Existing Conditions Surveys:

FASMA Design Group — Architect-Led Documentation

Best suited for:

  • Tenant improvements

  • Commercial renovations

  • Adaptive reuse

  • 3,000 – 20,000 SF projects

  • Developers and architects needing fast turnaround

What makes us different:

Principal-Level Involvement

Field documentation and deliverables are overseen by an architectural professional — not handed off through multiple layers.

Renovation-Focused Documentation

Drawings are structured for design, permitting, and construction workflows — not just data capture.

Faster Scheduling

Smaller, agile team. Direct communication. No corporate intake process.

Structured CAD Files

Organized layers and clean drawing sets ready for immediate use.

Continuity Advantage

If a project proceeds into renovation design, familiarity with the building reduces onboarding time and coordination risk.

National Firms vs Architect-Led Documentation

Choosing the right existing conditions provider impacts your entire renovation project.

Not all as-built documentation services operate the same way.

Below is a clear comparison to help you decide what fits your project.

When FASMA Is the Better Fit

  • Single-building renovation

  • Retail / restaurant tenant improvements

  • Office build-outs

  • Multi-tenant spaces

  • Projects requiring architectural awareness

  • Tight permitting schedules

If your project requires precision, responsiveness, and renovation intelligence — we are structured for that.

The Real Cost Difference

In renovation work, the cost of inaccurate base drawings often exceeds the cost of documentation itself.

Missing ceiling heights, incomplete stair documentation, or poorly structured CAD files create:

  • Redesign

  • Change orders

  • Permit delays

  • Field conflicts

Our process is built to reduce that downstream risk.

Other National Reality-Capture Firms

Best suited for:

  • Large institutional campuses

  • Multi-building portfolios

  • Corporate rollouts

  • 50,000+ SF documentation

  • Enterprise contracts

Typical characteristics:

  • Large field crews

  • Centralized project management

  • High-volume scanning workflows

  • Standardized deliverables

  • Multi-layer corporate structure

Strengths:

  • National coverage

  • Scalable teams

  • Strong for large institutional assets

Limitations for mid-scale renovation projects:

  • Less principal-level involvement

  • Slower response for smaller jobs

  • Generic deliverable packages

  • Less integration with architectural workflows

  • Projects under 20,000 SF may receive lower priority

When a National Firm May Be Better

  • Campus-wide scanning

  • Extremely large buildings

  • Enterprise procurement requirements

We believe in choosing the right tool for the job.

Let’s Talk About Your Project

If you have an upcoming renovation or tenant improvement and need architect-structured existing conditions documentation:

Request a Fixed-Fee Proposal