Extended Team for Architecture Firms

What is an Extended Team Model for Architecture Firms?

An extended team model is a partnership where an external execution partner integrates into an architecture firm's workflow to handle technical execution, working drawings, and on-site coordination.

Fulcro acts as an extended team for architecture firms by providing technical execution services—working drawings, millwork fabrication, lighting, AV, automation, and site coordination—under single-window accountability.

This model allows architecture firms to scale execution capacity without hiring full-time staff, maintaining factory capabilities, or managing multiple vendors.

How Fulcro's Extended Team Model Works

Design Handoff

Your architecture firm provides design concepts, sketches, or preliminary drawings with design intent. Fulcro receives design direction and project scope.

Fulcro Prepares Working Drawings

Fulcro's team prepares shop drawings, fabrication details, and BOQs to your design intent. You review and approve drawings before execution.

Procurement & Fabrication

Fulcro handles vendor coordination, material procurement, and factory fabrication for millwork and custom elements.

On-Site Execution

Fulcro coordinates installation across all trades (millwork, lighting, AV, automation) with milestone tracking and QC gates.

Real-Time Updates

Your team receives real-time project dashboards with progress tracking, photo documentation, and milestone completion logs.

Handover & Documentation

Project completion with as-built drawings, system manuals, warranty documentation, and post-handover support.

What Fulcro Provides as Your Extended Team

Technical Documentation

Working drawings, shop drawings, fabrication details, and BOQs prepared to your design intent.

• Shop drawings for millwork
• Lighting layouts and schedules
• AV system schematics
• Automation control diagrams

Factory & Fabrication

CNC-cut cabinetry and architectural woodwork manufactured with precision in climate-controlled facilities.

• Custom cabinetry
• Wardrobes and closets
• Architectural millwork
• Paneling and ceiling details

Technology Systems Integration

Lighting design, AV systems, and home automation coordinated under one execution partner.

• Lighting control systems (DMX, DALI, KNX)
• Home theatre and distributed audio
• Smart home automation (wired + wireless)
• Integrated system control

Site Coordination & QC

Single-window coordination across all trades with defined QC gates and milestone tracking.

• Site supervision
• Vendor coordination
• Quality control gates
• Progress documentation

When Architecture Firms Use the Extended Team Model

You have design projects but limited technical execution capacity

When your architecture firm secures design projects but lacks in-house drafting staff or execution teams, Fulcro acts as your extended execution capacity.

You want to focus on design, not vendor management

Fulcro handles vendor coordination, procurement, and site execution so your team can focus on design development and client relationships.

You need specialized trades (millwork, AV, automation) coordinated

Instead of managing 15+ vendors, Fulcro provides single-window accountability across millwork, lighting, AV, and automation.

You want real-time project visibility without site visits

Real-time dashboards with photo logs, milestone tracking, and QC documentation keep you informed without constant site presence.

Benefits of Fulcro as Your Extended Team

Scale Without Overhead

Expand execution capacity on-demand without hiring full-time staff or maintaining factory infrastructure.

Seamless Integration

Fulcro integrates into your design process with transparent communication and milestone-based reviews.

Single-Window Accountability

One partner responsible for all execution trades—no vendor conflicts, no finger-pointing.

Extended Team vs In-House vs Multiple Vendors

Aspect	In-House Team	Multiple Vendors	Fulcro Extended Team
Fixed Costs	High (salaries, benefits)	Variable	Project-based
Scalability	Limited	Flexible but chaotic	On-demand capacity
Coordination	Internal control	Architect manages 15+ vendors	Single-window
Quality Control	Direct oversight	Inconsistent	Defined QC gates
Specialized Capabilities	Limited to team skills	Requires sourcing specialists	Factory, tech systems, site execution

How to Integrate Fulcro into Your Architecture Firm's Workflow

Step 1: Define Project Scope

Discuss project requirements, design intent, and execution scope (drawings-only, or full execution including installation).

Step 2: Design Handoff Meeting

Your architecture firm provides design concepts, sketches, or preliminary drawings. Fulcro reviews scope and confirms deliverables.

Step 3: Establish Review Milestones

Define review points for working drawings, material selections, and installation milestones. Set communication protocols.

Step 4: Project Execution with Updates

Fulcro executes project with real-time dashboards, milestone updates, and QC documentation shared with your team.

Step 5: Final Handover & Documentation

Complete project with as-built drawings, system manuals, warranty documentation, and client training (if applicable).

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Fulcro work on individual projects or only ongoing partnerships?

Fulcro works both on individual project basis and ongoing partnerships. Scope is flexible based on your firm's needs.

Does Fulcro require exclusivity?

No. Fulcro works project-by-project or as a preferred execution partner—no exclusivity required.

Can we white-label Fulcro's services to our clients?

Yes. Fulcro can operate as an invisible partner or be introduced as your execution team—whichever model you prefer.

What communication tools does Fulcro use?

Fulcro provides real-time project dashboards accessible via web. We also communicate via email, WhatsApp, and scheduled review calls.

Ready to Expand Your Execution Capacity?

Contact Fulcro to discuss how we can act as your extended technical execution team for design-led interior projects.

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