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DONALD STEVEN ROBERTS - ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR DESIGN
KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA -
KING ABDULAZIZ CENTER FOR CULTURE AND KNOWLEDGE
Hired by Saudi Aramco in 2015, Steven was chosen to work with Snohetta Architecture Group to be part of Project Management Team for this Mega Project in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. Based upon his unique experience in Hospitality Design, design sensibilities and innovative construction methodologies, it was a perfect fit to develop the Concept Design into Construction Documents and to oversee Construction, bringing the ideas to life!
KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA -
KING ABDULAZIZ MARITIME DEVELOPMENT
Saudi Aramco assigned Steven to oversee a new Mega Project, currently under construction; Port, Ship Building, Infrastructure, 25 Mfr Buildings, 17 Business and Executive Buildings, 119 Apartment and Dormitory Buildings, 28 Executive Apartments and Villas, Mosques and Public Spaces and Medical Facility, on the Persian Gulf.
The Precast Buildings are being erected first, while simultaneously casting the superstructure of the
HOSPITALITY DESIGN
Steven worked with Notable Hospitality Design Firms for more than 20 years, such as: Heery International, The Johnson Studio, Well Done Design Collaborative and Joseph Perry Architects. He has designed Hotels, Restaurants, Clubs and Bars around the world.
Award winning designs of these company includes: • AIA Room of the Millenium Award, Restaurant Tru, Chicago, Il; 2005 • Esquire Magazine, Top Restaurants in the USA, Rathbuns Restaurant, Atlanta, Ga 2006 • Best Use of Existing Building Award, Creative Loafing, Atlanta, Ga; Tea Space, 2006 • Esquire Magazine, Best Restaurant Design in the USA, Fearings Restaurant, Dallas, Tx 2008
MEDICAL DESIGN
Steven worked with Medical Design Firms for more than 20 years, such as: Heery International, Well Done Design Collaborative and Stagenga Architects. He has designed Hospitals, Clinics and Palliative Care Centers. The Hospital for Haiti was Pro-Bono.
HIGH END CORPORATE DESIGN
While working with Heery International, there were numerous examples of outstanding Corporate Architecture and Interior Design.
SPORTS FACILITIES
While working with Heery International, we won the Design Competition for the 1996 Summer Olympics with this Design, which I worked on. Heery also worked on numerous other venues of note, such as the Georgia Dome, Stanford Stadium and Nippert Stadium.
Steven was hired by Saudi Aramco to help design the (13) King Abdullah Sports Centres across Saudi Arabia in 2015.
SMALL COMPUTER MODELS
We have found that Sketchup is a very useful quick modeling tool to use. For this small job, we created a highly detailed Sketchup model then exported sections for details that were finished in Microstation to create CD's from. This is an efficient method for small works, which saves times and energy in the design process. While it is not totally accurate in all aspects, it gives the Client a "true" impression of what they can expect to receive. It helps to have all of the equipment pieces chosen beforehand.
LARGER COMPUTER MODELS
Though I make no claim to be an expert in REVIT, my skills are always improving. My experience most recently has been in Management of Mega-Projects where my concerns were with correction of detailing and working with the 4D and 5D aspects of procurement and delivery scheduling, as well as construction scheduling.
However, with "Microstation", I have more thatn 25 years of experience.
"A rock pile ceases to be a rock pile the moment man contemplates it; bearing within him the image of a cathedral"
Tony Chi
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
CONCEPTUAL DESIGN
What are we going to do here?
Quantify and clarify needs, purpose and Scope, including Budget. Address the expectations and how to realistically meet them with mutual benefit.
Loose sketches and renderings are the result.
SCHEMATIC DESIGN
Getting the Ideas flowing
As-builts and accurate measuring of existing conditions begins this phase. Still working by hand and adding quick cadd work (sketchup) can accurately predict and anticipate the direction of the Design to ensure Client comprehension and satisfaction. Multiple solutions are studied and presented for Client to choose from. The Client direction to Designers at this point is crucial as it determines all following work.
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT
Identify Issues and provide Solutions
After the Client chooses the Schematic Direction, we begin developing the Design layout "to scale"; first by hand drawing, then input into CADD. All major decisions are made during this phase and are "general". For example, it can be decided that an elevator is necessary, and an industry average size footprint is chosen. However, the exact elevator to be purchased is not finalized yet and Final plans must be adjusted slightly when the exact model is chosen.
FINAL DESIGN
Getting Ready for Construction!
Construction drawings document all anticipated details and products (with accurate sizing) to be used during construction. Details are dimensioned and coordinated to be consistent and correct, reflecting the field conditions. Disciplines are coordinated and drawings are ready for Permit and Construction.
CONTRACT AND CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION - (DURING CONSTRUCTION PHASE)
Tracking Money, Schedule and Quality
Contract Administration regulates the flow of money to the Contractor, and is used to quantify Progress Payments.
Construction Administration tracks the job progress and ensures timely activities happen at the appropriate time, with necessary adjustments that do occur during Construction.
CONTRACT CLOSE-OUT
The Foundation for Success
Design Development is one of the most important elements in the whole process. Done correctly, it can be a pivotal point in the project. Get in touch with Donald Steven Roberts to discuss more about what they provide with this particular service.
GET IN TOUCH
For questions or comments about upcoming projects or to commission your own, please get in touch today.
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