ADE - Aquatic Design Engineering

The Conceptual Design phase is the first phase at the start of a project where ideas and illustrations are the dominant tools used. From a napkin sketch to reference photographs, ideas are captured and organized to provide a sense of concept direction.

The Schematic Design process defines the general scope and further defines the Conceptual Design of a project. This process includes the review of scale and relationships between aquatic features, building components, and related utilities. These processes provide a preliminary look at sizes and volumes of features and equipment requirements, as well as utility and opinion of cost information.

The Design Development stage is where design decisions begin to be worked out in greater detail. A clear and coordinated description of all aspects of the design including Architectural, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical Systems is prepared to provide a basis for the preparation of Construction Documents. This drawing package is commonly used as a tool for early pricing confirmation.

Construction Documents set forth the detailed requirements for construction. They consist of Drawings and Specifications. Drawings are the illustrative component of Construction Documents, whereas Specifications are written requirements pertaining to building materials, equipment, and construction systems that outline the standards to be met in the construction of a project. ADE prides itself on the quality and detail of its Construction Documents, through which ADE is dedicated to providing a level of detail which allows very little room for misunderstanding.

The Construction Administration phase of a project is the process wherein ADE acts in the capacity of an agent of the owner, and oversees phases of construction to ensure conformity of what is being built with the construction documents, specifications, and standards.

Working with experts in the fields of aquaculture and marine biology, we provide the engineering for aquatic life support systems. We can assist with life support system design relating to animal habitats and aquarium environments.