PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Project management is critical for architectural and interior design projects, ensuring they run smoothly, on time, and within budget.
Here's a breakdown of the project management process tailored for architectural and interior design projects:
PROJECT PREPARATION
Stage 01
Stakeholder Identification: Determine who will be involved and affected by the project.
Project Charter Creation: Document that outlines project objectives, stakeholders, scope, constraints, budget, and preliminary timelines.
Feasibility Analysis: Evaluate whether the project is viable in terms of costs, timelines, and potential constraints.
PLANNING
Stage 01
Scope Definition: Clearly define what the project will achieve and what it will not cover.
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS): Break down the project into smaller, manageable tasks or phases.
Schedule Creation: Develop a timeline for each task, considering dependencies between tasks.
Budgeting: Allocate costs to tasks and phases to create a budget forecast.
Resource Planning: Determine the human resources, equipment, and materials needed.
Risk Management Planning: Identify potential risks and devise mitigation strategies.
Communication Plan: Establish when, how, and what information will be communicated to stakeholders.

EXECUTION
Stage 03
Task Implementation: Begin work on the tasks identified in the WBS.
Quality Assurance: Ensure work meets defined quality standards and design specifications.
Stakeholder Communication: Regularly update stakeholders on project progress and any changes.
Vendor & Contract Management: Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and consultants, ensuring contractual obligations are met.
MONITORING
Stage 04
Progress Tracking: Monitor tasks against the schedule and budget.
Performance Reviews: Regularly evaluate the performance of the project.
Change Management: Implement a system to assess, approve, or deny changes to the project scope, schedule, or budget.
Risk Monitoring: Regularly reassess identified risks and their potential impact, adapting strategies as necessary.
CLOSING
Stage 05
Project Review: Evaluate project performance against the initial objectives and criteria.
Final Deliverables: Hand over the completed design or space to the client.
Stakeholder Feedback: Gather feedback from stakeholders to understand what went well and what could be improved.
Documentation: Archive all project documents, including contracts, communications, and plans, for future reference.
Release Resources: Release any hired equipment, materials, or personnel.