New Tradition - Architecture

Architectenbureau New Tradition - Penthouse Amsterdam

Welcome to our world.
Let’s go through how we work,
so that you’ll get a bit of an idea
of what will happen during a project
as we transform your dreams into reality


No two projects are the same,
just as no two clients are the same.
So describing our work process
and giving you insight into our
services will never give you the
whole story. It does however give
you a very clear idea about the
different phases we go through
during a project and what’s going
to happen next. Let’s go through them.

1 – the First Meeting

First of all we listen. We come to your project
with open eyes, ears and with honesty. We’ll
get to know what you like and discuss how
feasible it is, given your wishes, time and budget.

2 – the Quotation

Soon after the first meeting you’ll receive a clear
fixed-fee quotation for our services in the design phase.
We’ll explain all the steps for your specific project and
all the services that our design studio provides, so you’ll
know what to expect from us during the project.

Architectenbureau New Tradition - Woonhuis Amsterdam II

3 – the Brief

Now we’ll work out your design ambitions even
further. We’ll discuss your must-haves,
nice-to-haves and most-definitely-nots. We’ll
also explore the feasibility of the project in
relation to the technical aspects of the property,
the aspects of the surrounding site and the
rules regarding planning permission.

4 – the Sketch Design

After collecting all the measurements we’ll develop
layouts and begin to investigate styles and finishes.
The first 3D visuals will be developed and we’ll be
thinking of how spaces will feel, creating moodboards
and coming up with the first ideas for furniture.
Right now, it will all start to come alive. Perhaps a bit
rough around the edges, but very much ready for our
first design meeting, where we feel and discuss if we’re
on the right track and ready for the next phase.

5 – the Concept Design

We start with narrowing down the drawings to
a more detailed version, making sure that the
design is buildable, functional and beautiful.
We submit the planning application and get
all the necessary parties on board – e.g. the
construction engineer and the contractors.
The 3D impressions will become more detailed,
as colours and materials are selected.
And before we start with the technical work,
we’ll have a first meeting with the contractor to
discuss the preliminary cost estimating and
see if our design and budget are on track.

6 – the Technical Design

If adjustments are necessary to bring the project
in line with the construction budget or planning
application, it will be worked out at the start of
this phase. The final presentation for the technical
design will include a very detailed set of drawings
and 3D impressions that communicates the overall
layout and volume of the building or space, all
significant equipment, the type of material or finish
for every surface of the project and all the furniture,
lighting and styling selection.

Architectenbureau New Tradition - Woonhuis Haarlem III

7 – the Building Preparation

Before we introduce you to our network
of trusted builders, we’ll make a set of
construction documents. This will include
all the drawings and specifications of the
details, dimensions, and notes necessary
to communicate the entire design to the
builder. We’ll make clear how all the
building components must be connected,
specify all the materials, finishes, fixtures,
equipment and appliances to be installed.
We’ll coordinate our drawings with the
construction engineer’s, and so all parties
have enough information for the final pricing
and are ready to start building.

8 – the Construction

While most of our work is done before
this phase, our presence during the
construction phase is very important.
During this phase we visit the site regularly
to answer questions from the builders
and proactively address potential issues.
It’s important to have an eye on things
to ensure the finished project meets
everyone’s expectations. Occasionally
decisions must be made on the spot,
and our ability to work quickly to solve
problems is essential. At the end of this
phase, we’ll develop a final Punch List
to ensure the work is completed perfectly.

Interested?
Questions about your project?

New Tradition - Architecture

Architectenbureau New Tradition - Penthouse Amsterdam I

Welcome to our world.
Let’s go through how we work, so that you’ll get a bit of an idea of what will happen during a project as we transform your dreams into reality


No two projects are the same, just as no two clients are the same. So describing our work process and giving you insight into our services will never give you the whole story. It does however give you a very clear idea about the different phases we go through during a project and what’s going to happen next. Let’s go through them.

1 – the First Meeting

First of all we listen. We come to your project with open eyes, ears and with honesty. We’ll get to know what you like and discuss how feasible it is, given your wishes, time and budget.

2 – the Quotation

Soon after the first meeting you’ll receive a clear fixed-fee quotation for our services in the design phase. We’ll explain all the steps for your specific project and all the services that our design studio provides, so you’ll know what to expect from us during the project.

Architectenbureau New Tradition - Woonhuis Amsterdam II

3 – the Brief

Now we’ll work out your design ambitions even further. We’ll discuss your must-haves, nice-to-haves and most-definitely-nots. We’ll also explore the feasibility of the project in relation to the technical aspects of the property, the aspects of the surrounding site and the rules regarding planning permission.

4 – the Sketch Design

After collecting all the measurements we’ll develop layouts and begin to investigate styles and finishes. The first 3D visuals will be developed and we’ll be thinking of how spaces will feel, creating moodboards and coming up with the first ideas for furniture. Right now, it will all start to come alive. Perhaps a bit rough around the edges, but very much ready for our first design meeting, where we feel and discuss if we’re on the right track and ready for the next phase.

