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I need a set of clear, build-ready conceptual designs that show how flow-through planters, tree wells, and small rain gardens can be integrated into an urban streetscape in Philadelphia to meet the City’s stormwater management requirements. Scope • Translate my base CAD/PDF site plan into three coordinated concepts—one for each element—illustrating plan view, one or two key sections, and a simple planting palette that favours native species. • Size each facility for the 1.5-inch design storm and note overflow routing, underdrain options, and required clearances from sidewalks, utilities, and building fronts. • Reference the current Philadelphia Water Department Stormwater Management Guidance Manual so the concepts can move straight into permitting with minimal revision. • Provide a brief narrative (one page each) that explains the design intent, assumed soil rates, and any maintenance considerations. • Include a high-level cost opinion for each concept so I can compare them quickly during stakeholder review. Format & Tools PDF sheets (11×17 preferred) are fine for delivery; native files in AutoCAD or Civil 3D will help me advance the drawings later. Feel free to use SketchUp, Revit, or hand-drawn linework—clarity is more important than flashy rendering. Timeline A first draft within 10 days of award, final revisions finished one week later. Acceptance Designs must: 1. Demonstrate runoff capture to the target depth. 2. Follow PWD material and setback guidelines. 3. Be legible to contractors unfamiliar with green infrastructure. If you’ve completed similar GSI work or understand Philadelphia’s permitting path, that experience will help move this quickly to construction documents.
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With over a decade of experience in CAD/CAM design, KALP is a reliable and skilled partner for your stormwater planter project. Our team has a deep understanding and proficiency in various CAD software including Autodesk, which will be crucial for creating clear and precise designs that can be adopted seamlessly. We have successfully completed similar GSI work in the past, making us well-acquainted with Philadelphia's permitting path. Moreover, we place immense importance on quality, not just in terms of design but also communication. Philadelphia Water Department's Stormwater Management Guidance Manual serves as our blueprint for following PWD material and setback guidelines meticulously. Be it 2D drafting or 3D modeling, our goal is to provide deliverables that are legible even to contractors unfamiliar with Green Infrastructure. Finally, meeting deadlines without compromising quality is one of our core strengths. We understand the urgency and importance of this project and assure you a first draft within 10 days of award and final revisions in just a week. By choosing KALP, you're not only hiring an expert team in CAD/CAM but also gaining access to our broader manufacturing expertise including metal casting and mold manufacturing – should any of those services emerge as ancillary requirements. I look forward to partnering with you in achieving your vision efficiently and effectively!
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Hello, I am a design engineer, I am expert in Architectural 2D & 3D designs and Rendering so i can do the required design in the required time. I have finished similar projects before and finished 600+ projects. Please check my portfolio and reviews. Thanks.
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As an experienced architect and adept user of AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp, I'm confident in my ability to meet and exceed your project needs. Having worked on similar green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) projects, I am already familiar with the Philadelphia Water Department Stormwater Management Guidance Manual. This ensures that my designs will already be in line with the city's permitting path, minimizing the need for time-consuming revisions. One key advantage I bring to the table is my sustainability-driven approach. With a strong understanding of native species and accentuating natural beauty, I ensure that my designs are not only functional but also environmentally conscious. My seven years in the field have instilled an eye for detail and a commitment to clarity in all my deliverables which I know are crucial given the target audience, contractors unfamiliar with green infrastructure.
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Hi,I hope you are doing well. I am a freelance architect with a strong background in architecture and interior design. I offer a variety of services, including BIM engineering, Architectural Design, Interior design and 3D Ultra Realistic Visualization. I collaborate with a highly skilled team of experts to ensure that every project is executed to the highest standards, focusing on creating functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces that meet your needs. I am dedicated to keeping up with the latest trends in the industry, which helps me continually improve my skills and provide you with the best quality service at competitive prices. I would love the chance to discuss how I can help bring your vision to life. Thank you for considering my proposal!
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Hi , Last week I delivered near-identical GSI concept sheets for an urban corridor, so I’m confident I can handle this really well. i would like to know the below. - Do you have a current AutoCAD base with spot grades, utility locates, and curb inlets, plus any infiltration/geotech data? - What sidewalk clear-width and frontage setbacks should I hold as minimums for Streets/ADA (eg 6’ clear), and any preferred native plant list? I think we should. - Standardize layer-cake details (media depths, underdrain, curb cuts, cleanouts) across all three facilities to speed permitting and simplify construction. - Add simple pretreatment (stone forebays/sediment bays) and clear overflow weirs to inlets to cut clogging and long-term maintainence. Lets follow a plan like this. - I review your CAD/PDF, confirm grades, utilities, constraints. - I size each planter/tree well/rain garden to the 1.5" storm per current PWD Guidance Manual, select infiltration vs underdrain. - I lay out plan views with required clearances, curb cuts, and overflow routing. - I cut 1–2 key sections each showing media, geotextile, underdrain, and pavement tie-ins. - I build simple native planting palettes by sun/salt tolerance. - I write a 1‑page narrative per concept: design intent, assumed soil rates, O&M. - I prepare high‑level cost opinions with assumptions for quick comparison. - I package clear 11×17 PDFs and provide native AutoCAD/Civil 3D files
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Hello; We are interested in your Stormwater Planter Concept Design project. We are a professional team of expert architects from all over the world. Our team offers the highest quality and most effective projects with over 14 years of experience and works with a focus on 100% customer satisfaction. When you choose us, you will have a final delivery that exceeds your expectations. We look forward to working with you! Take a look at our past work on our portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/worldarcpart Kind Regards WORLD ARCHITECTURE PARTNERS
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Hello there, This is Sajjad Khan. I am an Architect with more than 6 years of experience in my field in Design and Visualization, MEP, Structural etc. I am experienced in Revit, Rhino, Twinmotion, 3ds Max, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, D5 Render and Blender as well. I have recent experience in similar projects also. It’s an interesting project and I am really excited to start working on it. Please Get in Touch with me for further discussion on the project.. Thanks Sajjad Khan
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Hello, I fully understand your needs, as I have previously worked on a project similar to your specifications. I am an experienced architect specializing in 3D design and rendering. I have extensive experience using AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Revit 2025, and I can deliver the required design drawings on time. I would be delighted to work on your project. I have carefully reviewed your project details. If you choose me, your project will be completed quickly and to a high standard. Thank you for your interest.
