A.3 New Construction
Design Process Definitions
and Modernizations
General. These definitions are for new construction.
Some requirements will be eliminated for a
modernization project, such as zoning area, form,
massing, etc.
The design process and related submission requirements
for new construction and modernizations are somewhat
Program Review
different than those for alteration projects. A moderniza-
Prior to initiating each phase of design, the design team
tion is defined as the comprehensive replacement or
should meet to review design program expectations and
restoration of virtually all major systems, tenant-related
to exchange ideas, lessons-learned, and concerns. Such
interior work (such as ceilings, partitions, doors, floor
technical "partnering" sessions allow a clearer definition
finishes, etc.) and building elements and features. The
of expectations while remaining within the project's scope
following flow diagram and related definitions describe
and budget.
this process.
Peer review, arranged through the Office of the Chief
Concepts
Architect, is required for all new construction projects as
A submission that will demonstrate compliance with the
well as any modernization project with significant alterations
Building Program (space tabulation of building program)
to either the building aesthetic or systems. All new
including all adjacency and functional requirements. This
construction projects, as well as modernization projects
submission will also show that the proposed project is
which significantly alter an existing structure shall be
within the zoning area, and that the building and massing
presented to the Commissioner and Chief Architect for
are compatible with the surroundings. The aesthetics
approval in Washington D.C.
should support the design philosophy of GSA shown in
the general approach to architecture in the preceding
chapters of this document. Building systems and building
envelope appropriate for the conceptual designs should
be defined in order that they can be evaluated early for
effectiveness and efficiency related to operation,
maintenance and energy consumption.
Since there are many options to accomplish these ends
with any particular program and site, GSA will participate
in the normal design process of comparing options by
working with the A/E through preliminary concepts.
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FOR THE
PUBLIC
BUILDINGS
SERVICE
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