Our Process

Our work always begins with openness.

Openness to people, to ideas, to possibility and results in spaces that welcome, empower, and connect.

01
Initial Consultation
We begin with a conversation to understand your goals, needs, and project scope. This step ensures clarity from the very start and sets the foundation for a collaborative partnership.
02
Visioning Discovery
Through dialogue, research, and exploration, we uncover the story behind your project. This phase is about listening deeply and capturing the essence of your vision.
03
Concept Design
We translate ideas into early design concepts: mood, materiality, and big-picture possibilities come into focus. This is where imagination takes form.
04
Schematic Design
The vision is refined into plans, sketches, and layouts that define how the space will function and flow. Each detail begins aligning with the project's goals.
05
Design Development
Together, we refine the chosen direction, from finishes and fixtures to furnishings and lighting. This phase brings clarity, precision, and personality to the design.
06
Construction Documents
We prepare detailed drawings and specifications to guide contractors and ensure every design element is communicated clearly for execution.
07
Construction Administration
Seasoned project leadership from start to finish. We act as client and tenant representatives, serving as liaison to contractors, brokers, and landlords to ensure clarity, advocacy, and accountability.
08
Post Occupancy
Guidance before you commit. We provide experienced tenant representation for clients in-market, helping evaluate potential sites and ensure your space is the right fit before lease or build-out.

We design together.

OUI is intentionally nimble: a studio built on collaboration, accessibility, and care. Whether guiding large-scale commercial projects or intimate residential spaces, our philosophy remains the same: to create design that is thoughtful, inclusive, and enduring.

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