Architecture

Architecture | How We Work

From additions and renovations to new construction, large projects, or small, our team has tackled it all. We pride ourselves in looking out for our client’s best interests and value those relationships built around the projects we collaborate on as well as those we lead. The team at RLE will guide you through the design process, starting with programming and culminating with the finished project.

Click here to reach out about any questions you may have.

Architecture | How We Work

From additions and renovations to new construction, large projects, or small, our team has tackled it all. We pride ourselves in looking out for our client’s best interests and value those relationships built around the projects we collaborate on as well as those we lead. The team at RLE will guide you through the design process, starting with programming and culminating with the finished project.

Click here to reach out about any questions you may have.

The design process looks a little like this:

Pre-Design/Programming

Conduct a kick-off meeting to establish expectations, roles, and responsibilities, communication procedures, and to confirm budget and schedule
Conduct programming (stakeholder) meetings
Determine the building and user requirements
Develop site and building concepts
Prepare conceptual project budget
Obtain approval to proceed with the Schematic Design phase

Schematic Design

Create plans and elevations
Conduct design review and feedback meetings
Prepare three-dimensional building images for possible fundraising and/or marketing
Update project budget
Assist with selection of construction delivery method
Obtain approval to proceed with the Design Development phase

Design Development

Develop plans, elevations, and wall sections
Evaluate and select building systems and materials
Prepare outline specifications
Present building systems, material, and color selections for review and approval
Coordinate project budget update including a detailed estimate of probable construction costs
Obtain approval to proceed with Construction Document phase

Construction Documents

Prepare site construction documents
Prepare building construction documents
Coordinate 50% complete project budget
Conduct quality assurance/quality control review
Obtain approval to issue documents for bidding

Bidding

Assist with advertisement for bids
Issue site documents
Issue building documents
Issue addenda
Assist with post-bid review and interviews
Make recommendations to enter contracts with successful bidders

Construction Administration

Submit documents for plan review and approval
Review submittals and participate in pre-construction conferences
Observe and report on construction activities
Prepare periodic updates for the owner
Review closeout documents and warranty items

Where We Work

RLE is headquartered in West Fargo, ND, and has licensed professionals to practice architecture in 19 states: Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Wisconsin.

Clients throughout the United States acknowledge our company’s reputation for exceptional value, quality workmanship, long-term client relationships, and total customer care.

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Energy Savings

From ceilings and lighting fixtures to heating and cooling, we’ve helped clients save on energy costs. Utilizing the different materials and resources that our team has had experience with for various building types, we’ve saved our clients several thousands of dollars. We would love to discuss the ways we can help you save money. From something as simple as how a building sits on the site, to complex technology that shades glazing automatically, we look at all aspects of building design to ensure the end product is as energy-efficient as possible.

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Energy Savings

From ceilings and lighting fixtures to heating and cooling, we’ve helped clients save on energy costs. Utilizing the different materials and resources that our team has had experience with for various building types, we’ve saved our clients several thousands of dollars. We would love to discuss the ways we can help you save money. From something as simple as how a building sets on the site, to complex technology that shades glazing automatically, we look at all aspects of building design to ensure the end product is as energy-efficient as possible.

Customer and Employee Safety

With new regulations in place, safety is a huge concern. We have experience in many areas of keeping building occupants safe. From evaluation and layout of storage systems, space layout and planning flow for optimal usage, heating and cooling systems for comfort and health, walk-off mats, and heated sidewalks, our goal is to connect safety with efficiency. With social distancing now a concern, we’ve been adapting to new workspaces and building designs to accommodate everyone safely.

Customer and Employee Safety

With new regulations in place, safety is a huge concern. We have experience in many areas of keeping building occupants safe. From evaluation and layout of storage systems, space layout and planning flow for optimal usage, heating and cooling systems for comfort and health, walk-off mats, and heated sidewalks, our goal is to connect safety with efficiency. With social distancing now a concern, we’ve been adapting to new workspaces and building designs to accommodate everyone safely.