Project Phases
High-level overview of all project phases from planning through final setup.
Project Setup
Establish documentation methodology and create templates and conventions.
100%- -Write Project Motivation
- -Document Intended Use
- -Calculate Isolation Requirement
- -Establish Technical Targets
- -Document Timeline and Budget
- -Organize Project Structure
- -Create Brief Document
- -Update Project Documentation
Planning & Permits
Site assessment, local code research, permit applications, and budget planning.
35%- ~Research Cedar Park building codes
- -Select building site
- -Checkpoint - Review before permit
- -Obtain building permit
- -Obtain electrical permit
- -Document project scope
- -Final checkpoint
Design
3D modeling, floor plan, sound isolation strategy, electrical layout, and materials selection.
15%- ~Determine structure dimensions
- ~Select wall assembly system
- -Analyze cost vs. soundproofing
- -Design foundation system
- -Design ceiling/roof assembly
- -Plan door and window strategy
- -Design HVAC system
- -Plan electrical layout
- -Finalize decoupling strategy
- -Establish project budget
- -Create construction drawings
Site Prep & Foundation
Ground clearing, leveling, formwork, concrete slab pour, and curing.
0%Structure
Outer shell construction, roof structure, door and window rough openings.
0%Exterior
Sheathing, roofing, siding, exterior door and windows.
0%Systems
Electrical rough-in, HVAC planning, soundproofing layers.
0%Interior Finish
Insulation, drywall, flooring, interior door, trim and paint.
0%Acoustic Treatment
Bass traps, absorption panels, diffusion if needed.
0%Final Setup
Equipment installation, final inspection, punch list completion.
0%Notes
Phases may be split or combined as the project evolves. Detailed specs are created just-in-time, 1-2 phases ahead.