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KEY TAKEAWAYS:

  • Design-build construction combines design and construction services into one seamless process, saving time and reducing costs.
  • The process is broken into key phases, including planning, design, budgeting, and construction.
  • Design-build construction emphasizes communication, collaboration, and efficiency.
  • This method reduces the risks of delays, miscommunication, and budget overruns.

 

Taking on a construction project can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re dealing with multiple contractors, timelines, and budgets. That’s where design-build construction can make things a lot easier. This streamlined approach combines design and construction services under one roof, giving you a single point of contact and a cohesive team working toward your vision. Whether you’re planning a gym, fire station, or retail space, design-build construction keeps everything running smoothly from start to finish.

 

What Is Design-Build Construction?

Design Build Construction - Hammers Construction
Design Build Construction – Hammers Construction

In traditional construction methods, you’d hire separate contractors for design and construction — which often leads to communication gaps, budget issues, and scheduling delays. With design-build construction, one unified team takes care of everything, from initial design concepts to the final build. It’s a collaborative approach that simplifies the process and ensures everyone is on the same page from day one.

 

The Phases of Design-Build Construction

  1. Initial Consultation and Planning: It all starts with a conversation. Your design-build team will meet with you to discuss your goals, vision, and budget. This phase is about understanding your needs and laying the groundwork for a successful project.
  2. Concept Development and Design: Once the vision is clear, the design team gets to work creating plans and renderings. You’ll have the opportunity to provide feedback and make adjustments before the final design is locked in.
  3. Budgeting and Scheduling: With the design finalized, the team puts together a detailed budget and timeline. This transparency ensures there are no surprises later on.
  4. Permits and Approvals: Navigating permits and approvals can be a headache, but the design-build team takes care of it all, ensuring your project stays on track.
  5. Construction Begins: Now the fun part begins — the building process! With one cohesive team overseeing the project, communication is smooth, and issues are addressed quickly.
  6. Final Walkthrough and Handover Before handing over the keys, the team conducts a final walkthrough to ensure everything meets your expectations. Any last-minute tweaks are handled before the project is officially complete.

 

Why Design-Build?

So, why do so many businesses prefer design-build construction over traditional methods? Here are just a few of the top reasons:

  • Single Point of Contact: No more juggling multiple contractors. With design-build, you have one team handling everything.
  • Faster Timelines: Overlapping design and construction phases mean projects move faster.
  • Cost Savings: Fewer delays and more efficient processes keep costs under control.
  • Collaboration and Flexibility: Teams work together to solve problems and adapt quickly to changes.

 

Who Benefits Most from Design-Build?

Design-build works great for just about any type of project. But it’s especially helpful when you need a highly customized space. Some examples include:

  • Retail Stores: Flexible layouts to create inviting customer experiences.
  • Fitness Centers and Gyms: Open spaces, high ceilings, and durable flooring for workouts.
  • Fire Stations and Municipal Buildings: Functional layouts designed for safety and efficiency.
  • Distilleries and Breweries: Production areas paired with stylish tasting rooms.
  • Storage Facilities: Optimized layouts for maximum capacity and security.

If your project requires both form and function, design-build is the way to go.

 

Experience the Design-Build Difference — Contact Hammers Construction Today!

Whether you’re planning a new office or a new multi-purpose building, our specialists are here to make the process as streamlined as possible. At Hammers Construction, we specialize in design-build construction, creating custom commercial spaces that fit both your budget and your vision. From design to final build, we’ll handle every detail so you can focus on what matters most — your business. Contact us today to get started!

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

  • Design build vs. design bid build: Understanding the Options
    • Design Build:
      • Single source responsible for both design and construction.
      • Collaboration, efficiency, and faster delivery.
      • Streamlined communication and results.
      • Construction experience incorporated into design.
      • Client can focus more on their business.
      • Eliminates design driven change orders.
    • Design Bid Build:
      • Familiar process.
      • Disconnected design and construction phases.
      • Client is left to evaluate competitive bid proposals and exclusions.
      • Client struggles with scope gaps and design driven change orders.
      • Low bid often results in Client sacrificing time, quality, and overall costs.

 

Why is Design build Right for You?

If you’re currently investing in a construction project, then you’re probably wrestling with big decisions like “do I go with a design build? Or a design bid build?” But how do design builds and design bid builds compare? How do you know which one is the right choice for your project? Understanding the differences between the two is crucial. So, let’s talk about design build VS design bid build.

 

Weighing Design Build VS Design Bid Build

Design Build: Streamlining the Process for Efficiency

Design Build VS Design Bid Build - Hammers Construction
Design Build VS Design Bid Build – Hammers Construction

In the design build approach, the responsibility for both design and construction rests with a single entity, typically a construction firm or a team consisting of architects, engineers, and contractors working together. This integrated approach promotes collaboration from the project’s inception, leading to streamlined communication, enhanced coordination, and faster project delivery. One of the key advantages of design build is its efficiency. By consolidating design and construction under one roof, potential conflicts are mitigated, leading to smoother project execution and reduced turnaround times. Additionally, the close collaboration between designers and builders fosters innovative solutions and value engineering, ultimately resulting in more cost savings for the client.

 

Design Bid Build: A Traditional Approach

Contrary to design build, design bid build follows a more traditional process. Under this model, the project is divided into two separate phases: design and construction. First, the client hires an architect or design team to develop the project’s plans and specifications. Once the design is finalized, the client solicits bids from construction contractors, selecting the lowest bidder to execute the project.  Design bid build offers familiarity to many clients, as it follows a linear progression similar to other procurement methods. However, this approach often results in a disconnect between designers and contractors working independently, resulting in miscommunication, delays, and change orders.

