“Know Your Building”. It’s a thorough, transparent approach to determining the most efficient and economical way to deliver the building you envision. It’s a “New School” approach to design and construction—and it’s Norwest’s exclusive methodology.

 

This proprietary methodology is a rigorous process which extends far beyond the initial conversations with our clients. KYB starts with doing homework up front in a detail-oriented fashion, researching building infrastructure, jurisdictions, selecting the right subcontractors.

 

The exact same project in different buildings will always vary in cost regardless of a building’s age or appearance. Some of the in-depth questions we’ll explore are:

 

• Are the electrical and plumbing systems adequate for your use, or do they need upgrading?

• What’s a cold shell and why does it matter?

• Is there enough heating and cooling and how old are the mechanical units?

• Will your project be assessed traffic, sewer, and parks fees?

• Does the “Landlord’s Work” mean what you think it does?

 

A KYB assessment calculates and documents the “surprise costs.” A KYB can:

 

• Save you from a bad investment

• Provide necessary documentation before signing to lease or purchase to negotiate cost sharing with the landlord or seller

• Transparency for a more accurate budget.