5 – the Concept Design

We start with narrowing down the drawings to a more detailed version, making sure that the design is buildable, functional and beautiful. We submit the planning application and get all the necessary parties on board – e.g. the construction engineer and the contractors. The 3D impressions will become more detailed, as colours and materials are selected. And before we start with the technical work, we’ll have a first meeting with the contractor to discuss the preliminary cost estimating and see if our design and budget are on track.

6 – the Technical Design

If adjustments are necessary to bring the project in line with the construction budget or planning application, it will be worked out at the start of this phase. The final presentation for the technical design will include a very detailed set of drawings and 3D impressions that communicates the overall layout and volume of the building or space, all significant equipment, the type of material or finish for every surface of the project and all the furniture, lighting and styling selection.

Architectenbureau New Tradition - Woonhuis Haarlem III

7 – the Building Preparation

Before we introduce you to our network of trusted builders, we’ll make a set of construction documents. This will include all the drawings and specifications of the details, dimensions, and notes necessary to communicate the entire design to the builder. We’ll make clear how all the building components must be connected, specify all the materials, finishes, fixtures, equipment and appliances to be installed. We’ll coordinate our drawings with the construction engineer’s, and so all parties have enough information for the final pricing and are ready to start building.

8 – the Construction

While most of our work is done before this phase, our presence during the construction phase is very important. During this phase we visit the site regularly to answer questions from the builders and proactively address potential issues. It’s important to have an eye on things to ensure the finished project meets everyone’s expectations. Occasionally decisions must be made on the spot, and our ability to work quickly to solve problems is essential. At the end of this phase, we’ll develop a final Punch List to ensure the work is completed perfectly.

Interested?
Questions about your project?

New Tradition - Architecture

Welcome to our world.
Let’s go through how we work, so that you’ll get a bit of an idea of what will happen during a project as we transform your dreams into reality


No two projects are the same, just as no two clients are the same. So describing our work process and giving you insight into our services will never give you the whole story. It does however give you a very clear idea about the different phases we go through during a project and what’s going to happen next. Let’s go through them.

Architectenbureau New Tradition - Penthouse Amsterdam I

1 – the First Meeting

First of all we listen. We come to your project with open eyes, ears and with honesty. We’ll get to know what you like and discuss how feasible it is, given your wishes, time and budget.

2 – the Quotation

Soon after the first meeting you’ll receive a clear fixed-fee quotation for our services in the design phase. We’ll explain all the steps for your specific project and all the services that our design studio provides, so you’ll know what to expect from us during the project.

Architectenbureau New Tradition - Woonhuis Amsterdam II

3 – the Brief

Now we’ll work out your design ambitions even further. We’ll discuss your must-haves, nice-to-haves and most-definitely-nots. We’ll also explore the feasibility of the project in relation to the technical aspects of the property, the aspects of the surrounding site and the rules regarding planning permission.

4 – the Sketch Design

After collecting all the measurements we’ll develop layouts and begin to investigate styles and finishes. The first 3D visuals will be developed and we’ll be thinking of how spaces will feel, creating moodboards and coming up with the first ideas for furniture. Right now, it will all start to come alive. Perhaps a bit rough around the edges, but very much ready for our first design meeting, where we feel and discuss if we’re on the right track and ready for the next phase.

5 – the Concept Design

We start with narrowing down the drawings to a more detailed version, making sure that the design is buildable, functional and beautiful. We submit the planning application and get all the necessary parties on board – e.g. the construction engineer and the contractors. The 3D impressions will become more detailed, as colours and materials are selected. And before we start with the technical work, we’ll have a first meeting with the contractor to discuss the preliminary cost estimating and see if our design and budget are on track.

Architectenbureau New Tradition - Woonhuis Haarlem III

6 – the Technical Design

If adjustments are necessary to bring the project in line with the construction budget or planning application, it will be worked out at the start of this phase. The final presentation for the technical design will include a very detailed set of drawings and 3D impressions that communicates the overall layout and volume of the building or space, all significant equipment, the type of material or finish for every surface of the project and all the furniture, lighting and styling selection.

7 – the Building Preparation

Before we introduce you to our network of trusted builders, we’ll make a set of construction documents. This will include all the drawings and specifications of the details, dimensions, and notes necessary to communicate the entire design to the builder. We’ll make clear how all the building components must be connected, specify all the materials, finishes, fixtures, equipment and appliances to be installed. We’ll coordinate our drawings with the construction engineer’s, and so all parties have enough information for the final pricing and are ready to start building.

8 – the Construction

While most of our work is done before this phase, our presence during the construction phase is very important. During this phase we visit the site regularly to answer questions from the builders and proactively address potential issues. It’s important to have an eye on things to ensure the finished project meets everyone’s expectations. Occasionally decisions must be made on the spot, and our ability to work quickly to solve problems is essential. At the end of this phase, we’ll develop a final Punch List to ensure the work is completed perfectly.

Interested?
Questions about your project?

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