StreamLine Program
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The Streamline Program is an integrated home design and building process tailored for absentee builders, focusing on delivering custom timber-framed homes while addressing challenges like distance and budget constraints. The program emphasizes a structured approach, fostering open communication and teamwork to successfully bridge the gap between design aspirations and budget realities. It consists of three main phases: Invest in Clarity, Paper Phase, and Construction, aimed at ensuring timely and budget-conscious project completion while enhancing the client's experience.
StreamLine Program
- 2. Table of ContentsIntroductionTypical Building ProcessStreamLine Program OverviewInvest in Clarity PhasePaper PhaseConstruction PhaseConclusion
- 3. Introduction
- 4. StreamLine Program OverviewThe StreamLine Program is an integrated home design and building process focused on delivering the highest quality custom designed timber framed home that meets the aesthetic requirements, livability needs and budget parameters set forth by the customer.
- 5. StreamLine Program OverviewThe Program is primarily targeted at the absentee builder, building a vacation/retirement home in an amenitized community some distance from the owner’s primary residence.The absentee builder faces unique challenges, trying to build a personalized home, on time and on budget, from a distance which makes regular personal visits impractical.
- 6. The ChallengeBuilding any custom home is normally a challenging process. It is the clients never ending battle of trying to stick to a predetermined budget while still trying to acquire the home of their dreams. Additionally, the upper market buyer is predisposed to high levels of quality service. Add to this already daunting task, the elements of time, distance and no clear process, and the challenges compound quickly. For these reasons and more, most people who have completed this process will openly admit it was not an enjoyable experience and would not be repeated again.
- 7. The SolutionThe StreamLine Program was designed specifically for this upper market absentee builder and the unique demands they make. By focusing on; a predetermined process, honest and open communication, and an integrated team that has worked well together in the past, We avoid the pitfalls most commonly associated with absentee building.
- 8. StreamLine Integrated TeamThe Client is a member of the team, not the information conduit or the referee, but a key team member.
- 10. Typical Building Process Typically, the absentee builder becomes the project manager and information conduit for the entire teamThe GapKnowledgeProgrammingBudgetIn all projects their exists a gap between programming and budget.Programming being the aesthetics and the finishes of the home and the budget being what the total cost is to have the programming that you desire.We have found that this gap is directly correlated to knowledge of;Design requirementsSite challengesMaterial costsLocal trade costsFinish optionsThe goal is not to eliminate the gap at the outset but to reduce it as quickly possible through process and communication.
- 11. Typical Gap ClosureKnowledgeExpansionProgrammingBudgetContractionProgrammingBudgetProgrammingBudgetRealityProgrammingBudgetProject OutsetArchitectural Design PhaseContractor Pricing PhaseThe Gap is typically painfully closed at pricing, once the full set of architectural drawings are complete.
- 12. The Gap TrapRealityProgrammingBudgetThis information gap is typically closed only when the construction documents are completed by the architect and the contractor bids the job.At this point, it is painful to close the gap because:Significant monetary investments have been madeSignificant time investments have been made Client has already envisioned themselves in that house The ways out of the gap trap are;Pay the piperAbandon the projectCut, shrink, and redrawThis is expensive in time and money Communication becomes difficult, he said/she said and in many cases the client becomes a referee between the contractor and the architect
- 13. Keys to a Good ProjectBased on our experience the keys to a good project are;Process, preparation and planning coupled with honest communication about programming and budgetLack of these lead to cost overruns, time delays, and frustration.
