"Architecture should speak of its time and place, but yearn for timelessness."

Frank Gehry




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UNDERSTANDING



Even the simplest residential design project can be an involved procedure. A design project typically requires the involvement and coordination of structural, civil, building envelope and geotechnical engineers, land surveyor, contractors and their subtrades, and the Municipal Government. My 30+ years of experience with the various phases of the building process on the North Shore will ensure that your project will progress smoothly and orderly.



PEACE OF MIND



N.J. Keate Home Design Inc. can document, supervise and coordinate every aspect of your project professionally, efficiently and successfully. Depending on your needs, I will personally supervise as much or as little of the construction process as you want. Whatever you decide, I will ensure tightly coordinated communications are maintained.



SERVICES





On Site Consultation and Analysis



• meet with client on site

• outline design and administration services

• discuss scope of project and receive owner data

• discuss budgetary and bylaw restraints



Preliminary Design Drawings



• prepare site data analysis

• municipal meetings

• prepare preliminary design drawings

• client consultation



Design Development Drawings



• revise preliminary design drawings

• prepare design development drawings

• cost estimate

• building code and bylaw check

• client consultation



Construction Documents



• prepare construction drawings

• prepare specifications and schedules

• prepare electrical drawings

• coordinate consultants and their drawings

• client consultation

• submit for building permit



Tender



• organize and issue contract documents to bidding contractors

• review bids and make recommendations

• assist and advise in signing construction contract



Construction Administration



• site supervision

• administer changes

• liaison between client and contractor



about



Vancouver born Jeff Keate is an award winning home designer based on the North Shore. He graduated from the University of British Columbia in 1985 with a Bachelor of Arts in the History of Art and Architecture and went on to achieve a Master of Architecture at the University of Manitoba.





EXPERIENCE



Prior to moving to the North Shore, Jeff Keate worked for architecture firms in Toronto, Winnipeg and Vancouver. His portfolio of work during this time ranged from medium density residential developments to community / recreation centres, and large scale institutional projects.

As the Principal of N.J. Keate Home Design Inc., Jeff has completed over 250 renovations, additions and custom homes for residential clients throughout the North Shore, British Columbia and Melbourne, Australia.





BACKGROUND



N.J. Keate Home Design Inc. has a strong background in residential projects which encompasses everything from custom designed homes, to renovations, and additions. Thirty plus years of experience in the field has ensured a sound design base and a comprehensive understanding of all stages of the building process. As the principal of N.J. Keate Home Design Inc., Jeff brings his experience and pride of accomplishment into each new project.





APPROACH



N.J. Keate Home Design Inc. believes in the importance of the designer-client partnership. By adopting a personal, hands-on approach to operations, N.J. Keate Home Design Inc. ensures that the designer and client are in direct communications throughout the entire process from concept to completion. This approach helps to eliminate the costs and barriers associated with a bulky administrative team, and keeps your needs and vision as the focus in project decision-making.





JEFF@KEATEDESIGN.COM
TEL: 604-986-7543



NJ KEATE HOME DESIGN INC