Definitions for "Schematic Design"
The preparation of studies to ascertain the requirements of the project, consisting of drawings and other documents illustrating the scale and relationships of the project components for approval by the owner. The architect also submits to the owner a preliminary estimate of construction cost based on current area, volume, or other unit costs.
The first phase of a project's design process, prepared by a design professional,of drawings and other documents illustrating the scale and relation of project components.
A conceptual design developed at the beginning of a project which demonstrates a design approach or strategy.