Services

MJMC Architects is a full service, experienced and knowledgeable, Architectural and Interiors Design firm ready and able to meet your project needs. In addition to the services listed below MJMC Architects subcontracts with Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Process Engineering firms, with whom they have teamed in the past, to meet the needs as warranted by the project at hand. Additionally, MJMC Architects has a good knowledge of, and working relationship with, numerous General Contractors and / or Specialty (Trades) Contractors to meet the project’s construction needs. Whether the client desires a traditional “Design–Bid–Build” or “Design-Build” contracting approach, MJMC Architects can assist in structuring and facilitating an Integrated Project Delivery team of professional to promote the project’s success.

In the simplest terms "Project Management" is the definition and moitoring of "Scope, Schedule, and Budget". Each of these items is further broken down and documented.

Scope is the definition of "what" is to be accomplished; Scope is broken out and aligned with the team members to avoid redundancy and ensure comprehension of the tasks at hand
Schedule is the amount of time allotted to accomplish the Scope. The complexity of the schedule is to be appropriate to the complexity of the project.
Budget is the forward looking estimated “Probable Cost of Work”.

The Scope, Schedule and Budget are the three-legged chair that a project’s success rests upon; proper definition, team buy-in, alignment of expectation and accountability are critical to keeping the seat level such that project is delivered as planned.
Subcategories of the Scope, Schedule and Budget will include:

Resource Allocation – the assignment of personnel and other physical needs to accomplish the defined tasks within the defined Schedule and Budget.
Recovery Plan – A change to any of the three legs of the chair affects the other. A scope increase or decrease will affect the Schedule and Budget.
Contingency – provides at onset of the project a cushion to the schedule and budget to deal with unforeseen events / undiscovered territory.

The AIA defines programming as:

“The research and decision-making process that defines the problem to be solved by the design.”

The “Program” is the documented result of the programming process; a record of design parameters to be met, including but not necessarily limited to:

Functional / Workflow
Aesthetic Desires
Space allocation
Adjacencies
Circulation
vehicular, pedestrian, product, etc.
Flexibility
Expandability
Specialty Equipment
Specialty Systems
Constraints
Other?

Planning, as provided by MJMC Architects includes, Project Management, Site / Infrastructure Planning and Building Planning in response to the program.

MJMC Architects goal with design is to provide the client with a facility that meets or exceeds aligned expectations. Site Design, Building Design and / or Interior design services are offered by MJMC Architects. Design is the Aesthetic and Functional solution to the stated problem (see programming) and is based upon the Project Plan and Program. Aesthetics are seen as by MJMC Architects as one of the functional issues to be addressed during design. This is to say that depending on the project needs and client’s desires the Design may be aligned with a particular “style” or “movement” in design or might be a more reaching design that challenges pre-dated typology.

The deliverables from this service is typically the documentation conveying in graphic, written and or sculptural form the scope to be accomplished by the Constructor; the deliverables may include drawings, renderings, specifications, models, etc. The American Institute of Architects has established the precedent that these documents are the property of the design team and are understood to be an “Instrument of Service” rendered; unless otherwise previously agreed upon by the contracting entities.

MJMC Architects has specific knowledge and experience in the design and classification of Cleanrooms for both the wet and dry sciences. “Wet” sciences include the “Life Sciences” or “Biotech” industry and may include Research and Development, Pharmaceutical / Nutraceutical Production, Validation and / or Medical Device manufacturing facilities among others. “Dry” sciences might include Electrical Engineering, Microelectronic Fabrication, Research and Development facilities. Cleanrooms are classified in accordance with ISO 14644 and or Federal Standard 209E (older classification system but still may be used in the US).

MJMC Architects has specific knowledge and experience in the design and classification of Laboratories for both the wet and dry sciences for universities and the private sector. “Wet” sciences include the “Life Sciences” or “Biotech” industry and may include Research and Development, Pharmaceutical / Nutraceutical Production, Validation and / or Test. “Dry” sciences might include Electrical Engineering, Microelectronic Fabrication Test, Research and Development facilities.

Laboratories for Life Sciences are designed to align with “Good Laboratory Practices” (GLP) and, depending on the type of Pathogens or Pharmaceutical Process, will be classified based on Bio Safety Level (BSL 1-4) and occasionally are classified as (P 1-4) based on “Pathogen” or “Protection” level. BSL / PSL 1 carrying the lowest hazard level while BSL / PSL 4 the highest threat as they handle pathogens known to be highly contagious and highly disabling and/or lethal, such as the Ebola or Small Pox Viruses. with Cleanrooms are classified in accordance with ISO 14644 and or Federal Standard 209E (older classification system but still may be used in the US

Known and referred to commonly as “CA” the Construction Contract Administration phase is the phase of the project when the Constructor is erecting or finishing out a project; it is the phase when the facility is built. Depending on the contracting approach the Architect / Interior Designer may have various levels of participation and responsibility during this phase. Typical to most contracting approaches the Architect / Interior Designer will review of Shop Drawings and Submittals, Respond to Requests for Information (RFI’s) and attendance at periodic jobsite meetings as well as making periodic site observations.

MJMC Architects is experienced in the analysis of Building Codes and the impact and requirements on facilities that must comply with these codes. The currently applicable building codes in most US municipalities are collectively a family of model codes produced by the International Code Council or, ICC.

MJMC Architects has the experience to review, annotate, explain and incorporate these code requirements to meet your project needs; including a specialization in Liquid and Gas Chemical, Shipping / Receiving areas, Storage and use.

MJMC Architects can offer Furniture, Furnishings and Equipment (FFE) design assistance to clientele as desired. These services are to provide a general specification and layout based on requirements programmed with the client. Once established and agreed upon the documentation will be issued to vendors and suppliers for bid purposes. A review of the bids and interview(s) with potential providers is then facilitated between the client and the vendor by MJMC Architects as part of the selection process. The selected vendor then works closely with MJMC Architects and the client on coordination of furniture finish material and colors as well as configuration.

MJMC Architects does not currently represent a particular manufacturer’s line of products nor are they compensated by furniture vendors, as are some Interior Design firms. Rather, MJMC Architects contracts with the client to provide this service based on the project’s need and complexity.