OUR PROCESS

OUR PROCESS

From Vision to Reality

Our process is clear, purposeful, and deeply collaborative—driven by your goals, your site, and the story your home is meant to tell.

1. DISCOVERY CALL

We begin with a conversation—learning about your goals, site, lifestyle, and vision. This is where alignment begins and trust is built.


You receive:

  • A guided discussion to uncover your priorities and aspirations

  • Early clarity on feasibility, budget, and timeline

  • A tailored proposal that reflects your unique path forward

1. DISCOVERY CALL

We begin with a conversation—learning about your goals, site, lifestyle, and vision. This is where alignment begins and trust is built.


You receive:

  • A guided discussion to uncover your priorities and aspirations

  • Early clarity on feasibility, budget, and timeline

  • A tailored proposal that reflects your unique path forward

2. SITE & STORY

We study the land, climate, and context to understand what the site wants to say. Through research, dialogue, and early sketches, we uncover the story your home will tell.


You receive:

  • Site analysis including sun, wind, views, and access

  • Research into local materials and architectural vernacular

  • A narrative framework that connects your identity to the land

  • Early visualizations that begin shaping your home’s character

2. SITE & STORY

We study the land, climate, and context to understand what the site wants to say. Through research, dialogue, and early sketches, we uncover the story your home will tell.


You receive:

  • Site analysis including sun, wind, views, and access

  • Research into local materials and architectural vernacular

  • A narrative framework that connects your identity to the land

  • Early visualizations that begin shaping your home’s character

3. CONCEPT DESIGN

Ideas take shape. We explore spatial strategies, material palettes, and architectural language that reflect your identity and the spirit of place.


You receive:

  • Conceptual drawings, diagrams, and 3D models

  • Multiple design directions with room for exploration

  • Material inspiration aligned with your values and site

  • A design that begins to feel like home

3. CONCEPT

Ideas take shape. We explore spatial strategies, material palettes, and architectural language that reflect your identity and the spirit of place.


You receive:

  • Conceptual drawings, diagrams, and 3D models

  • Multiple design directions with room for exploration

  • Material inspiration aligned with your values and site

  • A design that begins to feel like home

4. DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

We refine the concept into a cohesive design—integrating structure, systems, and sustainability strategies. This is where vision meets feasibility.


You receive:

  • Detailed plans, elevations, and sections

  • Integration of structural and mechanical systems

  • Sustainability strategies tailored to your site and goals

  • Coordination with consultants to ensure readiness for permitting

4. DEVELOPMENT

We refine the concept into a cohesive design—integrating structure, systems, and sustainability strategies. This is where vision meets feasibility.


You receive:

  • Detailed plans, elevations, and sections

  • Integration of structural and mechanical systems

  • Sustainability strategies tailored to your site and goals

  • Coordination with consultants to ensure readiness for permitting

5. DOCUMENTATION

We prepare precise construction drawings and specifications that communicate your vision clearly to builders, permit reviewers, and collaborators.


You receive:

  • A complete architectural drawing set

  • Specifications for materials, finishes, and systems

  • Clear documentation that reduces risk and ensures quality

  • Support through permitting and contractor coordination

5. DOCUMENTATION

We prepare precise construction drawings and specifications that communicate your vision clearly to builders, permit reviewers, and collaborators.


You receive:

  • A complete architectural drawing set

  • Specifications for materials, finishes, and systems

  • Clear documentation that reduces risk and ensures quality

  • Support through permitting and contractor coordination

6. CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT

We stay engaged throughout the build—offering guidance, oversight, and design continuity to ensure your home is built as intended.


You receive:

  • Ongoing collaboration with your builder and team

  • Design clarifications and adjustments as needed

  • LiDAR scans and visual records of key milestones

  • Shared meeting notes and decision logs for full transparency

6. CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT

We stay engaged throughout the build—offering guidance, oversight, and design continuity to ensure your home is built as intended.


You receive:

  • Ongoing collaboration with your builder and team

  • Design clarifications and adjustments as needed

  • LiDAR scans and visual records of key milestones

  • Shared meeting notes and decision logs for full transparency

+ RemoteCraft™ Integration

For remote or challenging sites, we offer RemoteCraft™—a curated kit of prefabricated components designed to simplify construction, reduce waste, and deliver reliable, high-quality results.


You receive:

  • Modular assemblies tailored to your design and site

  • Reduced on-site labor and construction time

  • Enhanced precision and sustainability

  • Seamless integration with our design and documentation process

+ RemoteCraft™ Integration

For remote or challenging sites, we offer RemoteCraft™—a curated kit of prefabricated components designed to simplify construction, reduce waste, and deliver reliable, high-quality results.


You receive:

  • Modular assemblies tailored to your design and site

  • Reduced on-site labor and construction time

  • Enhanced precision and sustainability

  • Seamless integration with our design and documentation process

© 2025 ONOMA Architecture
© 2025 ONOMA Architecture
© 2025 ONOMA Architecture