O'Tuama Brian

We are a design-led architecture and interiors practice that takes pride in creating innovative design solutions for our clients. With over 20 years of experience, we have established a reputation for delivering high-quality projects that exceed client expectations. Our team of experts is passionate about creating innovative and functional designs that meet the unique needs of each client.

Our Approach

At Brian O'Tuama Architects, we believe that clarity is an important theme in all our work. This manifests itself in many ways - in the overall form of a space, in how it is lit, in the materials used to create it. We take great care to ensure that all our projects are thoroughly designed and executed, from the initial concept to the final completion.

Services

We provide full services on most of the projects we work on, which essentially means we coordinate all design, statutory approval, technical and tender aspects of the project prior to construction and then monitor the construction through to completion. Our services are carried out in consecutive work stages.

0. Initial Consultation

When a potential client contacts us about a project, if the specifics of the project (scale, budget, timings, etc.) are appropriate, we generally arrange to meet the client to view the site and discuss needs, ideas, and other relevant information. There is no charge for this consultation. If there is mutual interest in proceeding further, we then prepare a proposal of services and fees for the client's approval.

1. Preparation & Brief

We believe that a collaborative approach between architect and client is essential for a successful project. With a shared vision in mind, we develop the brief by listening to your needs and by supporting your decisions. We provide you with our expertise and unlock hidden potential presented by your project. We would typically meet with you once or twice during this stage.

2. Concept Design

The concept design is progressed by translating our collective ideas into carefully considered design options. These options are presented to you through the use of drawings and three-dimensional studies. With your budget and aspirations in mind, the design evolves closely with you so that the best aspects of each option are carried through to the next work stage, Developed Design. We would typically meet with you once or twice during this stage.

3. Spatial Coordination

We develop a more detailed and coherent design during this stage. In addition, we either obtain an estimated construction cost from a trusted contractor, or you may engage the services of a quantity surveyor to prepare a cost plan, using the developed design drawings in both cases. We then present this information to you and discuss it with you. If required, we prepare all relevant information for the submittal of a planning application to the local authority. At this point, we also begin to organize the entire design team to begin work on the technical design. We would typically meet with you twice during this stage.

4. Technical Design

We now develop the design to the level of information that will be required for tender / detailed costing and construction. We create drawings and schedules that fully illustrate and describe what the finished project will look like and how it will be built. Once again, working closely with you to ensure that the final product meets your needs and expectations.

Our Expertise

With extensive experience of a wide range of project types, both new-build and refurbishments, including commercial, leisure / retail and residential - across an equally broad range of scales and budgets. Our expertise includes:

• Commercial Properties
• Leisure & Retail
• Residential Properties
• New-Build Developments
• Refurbishments

Our Results

With a track record of delivering high-quality projects that exceed client expectations, we pride ourselves on our repeat business and word-of-mouth referrals. Our commitment to ensuring that each project is thoroughly designed and executed has earned us a reputation as a dependable and skilled architectural practice.