Serving Northern and Southern California
Morgan Conolly is a fifth-generation San Franciscan, who creates buildings whose character reveals the adaption of traditional architecture to the satisfaction of contemporary design challenges. Every project is approached with the same philosophy: plan it well, build it well and use art as appropriate.
WHAT TO EXPECT
When starting a project, clients are asked to consider the following:
General Scope
• What kind of project do you want to design?
• What’s your short- and long-term plan for this property?
• What’s your budget?
• What’s your timeline?
Use & Function
• Who is the client and who will use the facility?
• How do you plan to use indoor and outdoor spaces?
• How much time is spent indoors vs. outdoors?
• Will the space be used for entertaining?
• What level of privacy is desired?
• Will anyone with a disability use this space?
Scheduling & Roles
• Is there a schedule for completing design and construction?
• What level of involvement will the client have in design and construction?
• Who will finance the project?
• Who will hire and manage contractors?
Design Preferences
• What design formats do you prefer (drawings, 2D/3D digital, or physical models)?
• Who will obtain permits and which authorities issue them?
• How is the architect paid?
• What architectural style do you prefer?
• Will the client provide design or material ideas?
• Are any specific design features important (bedrooms, baths, kitchen, etc.)?
• Do you have landscaping requirements?
• What kind of rooms/spaces do you want?
• How many parking spaces are required?
Site & Vision
• Are there known challenges for the site?
• What is your vision for the project?
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What areas do you serve?
A: Northern and Southern California. For remote projects, Morgan partners with trusted local firms.
Q: Do you work with residential or commercial clients?
A: Both. Project types include private residences, wineries, civic buildings, and historic restorations.
Q: How do you work with clients?
A: Through a five -phase process:
I. Schematic Design – the concept is defined.
II. Design Development – Involving the essential consultants so to build correctly.
III. Construction Documents – Creating the instructions for building.
IV. Bidding and Negotiating – Determining who is qualified to build in terms of price and quality of performance.
V. Construction Administration – Determining that the terms of the construction contract are fulfilled as per the
owner and builder agreement.
Let’s start designing your vision today!
maconarc@aol.com | 707-225-1424
Available for select projects in Northern and Southern California.