 

Choosing the Right Approach

When you’re examining design build VS design bid build, it’s important to consider factors like project scope, timeline, budget, and the personal preferences. If your top priority is a seamless, streamlined process with a single point of accountability, then design build may be your best option. But if you need to have full control over each phase, then design bid build may be perfect for you.

 

Speak with Local Construction Experts Today

Having trouble weighing design build VS design bid build? Let us help! At Hammers Construction, we understand the importance of choosing the right approach for your construction project, and we’re here to help you make the right choice. Whether you’re embarking on a commercial, industrial, or institutional project, trust Hammers Construction to be your partner every step of the way.

Contact Hammers Construction today to speak with one of our specialists about your project!

Its January 17th! Where has the time gone? 

The progress we have made this week has been great. It has been very windy here in Colorado and we are supposed to get some weather tonight. 

Please stay tuned next week as we have an exciting new blog post coming! This will be our first post of the year for our new blog series! How exciting! 

Hammers Construction proudly serves Colorado Springs, Denver, and North Dakota as design-build general contractors. We specialize in Metal Building Construction as well as; ground up construction, land development, tenant improvements, and much more. Hammers Construction has over 25 years of experience. We are so thankful to all of our clients and are excited for the opportunities ahead! 

RS Storage: New Metal Construction in Colorado Springs, Colorado

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North Creek Restrooms: Tenant Remodel in Colorado Springs, Colorado 

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First National Bank – Flying Horse: New Building in Colorado Springs, Colorado

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Filmore RV and Covered Storage: Metal Building Construction in Colorado Springs, Colorado 

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HAPPY FRIDAY THE THIRTEENTH!!

We have had a great day here at Hammers. Witty Pork’s Woodfired Pizza stopped by and parked their rig here for some delicious lunch and we have made great progress on several jobs! How has your week gone? 

The Hammers Christmas party is tomorrow so be sure to stay tuned on social media and see all the happenings!! 

Check out our progress!

First National Bank – Flying Horse – Ground-Up New Construction in Colorado Springs, Colorado. 

Aspen Ridge Dental – Tenant Improvement in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Tom Galley – Design-Build Construction in Denver, Colorado

RS Storage – Colorado Springs, Colorado 

Lot 6 – Design-Build Construction in Colorado Springs, Colorado 

Father and Sons – New Distillery Warehouse in Colorado Springs, Colorado 

Lot 2 – Design-Build Construction Colorado Springs, Colorado 

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo 

 

 

 

 

Lots of progress this week. We are so thankful for all of our team outside and inside at Hammers; as well as our great clients.

Hammers Construction proudly serves Colorado Springs, Denver, and surrounding areas.

North Creek Restrooms – Tenant Remodel in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

First National Bank – Flying Horse – Hammers Construction is the general contractor on this project in Northern Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Lot 6 – Design-Build Construction in southern Colorado Springs. Hammers Construction specializes in Land Development. This building is part of the Claremont Business Park that we developed into a business park.

Lot 2 Building A – Build-to-Suit metal building in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Lot 2 Building B – Build-to-Suit metal building in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

RS Storage – New Construction in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Gripstone Climbing and Fitness – Design-Build project by Hammers Construction

Rocky Mountain Mens Clinic – Tenant Improvement performed by Hammers Construction in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Aspen Ridge Dental – Land Development and Teneant Improvement in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Tom Galley – Design-Build Metal Building in Denver, Colorado.

 

 

It’s already November! This year is absolutely flying by. Hammers has made lots of progress over the month of October despite some very chilly weather days!  Gripstone Climbing and Fitness is coming along nicely as well as sever other projects at the beginning and final stages.

Hammers Construction, Inc. is a team with over 25 years of experience in the commercial design-build industry. We offer an innovative, revolutionary approach to the traditional construction model. Hammers Construction proudly serves Colorado Springs, Denver, and surrounding areas.

Gripstone Climbing and Fitness – Lots of progress on this Metal Building in Colorado Springs, Colorado

 

First National Bank – Crazy weather put a slight halt on progress this week at this new build in northern Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Aspen Ridge Dental – Tenant Improvement in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Father and Sons Distillery – Design-Build Construction in Colorado Springs, Colorado at the Claremont Business Park.

Lot 6 – Metal Building Construction by Hammers Construction in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Tom Galley – This new construction in Denver, Colorado features metal building materials

RS Storage – Construction in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Rocky Mountain Mens Clinic – Tenant Remodel in Colorado Springs, Colorado

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ever at a loss of what to write? This is one of those days … but we made loads of progress despite the very cold Colorado weather that came in this week. Brrr!

Are you excited about the cooler weather or not?

We cant decide ….

Gripstone Climbing and Fitness – New Design-Build Construction in Colorado Springs, Colorado

RS Storage – New Metal Storage Facility in Colorado Springs, Colorado

First National  Bank – New Construction Colorado Springs, Colorado

Briargate PDO – Tenant Improvement in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Father and Sons Distillery – Steel Building in Colorado

Lot 6 – Design-Build Contractor building a new building in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Springs Mountain Water – Metal Building in Colorado Springs, Colorado

 

 

 

We are almost through with September. Before you know it the holidays will be here!!

Check out our progress fro this week. Hammers Construction proudly serves Colorado Springs, Denver, and surrounding areas.

Gripstone Climbing and Fitness – New Construction in Colorado Springs, Colorado

 First National Bank Flying Horse – Metal Building in Colorado Springs, Colorado

 

RS Storage – New Mini Storage in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Riverbend Crossing – Demo and Reconstruction of Strip Center and Surrounding area in Fountain, Colorado

Briargate Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics – Tenant Improvement in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Lot 6 – Design-Build Construction in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Father and Sons Distillery – Design-Build Construction in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Tom Galley – New Construction in Denver, Colorado

Springs Mountain Water – Metal Building in Colorado Springs, Colorado