RIBA Work Stage 4: Technical Design
At Architecture North, every stage of the RIBA Work Stages is about moving your project one step closer to reality. Stage 4: Technical Design is where ideas turn into precise construction details. Following a successful planning decision, this stage focuses on transforming your developed design into a coordinated technical package that builders, engineers, and inspectors can rely on to bring your vision to life.
🌟 What Happens at Stage 4?
Stage 4 is all about detail and compliance. During this stage, we:
Develop the technical design in accordance with Building Regulations.
Prepare detailed architectural drawings, specifications, and coordinated information for your project.
Ensure all design aspects are ready for construction, including structural, mechanical, and electrical elements
Incorporate input from appointed specialists, such as structural engineers, to guarantee accuracy and compliance
Every drawing and specification is carefully prepared to ensure your project not only looks great on paper but can also be built safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard.
🏗️ Working with Structural Engineers
If your project requires structural calculations, we collaborate with trusted third-party structural engineers. Their calculations, produced to comply with Part A of Building Regulations, are integrated directly into our architectural drawings and specifications. This coordination ensures that the design works seamlessly, both aesthetically and structurally.
📝 Sign-Off and Approvals
Once we have prepared your coordinated Technical Design drawings, we present them to you for approval. When you are satisfied, you sign off the drawings, confirming that you are ready to move forward. These signed-off documents are then:
Submitted to your chosen contractor or builder for accurate pricing and delivery.
Reviewed by an approved building control inspector to confirm compliance with all regulations.
This step gives everyone involved confidence that the project is fully designed, compliant, and ready to be built.
💡 Why Stage 4 Matters
Stage 4 may feel highly technical, but it is one of the most important milestones in your project. By creating a detailed and fully coordinated package, we reduce the risk of delays, errors, or unexpected costs during construction. For you as a client, it means peace of mind knowing that your design has been carefully developed into a buildable, compliant plan that sets your project up for success.
🌟 Let’s Build Confidence in Your Vision
At Architecture North, Stage 4 is where inspiration meets precision. It is your opportunity to see your design transformed into a fully coordinated technical package, giving you clarity and assurance before construction begins.
👉 Curious about what comes next? Stay tuned for our upcoming blog on RIBA Work Stage 5: Construction.
👉 Thinking about starting your own project? Get in touch with us today and let’s turn your ideas into a buildable reality.