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Our Process
The Development Journey
Starts with a Vision
PHASE 01
Planning & Pre-Development Phase
Laying the Groundwork for Success!
This phase is the foundation of the entire project. The pre-development phase is critical for setting clear goals, identifying risks, and creating a roadmap for success. In this stage of the project as your Owner’s Representative, Sprig provides strategic guidance, help with site selection, conducts due-diligence studies, and coordinate initial project planning. Acting as the owner’s proxy, we work closely with all stakeholders to ensure that the project’s objectives align with the owner’s vision, goals and budget.
At Sprig, due diligence is the essential process of thoroughly evaluating every aspect of a project—from site selection and financial viability to regulatory compliance—ensuring that our clients make informed decisions that minimize risks and maximize returns. This comprehensive analysis allows us to protect your investment and set the foundation for a successful development.
Concept development is where your vision takes shape. We collaborate closely with you to create a tailored project plan that aligns with your goals, market trends, and guest experience. This phase ensures that your project’s design, branding, and functionality are both innovative and strategically positioned for long-term success.
This is the critical stage where we establish the scope, objectives, and key deliverables of your development. By clearly outlining timelines, budgets, and responsibilities, we ensure that every aspect of your project is aligned with your goals, setting the foundation for smooth execution and measurable success.
Proper budgeting and financial planning ensure that your project remains financially viable from start to finish. We develop detailed budgets, assess cost efficiencies, and create financial strategies that align with your goals, allowing you to maximize returns while keeping the project on track and within scope.
Securing the necessary legal approvals and permits required for your project, including zoning, land use, and building regulations. We navigate the complex regulatory landscape on your behalf, ensuring your project complies with local laws and avoids costly delays, so you can move forward with confidence.
This key process of mapping out key stages of your project, ensures that every phase—from concept to completion—stays on schedule. By setting clear, achievable milestones, we keep the project on track, providing transparency and accountability every step of the way.
PHASE 02
Designing and Planning Phase
Transforming Vision into Reality
During this phase, Sprig will help you transform the project vision into actionable plans. Design and planning are crucial for ensuring that your project/ hotel will meet both functional and aesthetic goals. Our role in managing the design team, ensuring that the project stays within budget, and aligning designs with the owner’s vision. We also handle permitting and regulatory approvals
At Sprig, consultant selection is about choosing the right team of architects, engineers, interior designers, and contractors who are best suited for your project’s unique needs. We carefully vet and align top-tier professionals with your vision, ensuring seamless collaboration and delivering high-quality results that meet both aesthetic and operational goals.
We approach contract negotiations from the owner's perspective, ensuring that every agreement protects your interests, aligns with your project goals and maximizes value. We advocate on your behalf to secure favorable terms with consultants, contractors, and suppliers, safeguarding your budget, minimizing risks, and ensuring the project aligns with your long-term goals.
We handle the complexities of permitting, brand, and regulatory compliance, ensuring your project meets all local laws, building codes, and brand standards. By managing these critical approvals, we safeguard your timeline and budget, while ensuring your development adheres to all necessary regulations and brand guidelines for a successful outcome.
This valuable step helps to ensure your project remains financially efficient without sacrificing quality. We provide accurate cost estimates and identify opportunities to optimize design, materials, and construction methods, delivering the best value for your investment while staying within budget.
At every phase, we ensure that all key stakeholders—owners, investors, contractors, and consultants—are aligned and working toward a shared vision. Through clear communication and coordinated efforts, we foster a collaborative environment that streamlines decision-making, minimizes conflicts, and keeps the project on track for success.
This crucial stage is where we ensure that all design elements align with your vision, brand standards, and operational goals. We collaborate with architects, interior designers, and stakeholders to secure approval, guaranteeing that the project is ready to move forward with construction while meeting all aesthetic and functional requirements.
PHASE 03
Construction Phase
Building with Precision & Care
Now this is where the plan takes a physical form. Construction is the most visible and intensive part of the project. With Sprig, we ensure your project remains on schedule, within budget, and adheres to quality standards. We oversee construction progress, manage contractors, and handle any issues that arise on-site.
Laying the physical foundation for your project. This phase involves clearing the site, conducting necessary surveys, and ensuring the land is ready for construction. Proper site preparation is essential for minimizing delays and ensuring that your project starts on solid footing.
The building enclosure refers to the process of sealing your structure from the elements by installing the exterior walls, roofing, windows, and doors. This critical phase ensures your project is protected, allowing interior work to progress efficiently while meeting energy efficiency and durability standards.
FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment) installation is the final touch that brings your hotel’s design to life. At Sprig, we manage the sourcing, delivery, and placement of all essential furnishings, ensuring they meet brand standards and enhance the guest experience. Our careful attention to detail guarantees a seamless installation process that aligns with your overall vision.
Technology integration ensures your hotel is equipped with the latest innovations, from smart room controls to high-speed internet and security systems. We seamlessly incorporate technology into the design and construction phases, enhancing guest experience, operational efficiency, and future scalability.
Ensuring that every aspect of your project meets the highest standards. Through thorough inspections at every phase of construction, we verify that materials, workmanship, and systems align with project specifications, ensuring long-term durability and operational excellence.
At Sprig, project executive reporting provides you with clear, comprehensive updates on your project’s progress. Our reports offer detailed insights on timelines, budgets, milestones, and any potential risks, keeping you informed and enabling confident decision-making throughout the development process.
The phase marks the successful completion of your development! We ensure all final inspections, documentation, and quality checks are completed before formally handing over the property, guaranteeing that your hotel is fully operational and ready to meet brand and guest expectations.
PHASE 04
Post-Opening Phase
Ensuring Long-Term Success
As your trusted partner, our job is still not done. We continue to provide support to ensure the operation runs smoothly and any final adjustments are made. With Sprig, we are involved in monitoring the hotel’s performance, addressing any post-opening issues, and managing warranty items. We ensure that the hotel operates as intended and meets the owner’s expectations.
The post-opening phase of a hotel construction project is critical for ensuring the hotel’s long-term success and operational stability. This phase focuses on monitoring performance, addressing any outstanding issues, and continuously improving operations to meet guest expectations and financial goals.
We want to ensure a smooth transition from construction to full operation. We work closely with your team to fine-tune systems, processes, and staffing, ensuring your hotel runs efficiently from day one and meets all performance targets while delivering an exceptional guest experience.
Long after you open, we are still here to help you manage warranty claims to ensure that any issues arising after project completion are swiftly addressed. We work with contractors and suppliers to resolve defects or malfunctions covered under warranty, protecting your investment and maintaining the quality of your property.
At Sprig, long-term capital expenditure (CapEx) planning helps you strategically manage future investments in your property. We work with you to forecast, prioritize, and budget for essential upgrades, renovations, and repairs, ensuring your hotel remains competitive and operationally efficient over time.