FOUNDATION
Climate logic, envelope integrity, and systems strategy are established before schematic design begins. The architect of record translates those conditions into permitted documents. b.a. forma originates the design framework those documents must express, and maintains design jurisdiction through construction.
INTERIOR DESIGN
Millwork, fixtures, material, lighting, and spatial logic are resolved through the same climate and performance logic as the site and envelope. Interior design is not a separate track. Decorative decisions are not appended to a completed building.
HIGH PERFORMANCE
Passive House and LEED certification targets are established during concept development. Certification is the result of early integration.
SUSTAINABILITY
Climate and performance logic precede form. Durability, maintenance capacity, and long-term stewardship are ethical baselines applied to every budget, scale, and project. They are not premium options.