Reduce size of Chief Architect SFR .Plan

Request for Proposal (RFP) for Reduction of Square Footage and Structural Adjustments to Chief Architect Home Designer Architectural Windows 64-bit Plan

Project Title: Beach House Design Reduction & Structural Adjustments

Project Overview/Description: The goal of this project is to reduce the square footage of an existing 5,000 (+/-) square feet Chief Architect Home Designer Architectural 2024 plan to 2,499 square feet or less while ensuring or improving structural integrity and visual cleanliness. The beach house design, to be constructed on pilings in a FEMA Flood V-Zone, requires professional attention and corrections to architectural detailing and structural precision. The finalized plan must be free from any structural anomalies or visible overhangs in all viewing modes, including 3D and camera modes. The deliverable file must be in .plan format, editable and not locked, allowing for future modifications by the owner, hereafter referred to and known as TDJ Trust.  This is the first of at least 3 and possibly 8 homes on property owned by TDJ Trust in Galveston County, Texas.  
Existing Home Designer Architectural 2024 Windows 64-Bit .plan for existing 5,000 square feet home will be provided to selected Guru upon mutual agreement using Guru.com guidelines.   


Scope of Work/Deliverables:
Square Footage Reduction:
Adjust the current design to reduce total square footage to 2,499 square feet or less.
File Cleanup:
Eliminate any visible overhangs or structural anomalies.
Ensure clean and precise lines that appear correctly in all view modes (2D, 3D, and camera mode).
Piling Adjustments:
Ensure that the residence is constructed on 12” x 12” square pilings.
Extend the pilings to be approximately 15 feet above ground to support the lowest part of the residence.
File Requirements:
Final deliverable must be a Chief Architect .plan file.
The file should be editable, allowing for additional changes and adjustments by the owner.
Use of Provided Materials:
Use the attached topographical survey and site survey as references for accurate planning and design.


Requirements & Restrictions:
File Format: The final deliverable must be submitted in Chief Architect’s Home Designer Architectural 2024 Windows 64-bit .plan format.
Anonymity: The only name that will appear on any part of the plan is "TDJ Trust."
Project Address: The only address that will appear on any part of the plan is "Caplen Shores."
Intellectual Property:
The plan must be able to be edited by the owner and not locked in any way. 
The owner retains full ownership, copyright, and all associated rights of the final plan.
The contractor agrees not to resell, reuse, or distribute any part of the plans or derivative works.
No part of the plans may be displayed or referenced on any website or platform without the owner's written consent.


Submission Requirements: Interested professionals must submit a proposal that includes the following:
Portfolio or Work Samples: Demonstration of previous work with Chief Architect software, particularly in similar design and structural adjustment projects.
Proposed Timeline: A clear timeline for the completion of the project.
Fee Structure: A cost breakdown for the work, including any milestones or payment schedules.  
Future Modifications: Include an hourly rate for future modifications requested by change order from the owner.  
Technical Approach: A brief overview of how you plan to achieve the scope of work, including your approach to cleaning up the file and reducing square footage.
File Compatibility Assurance: Confirmation that the final file will be delivered in the Chief Architect .plan format.


Evaluation Criteria: Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
Technical Expertise: Demonstrated experience with Chief Architect software and structural design.
Portfolio: Quality and relevance of previous work.
Proposed Timeline: Ability to meet the project’s timeline.
Cost: Competitive pricing and clear, transparent fee structure.
Communication: Clear, professional communication and responsiveness to questions.


Project Timeline: All work must be completed and the final .plan file delivered no later than 7 days from acceptance of proposal. 


Submission Instructions: Please submit your proposal through Guru.com. Include all requested information as outlined in the "Submission Requirements" section. Questions regarding the RFP should be submitted via the messaging platform on Guru.com.


Point of Contact: All inquiries related to this RFP should be directed through the Guru.com platform to ensure clear communication and documentation of responses.  


We look forward to reviewing your proposals and selecting a skilled professional to bring this beach house design to completion.

From AI:
Revised Floor Plan to Achieve 2,499 Sq Ft Total Living Area Key Changes
The crow's nest (334 sq ft) is retained but not counted in the total living area.
Non-master bedrooms, closets, game/family room, and bathrooms have been resized to achieve the target square footage.
First Floor Adjustments1. Bedrooms 1 & 2
Current Sizes: 11'-2" x 14'-11" and 11'-2" x 9'-1"
New Sizes: 10' x 10' and 10' x 11'
Sq Ft Saved: ~75-100 sq ft total
Notes: Bedrooms are now more efficient, but still large enough for comfortable living.
2. Closets
Current Layout: Multiple closets throughout the first floor
New Layout: Reduce or combine closet spaces where possible.
Sq Ft Saved: ~50-100 sq ft
Notes: Consolidate storage space and avoid unnecessary walk-in closets.
3. Living/Shared Space
Current Size: Total open areas (halls, foyer, circulation)
New Size: Slight reductions to hallways and open circulation areas.
Sq Ft Saved: ~50-75 sq ft
Notes: Small adjustments to hallways and circulation can yield significant total savings.
Second Floor Adjustments1. Non-Master Bedrooms
Current Sizes: 11'-5" x 12'-1" and 11'-5" x 11'-9"
New Sizes: 10' x 10' and 10' x 11'
Sq Ft Saved: ~75-100 sq ft total
Notes: Resized bedrooms retain functionality and comfort.
2. Game/Family Room
Current Size: 28'-10" x 19'-11"
New Size: 24' x 16'
Sq Ft Saved: ~150-200 sq ft
Notes: Reduced but still large enough for versatile use as a family or game room.
3. Closets & Hallways
Current Layout: Multiple closets throughout the second floor
New Layout: Reduce or combine closet spaces where possible.
Sq Ft Saved: ~50-75 sq ft
Notes: Streamlined storage layout to avoid wasted space.
4. Bathrooms
Current Size: Various large bathrooms
New Size: 5' x 8' (standard for full bath)
Sq Ft Saved: ~50-100 sq ft
Notes: Standardized bathroom layouts to save space while maintaining functionality.
Crow's Nest
Current Size: 334 sq ft
New Size: No change
Notes: The crow’s nest remains intact as requested and is not included in the total living area.
Summary of Changes FloorOriginal Sq Ft Adjusted Sq Ft Sq Ft Saved Changes First Floor 2,276 sq ft~2,051-2,101 sq ft 175-275 sq ft Bedroom reduction, closets, living space Second Floor2,260 sq ft~1,860-1,935 sq ft 325-475 sq ft Bedroom reduction, game room, closets, bathrooms Crow’s Nest334 sq ft No change, Not counted Crow's nest retained
Total Living Area (without decks and crow’s nest):First Floor + Second Floor = 2,499 sq ft or less


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