Process
1. ALIGN
Initial Conversation
→ Discover the need, energy, and intention behind the project
→ Are we aligned?
Shared understanding, early clarity, intuitive green light
2. DEFINE
Project Framing
→ What kind of space are we making: physical, emotional, energetic?
→ Define goals, constraints, functions, and desired feelings
→ Clarify scope, timeline, services, and support
Draft scope, outline of services, aligned vision
3. AGREE
Structure the Collaboration
→ Signed contract: clear expectations, boundaries, and values
→ Rate + payment terms
→ Communication rhythm + preferred tools
Signed agreement, trust-based container, shared rhythm
4. RESEARCH
Deep Listening & Study
→ Dive into precedent, materiality, context, and history
→ Map the emotional, energetic, and sensory landscape
→ Understand the systems behind the form
Research deck, inspirations, insight threads
5. DESIGN
From Concept to Form
→ Develop mood boards, drawings, layouts, strategy, or systems
→ Create visuals, documents, and experiences
→ Invite feedback and iterate together
Design packages, visuals, strategies, plans
6. DELIVER
Final Handoff or Continued Collaboration
→ Deliver all final documents or materials
→ Support permit/fabrication/activation if needed
→ Wrap the current phase with clarity and care
Final deliverables, transition plan, next steps