Project design includes all the architectural drawings and specifications necessary to complete the project, and is the basis of the bid documents and the construction contract. A rational design must integrate functional and performance requirements. In addition, all civil and structural engineering consultants need to consider the boundary conditions, equipment and working methods need to be taken into account. A good design will ensure the desired outcome of a project in the most cost-effective way without undesirable environmental impacts. Let us look at the phases involved in the design phase:

- Project budgeting
Whether you're renovating or expanding your existing location, or constructing an entirely new one, proper planning for a construction project is a tremendous undertaking. Even the most experienced project managers, struggle with setting proper expectations for construction projects given the unforeseen hiccups that can occur.

- Project briefing
The project briefing will define the client’s requirements in sufficient details. Based on the briefing the design will be developed.

- Support for statutory permits & approvals
Other than planning permission, the main statutory approval that will be required on a project is Statutory/Authority approvals.

- Master planning
Master Planning is a critical piece of many design and construction projects, especially those that will have a significant long-term impact on the institution or facility where the work is being done. Whether your project includes renovations or new construction, Master Planning helps you build with a purpose from day one.

- Architecture
Every building starts with a concept and a design. Architects are involved at every stage of the process, even after a design has been finalized, helping other building team members through the snares and missteps in the construction process.

- 3D visualization of the entire site and buildings
3D models of building components or construction resources have been largely created by computer-aided-design (CAD) or by proprietary code for virtual reality development. Such 3D modelling methods entail accurate definition of points, lines and their relationships in the spatial coordinate system.

- Structural design
Structural design is the methodical investigation of the stability, strength and rigidity of structures. The basic objective in structural analysis and design is to produce a structure capable of resisting all applied loads without failure during its intended life.

- Mechanical utilities
Ensuring that utilities are supplied to developments is vitally important for the entire construction process.

- Interior design
The science, art or process of setting up the interiors of a room, a floor or building is known as Interior Designing. Interior Designing and Interior Decorating are two very different fields which are commonly mistaken for the other.

We at Shah & Talati provide all these services and much more. So, if you’re looking for civil and structural engineering consultants, then you’ve come to the right place. Call Shah & Talati today!