Illustrative progression from architectural sketches to coordinated drawings and a model

Process

Our Process

How Nest reviews your brief, agrees the scope, produces the work, checks the files, and returns them for your project team's approval.

5+ years team experience300+ projects across our professionals' architecture, interiors, and visualization workArchitect-led QA

Production workflow

A practical process for US firms that need outside architecture production support.

Outsourcing architectural production works best when the scope, standards, review schedule, and final deliverables are clear before production begins. Nest keeps the workflow simple so principals and project managers do not have to manage another complicated vendor relationship.

The process below applies to CAD drafting, BIM modeling, Revit documentation, construction documentation, 3D visualization, Scan to BIM, as-built drawings, and dedicated monthly architect support.

StartShare the real filesSend what you already have: PDFs, DWGs, Revit models, markups, scans, photos, title blocks, and sample sheets.
ReviewClarify risk before productionWe flag missing inputs, unclear scope items, software requirements, and assumptions before work begins.
DeliverPackage files for your teamOutputs come back organized for review, revision, or the next project milestone.
  1. 01

    Send files

    Share drawings, models, PDFs, point clouds, markups, standards, deadlines, and software requirements.

  2. 02

    Scope review

    We confirm the scope, required files, fee, delivery dates, and any questions to resolve before work starts.

  3. 03

    Production

    Nest produces the CAD, BIM, Revit, visualization, or as-built work with steady check-ins.

  4. 04

    QA

    Architect-led review checks consistency, completeness, file organization, and scope alignment.

  5. 05

    Delivery

    You receive packaged outputs, notes, and files ready for your internal review or next revision.

Good first projects

Start with a defined package before scaling support.

Good trial projects include CAD redline pickup, a Revit sheet set, a small Scan to BIM task, an as-built drawing package, or a focused rendering set. Once the workflow is proven, firms can move into broader architecture production services or a dedicated architect subscription.

5+ yearsof team architecture production experience
300+ projectsacross our professionals' architecture, interiors, and visualization work
US firmssupport shaped around American architecture workflows
Architect-led QAproduction checks before your team's final review
NDA before sensitive filesAgree confidentiality and the transfer method before sharing client-sensitive material.
We use your templates and softwareTemplates, software versions, file naming, and deliverables are confirmed before kickoff.
Architect-led QAWork is checked against the agreed scope and review comments before delivery.
You retain design responsibilityNest supports production under your studio direction and does not replace the local architect of record.

A practical next step

What does your team need completed next?

Discuss your drawing, model, or rendering requirements. We will review the scope and confirm available support before you commit.