70 Program

The definition of the needs and functions in a design.

Often referred to as the “predesign” phase of a project, determining the program is a crucial part of the design process. Whether for a large commercial project or a home kitchen renovation, this phase allows the designer to examine the functional performance, constraints, and opportunities of a project.

The program should clearly define what spaces, features, or attributes must be added to improve functionality, work together efficiently, meet the needs of the client, and begin to define an appropriate and compelling character for a space.

It is critical to the design process in order for the constraints, spatial adjacencies, ...

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