- 15. Three Distinct PhasesConstructionPhaseInvest In Clarity Paper Phase Planning phase to close The Gap
- 16. Sets the project up for success
- 17. Full team involvement
- 18. Budget and Aesthetic definition
- 19. Clarity Meeting
- 20. Primary Contact – StreamLine
- 21. Average time – 2-3 months
- 24. Timber Frame modeled
- 25. Budget review and refinement
- 27. Primary Contact – StreamLine
- 28. Average time – 3-5 months
- 29. Site clearing
- 30. Foundation work
- 31. Timber framing
- 32. Finish work
- 33. Move in
- 34. Primary Contact – Builder Partner
- 35. Average time – 10-14 monthsStreamline Program BenefitsThe StreamLine program is at its heart a focus on the knowledge transfer within the team to close the programming and budget gap.Benefits of the SL ProgramSpeed and efficiency of the team members and a well thought out processInteracting on the hand sketches ( programming/budget communication occurs during the first document production!)75% of the aesthetics of the home are determined in the first phase
- 36. Invest In Clarity Overview
- 37. Invest in Clarity Process Overview The Wish List is a programming document that systematically begins the knowledge transfer process from the client to the StreamLine Team. Wish List The Kick-Off call introduces the team and is a detailed review of the project program, budget and site visit schedule. Kick-Off Call The Site Visit is an opportunity for the entire team to meet on site and discuss its implications and further the programming knowledge transfer. Site Visit The Hand Sketches enable the team to get a look at floor plans and elevations and react relative to aesthetics and budget. Hand Sketches The CAD Models further define the aesthetic of the project and the floor planning and enable the builder to more accurately price the project. CAD Models The team will work together to come up with budget pricing numbers on the entire project, these numbers are targeted to be +/- 10% accuracy.Budget Pricing The Clarity Meeting is a team meeting to review the aesthetic design of the house and to review the budget pricing, to close The Gap. Clarity Meeting
- 38. Invest in Clarity/Closing the GapKnowledgeKnowledgeKnowledgeProgrammingBudgetProgrammingBudgetKnowledgeKnowledgeBudgetProgrammingProgrammingBudgetProgrammingBudgetKnowledgeProgrammingBudgetWish ListKick-Off CallSite VisitHand SketchesBudget PricingClarity MeetingProgramming - Budget
- 41. Timber Frame CAD Model
- 42. Clarity MeetingAgendaReview the three ring binder that containsProcess OverviewExecutive SummaryHand Sketches and CAD DrawingsBudget PricingAttendingArchitect, design team rep, Builder Rep, ClientGoals:This is the end of the Invest in Clarity Phase, the goal is to provide the client with clarity as to how much the home they have designed will cost them within a 10% toleranceMove to the Paper PhaseTeam members responsibility:SLP Rep: Lead the meeting, review the contents of the binderArch: Lead the client through the drawingsBuilder: Review the budget numbers provided
- 44. Paper Phase StagesInitial Stage Drawings Include; Floor Plans; Exterior building Elevations; Site Plan/Layout
- 45. Timber frame plans, bent elevations and 3-d drawings
- 46. Building Sections; Interior Elevations
- 47. Stage ends with Budget ReviewInitial Stage DrawingsProgress Drawing ReviewInitial Stage CompleteSecond Stage Drawings Include; Foundation Plans; Framing Plans; Roof plans
- 48. Ceiling, lighting, HVAC and electrical layout Plans
- 50. Millwork and molding details; Landscape planting and irrigation plan
- 51. Stage ends with Budget ReviewSecond Stage DrawingsProgress Drawing ReviewSecond Stage CompleteFinal Stage Drawings Include; Construction Details
- 52. Specifications
- 53. Finish and fixture selection assistance – (only house areas – no furniture)
- 54. Stage ends with Budget Agreement with StreamLine TeamFinal Stage DrawingsProgress Drawing ReviewFinal Stage Complete
- 56. Construction PhaseDescription More typical construction process, howeverThe timber frame team will be involved at the outset to ensure efficiency of the construction processGoal(s)Complete the home construction on time and on budgetSteps in the processPermitting; Site preparation and excavationFoundation, floor framing; timber framingWeathering in; mechanical rough in; rough interior finishInterior and exterior finish trimFinal finishes, punch list and move inPhase ends with moving in, sitting on the deck and enjoying the view
- 57. Conclusion
- 58. BenefitsThe StreamLine program is at its heart a focus on the knowledge transfer within the team to close the programming and budget gap.Benefits of the SL ProgramSpeed and efficiency of the team members and a well thought out processInteracting on the hand sketches ( programming/budget communication occurs during the first document production!)75% of the aesthetics of the home are determined in the first phase