.
6. When it comes back from engineering, I’ll review it with you if needed, and we’ll button up the plans. Then you’ll be off to get bids or a permit.
7. If the city comes back with any changes or needs additional information, that is included for both engineering and design.

What are the deliverables?

A 3D Model link, and 3 PDF files: A PDF design file, a separate set of PDF engineering plans, and a PDF of the engineering calculations.

How long does it take?

That’s up to you. The design portion can go back and forth quite a bit. If you are decisive, it will go quickly. 2–4 weeks is a reasonable time frame. The engineering will take about 2–3 weeks to complete.

Transparent Design Pricing ($2–$3 per sq. ft. Depending on Project Complexity)

Planning a new project and wondering what custom home plans, remodel drawings, an ADU, or finished basement blueprints cost? At Vizzi Design, our residential design fees typically range from $2 to $3 per square foot, depending on project complexity (with a small-project minimum). Your first consultation is always free, and you receive a fixed-fee written proposal before any work begins.

I look forward to working with you!

Thanks,

Dave Nielsen
(801) 508-4455
dave@vizzidesign.com