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.