Designing and building a new home or undertaking a major renovation and addition is a significant investment—one that requires thoughtful planning, expert craftsmanship, and seamless coordination. At RS Mannino, we take a full-service approach to architecture, interior design, construction, and estate management, ensuring that every phase of your project is meticulously executed.
Unlike traditional project delivery, where homeowners juggle multiple firms, our integrated design-build model offers a streamlined process, budget transparency, and a cohesive vision—from concept to completion.
If you're planning a custom home or a major home transformation, here’s what you can expect at every stage of our process.
Step 1: Pre-Design – Laying the Foundation for Success
Before we start designing, we take a strategic deep dive into your vision, site conditions, and investment goals.
What Happens in This Phase?
✔ Site Analysis & Feasibility Study – Evaluating zoning laws, site constraints, and environmental factors for new homes or additions.
✔ Lifestyle & Aesthetic Goals – Understanding how you live and what design elements matter most to you.
✔ Initial Budgeting & Control Estimate – Establishing preliminary cost expectations to align with your investment.
💡 Why This Step Matters: Whether you're building from the ground up or expanding your home, this phase ensures that every decision is made with budget, feasibility, and long-term vision in mind.
Step 2: Schematic Design – Concept Development & Budget Checkpoint
Once we’ve established a clear direction, we begin shaping the initial design concepts for your home.
Key Elements of This Phase:
✔ Site & Floor Plan Development – Establishing the home's footprint, layout, and spatial organization.
✔ Architectural Massing & Elevation Studies – Visualizing the home’s exterior form and proportions.
✔ Preliminary Material & Finish Selections – Setting the foundation for design style and interior cohesion.
✔ Updated Control Estimate – Refining costs to ensure alignment with your budget before moving forward.
🖌 Why This Step Matters: This phase allows you to see and refine the home’s layout and character while keeping costs under control.
Step 3: Design Development & Construction Documents – Refining the Vision While Fast-Tracking Permits
As the design takes shape, we refine every architectural and interior detail while simultaneously preparing documents for permit submission and construction planning.
What Happens in This Phase?
✔ Detailed Interior & Exterior Design Refinements – Solidifying materials, millwork, cabinetry, lighting, and more.
✔ Custom Furniture & FF&E Selections – Designing built-in furnishings, lighting plans, and key interior elements.
✔ Structural & Mechanical Coordination – Ensuring HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems align with the architecture.
✔ Construction Drawings & Permit Preparation – Finalizing detailed blueprints for submission.
✔ Updated Control Estimate – Verifying the evolving design is still on budget.
🚀 Why This Step Matters: Parallel processing of permit submissions and design refinement helps accelerate the project timeline while keeping costs in check.
Step 4: Permitting Review & Procurement – Securing Approvals & Preparing for Construction
Before breaking ground, we handle the logistics, approvals, and material ordering to keep the project on schedule.
What’s Included?
✔ Permit Coordination & Approvals – Managing applications for new construction or major additions.
✔ Early Material Procurement – Ordering long-lead-time items such as custom windows, specialty finishes, and cabinetry.
✔ Final Construction Schedule & Control Estimate – Ensuring all details align before work begins.
⏳ Why This Step Matters: Advanced planning eliminates delays, ensuring your project moves smoothly into the build phase.
Step 5: Construction & Execution – Bringing Your Vision to Life
With our architect-led construction team, we ensure that the design intent is perfectly executed, balancing quality, craftsmanship, and efficiency.
What to Expect During This Phase?
✔ Site Preparation & Foundation Work – Clearing, grading, and laying the groundwork for new structures.
✔ Structural Framing & Roofing – Building the bones of your new home or addition.
✔ Custom Millwork & Cabinetry Installation – Bringing bespoke architectural details to life.
✔ Interior Finishes & Final Detailing – Installing flooring, fixtures, and luxury design elements.
✔ Real-Time Budget & Schedule Updates – Keeping you informed through Buildertrend project tracking.
🏗 Why This Step Matters: Our high-touch project management ensures that your home is built with uncompromising quality and attention to detail.
Step 6: FF&E Installation & Styling – Curating a Move-In-Ready Home
Unlike standard builders, we don’t stop at construction—we design, source, and install every furniture and décor element for a fully furnished home.
What’s Included?
✔ Custom Furniture, Art, & Accessories Installation – Tailoring pieces to fit your home perfectly.
✔ Luxury Lighting, Rugs & Textiles – Completing the ambiance with refined details.
✔ Final Styling & Detailing – Ensuring every room is move-in ready.
✨ The Result? A flawlessly designed home that feels intentional, elegant, and uniquely yours.
Step 7: Client Walkthrough & Handover – Ensuring Perfection
Before we officially turn over the home, we conduct a final quality check and walkthrough.
What Happens in This Phase?
✔ Final Touch-Ups & Detailing – Addressing any last-minute refinements.
✔ Homeowner Orientation – Guiding you through home systems, smart features, and warranties.
✔ Photography & Documentation – Capturing the finished home for your records.
🏡 Why This Step Matters: We ensure that your new home or major addition is delivered with the highest standards—ready for you to enjoy immediately.
Step 8: Estate Management & Maintenance – Protecting Your Investment
Your home is a long-term investment, and we help preserve and maintain it for years to come.
How We Support You Post-Project:
✔ Routine Maintenance & Seasonal Inspections – Keeping everything in peak condition.
✔ Immediate Repair Services – Handling unexpected issues with efficiency.
✔ Future Home Enhancements & Additions – Supporting your evolving needs over time.
🔑 Why This Step Matters: Our estate management services give you peace of mind, ensuring your home continues to reflect its original beauty and performance.
Why Choose RS Mannino for Your New Home or Major Renovation?
Unlike firms that only design or only build, we manage the entire process—from initial concept to long-term care—ensuring a truly seamless experience.
✅ Architect-led process ensures cohesive, high-quality results.
✅ Parallel permit & design approach accelerates timelines.
✅ Control Estimates at Every Phase keep your project on budget.
✅ FF&E services for a fully curated, move-in-ready home.
✅ Estate management for long-term home maintenance.
Are You Ready to Build or Transform Your Home?
Let’s discuss how RS Mannino can bring your vision to life. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
