How we work
Integrated work platform
From sketching ideas to delivering the final project, our process is dynamic and involves the application of tech solutions at each level. We prioritize your needs to create long term benefits.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
HEALTHY LIVING
FLEXIBLE SPACES
resourceful | creative | meaningful
Resilience
Resilient design key factors are risk mitigation, social equity and hazard prevention. Engaging communities through education and awareness allow us to deliver meaningful projects that stand the test of time with high community participation and added value to the environment.
LIVE | WORK | PLAY
Wellness
We design and build spaces that actively encourage a healthy environment through a multidimensional approach that includes the physical, occupational, social, intellectual, spiritual and emotional well being of every individual.
We promote the design of sensory environments to integrate people to their surroundings. Explore with us how to incorporate these concepts into your next project.
EFFICIENT | VISIONARY | MINDFUL
Innovation
Innovation has to be flexible in order to sustain changes in the world we live. Through our work of design and research, we continually explore the use of new materials, systems, and products .
We aim to adjust opportunities and priorities of our clients needs and provide site specific design options..
Collaboration with specialized building trades and tech are welcome.
Our design process
Define
It includes project information, pre-design and code review. The design team and stakeholder participation is established.
Design
This step in the process includes schematic design reviews, and design development.
Refine
Construction Documents and reviews are included in this phase, including approval.
Build
Bidding negotiation, construction observation.
frequently asked questions
What happens after a customer contacts your office via email?
Based on the geneeral information you provided in your contact form, we will ask you for some detailed information about your project.
We will then arrange a follow-up call or appointment to dialogue about the services we can provide and answer your questions. This initial consultation is free of charge.
What is the process after the initial consultation?
A tailored plan will be develop based on the type of project the customer is interested in. It will streamline the conversation required to align customer specific needs and requirements with project deliverables.
During this early stage, and through active participation and open conversation between customer and designer, the scope of the project and budget are initially defined.
Does your office work with projects located outside the US?
Rousena Hoag Architecture- Design is an international design firm with projects located in different countries and able to communicate in several languages.
We value and respect every culture and welcome the active participation of project stakeholders during the integrated design process.
Does an integrated design process help to keep the project’s budget in check?
It depends. Most of the time it will maintain a close look at how the original budget has changed (percentage wise) and it will mitigate change orders. An integrated design process brings together all parties involved in the design and development of the project through an iterative process, that is dynamic and focus on aligning the vision and objectives of the project.
Which quality management standards does your office follow?
Every project is subject to the adoption of global and quality standards, that collectively support and develop a straightforward project’s process and management.
We follow the International Building Code (IBC), and Codes relevant to each jurisdiction.
How are you implementing COVID-19 Guidelines?
The health and safety of our clients is one of our priorities. We follow protocol established by local authorities at the beginning of each project and make the necessary updates to keep a healthy environment.