The Harmann Process

Step 1. Feasibility

This initial phase involves preliminary building studies and surveys, as well as developing the project brief. It includes gaining a deeper understanding of you, your business, your work processes, and your design aspirations. Additionally, we assess project timelines and budgets to ensure alignment with your goals.

Hannah sitting with clients at a table discussing fabric swatches and design plans in a brightly lit office.

Step 2. Concept

This marks the beginning of the creative process, where we collaborate with you to develop 2D space plans and explore design influences and styles.

Design plan for reception and lounge area featuring a staircase with black handrails, modern lighting fixtures, wooden wall panels, wallpaper with nature imagery, and materials including rug, geometric tiles, stair tread, paint, vinyl planks, upholstery, and timber slats.

Step 3. Design Development

At this stage, we refine the details of the scheme, finalising internal layouts and specifying key finishes, furniture and equipment (FF&E) and develop feature lighting  specification and layouts. Many clients choose to visualise their design through a 3D rendered images at this point.

Design plan for a hospitality and coffee bar space with elements labeled, including media wall with inset screen shelving, pendant lighting, a bar with curved brick feature ceiling, lounge chairs, a coffee table, stools, and a kids area, along with sketches, photos, and floor layout.
Architectural floor plan of a building with labeled spaces including entrance, meeting rooms, conference area, lounge, storage, restrooms, outdoor areas, and various interior design features.

Step 4. Detailed Design

Once the design has been signed off we move into the detailed design stage where we produce a set of fully coordinated construction drawings.

FF&E schedules will be finalised as will all sanitary, joinery and lighting requirements.

Design drawing of a cafe or bar interior, showing a ceiling with hanging light bulbs and floral decorations, and a counter with open shelves, drink chillers, and bins. A note indicates client-supplied coffee machines.

Step 5. Construction

Once a contractor has been appointed, we will work with the team to assist with any on-site design queries, snagging and meetings. Being part of the process from concept through to completion enables us to control your design goals and ensure a quality build with a snag free handover.

Overhead view of an indoor space under renovation, with a black carpet, a white sheet covering part of the floor, construction tools and materials, a seating area near large glass doors, and partially installed flooring.
Construction site with a patterned tile wall, gold metal frame shelving, and a partially covered counter with wrapping paper and tools.
Interior space under construction with scattered tools, wood, and materials, featuring a wooden panel wall and a skylight ceiling.