G.
Guidelines:
1.
Design attention will be given to all spaces. The points
to start and draw the design from, may be the lobby, but
extensions of the same quality and variety is required for
all areas.
2.
The design must offer a distinctive and followable lead
for the planning and selecting of interior furnishings.
Designs that narrow choices of procurement furnishings are
inappropriate. A working understanding of the limits of
government sources is to be considered, in order to
produce the best conditions for the furnishings
procurement official to work within.
3.
Designs that use "life-time-of-the-building" materials in
colors, patterns and designs that transcends time are
endorsed. Trendy colors and patterns are to be contained
to cycle replacement materials, such as paint and
wallcoverings.
4.
Color and patterns considerations need to include:
a.
A unifying neutral background color of a soft light
value with a medium coordinating value for the trim
elements. Eliminate bright values, such as stark
white, these cause reflections, glare and telescope
dirt and scuff marks. Avoid dark saturated colors that
visually compress space and absorb lumens.
b.
Provide moderate value accents for interest, direction
and aesthetics. Soft accents on walls facing task
surfaces avoiding strong accents that confront the
occupants. Warm color to stimulate, cool color to
relax, all to denote dignity and expression of the
office environment, with appropriate durability to
facilitate housekeeping.
c.
Multi-toned patterned carpet is best suited for soil
hiding requirements.
d.
Pattern and textures are good for interest,
maintenance and sound.
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THE DESIGN PROCESS:
A.
Follow requirements in VA Program Guide, PG-18-15, A/E
Submission Instructions: Schematics; Design Development; and
Construction Documents.
B.
The participation between the Architect/Engineer's Designer,
the VA Central Office Interior Design representative and the
VA Regional Office representative/Interior Designer will occur
formally at each review and as needed between reviews. Since
all participants are professionals of the same profession,
significant benefits can be gained by managing the process
into a team effort which can only lead to better decisions and
an expansion of the design.
C.
The interior design, from developmental stage, until approval,
needs to remain fluid. Comments and responses do not
jeopardize the accomplished work and the project should remain
on a positive progression.
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