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Hello, I hope you are doing well, I have reviewed your green stormwater infrastructure project and can develop clear, build-ready conceptual designs for flow-through planters, tree wells, and rain gardens tailored to Philadelphia’s stormwater management requirements. I have experience preparing site-based drainage and landscape concepts that integrate runoff capture, urban streetscape coordination, and practical constructability while following municipal guidance standards. My approach includes translating your base CAD/PDF into coordinated plans and sections with native planting palettes, overflow routing, underdrain concepts, and setback coordination for utilities, sidewalks, and adjacent structures. I will also provide concise design narratives, stormwater sizing assumptions for the 1.5-inch design storm, and high-level cost opinions to support stakeholder review and future permitting progression. I focus on producing clear, contractor-friendly drawings that align closely with Philadelphia Water Department guidance to minimize downstream revisions. Thank you, Maxim.
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Hi, I have worked on similar urban stormwater and green infrastructure concepts where planters, rain gardens, tree wells, underdrains, and overflow paths needed to be shown clearly for review and construction planning. I also have experience turning base CAD/PDF site plans into clean concept sheets with plan views, sections, planting palettes, design notes, and cost comparison information for stakeholder review. I'd love to share my experiences with you. Best regards, Epa
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Hello, I can assist with developing clear, build-ready conceptual GSI designs for your Philadelphia streetscape project. I have experience preparing coordinated CAD-based layouts, sections, and technical documentation for stormwater-focused site improvements, including drainage coordination, utility clearances, and green infrastructure integration. The deliverables can include: * Three coordinated concepts for flow-through planters, tree wells, and rain gardens * Plan views with key sections and native planting concepts * Preliminary sizing for the 1.5-inch design storm * Overflow routing and underdrain coordination * Setback and clearance coordination per PWD guidance * One-page narrative for each concept covering design intent, soil assumptions, and maintenance considerations * High-level cost opinion for stakeholder review I can work from your base CAD/PDF plans and deliver organized PDF sheets (11×17) along with editable AutoCAD/Civil 3D files if needed. Workflow may include AutoCAD, Civil 3D, SketchUp, and Adobe PDF coordination depending on the preferred level of detail and presentation. Once I review the existing site files, utilities, grading information, and any available stormwater requirements, I can begin developing the first draft within your requested timeline.
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Hi, I’m Ben Jackson from Jetjams Technologies. We can help create clear, build-ready conceptual designs for the flow-through planters, tree wells, and small rain gardens for your Philadelphia streetscape project. We can provide: * 3 coordinated concepts based on your CAD/PDF site plan * Plan views, key sections, and simple native planting palettes * Sizing notes for the 1.5-inch design storm * Overflow routing, underdrain options, and clearance notes * References aligned with Philadelphia Water Department stormwater guidance * One-page design narrative for each concept * High-level cost opinion for quick stakeholder comparison * 11×17 PDF sheets plus native CAD files for future development We understand the importance of contractor-friendly drawings, permitting-ready notes, and practical stormwater design that can move smoothly into construction documents. Best reasonable price: $950 USD We are so much grateful to serve you. Best regards, Ben Jackson Jetjams Technologies
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Hi Yes, I can help you with Stormwater Planter Concept Design I’m Sakshi Kashyap, a Senior Architect with 5 years of experience delivering high-quality architectural and structural drawings. ? USA | Canada | Australia | Dubai | Italy | UK | Certified Architect I provide complete support in architectural rendering, site plans, floor plans, elevations, roof plans, MEP drawings, truss & frame drawings, permit/shop drawings, and 3D visualisation. Skilled in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, 3ds Max, V-Ray, and Lumion, I ensure precise, permit-ready, and visually compelling results. Thanks & regards, Sakshi Kashyap
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Hello, ✔️ Will utility survey data and existing streetscape constraints be provided, including inlet locations, underground conflicts, and sidewalk grades for setback verification? ✔️ Do you want the concepts sized only for conceptual permitting review, or should they also include preliminary hydraulic calculations and facility-sizing tables for future CD development? I can develop coordinated green stormwater infrastructure concepts for flow-through planters, tree wells, and rain gardens that align with Philadelphia Water Department requirements and urban streetscape constraints. I have experience with site engineering, stormwater design, grading coordination, and green infrastructure planning including runoff capture sizing, overflow routing, underdrain integration, and contractor-readable detailing suitable for permitting advancement. My workflow focuses on practical constructability, code-aware layout planning, native planting integration, and clear documentation that bridges conceptual design and future construction documents. I can provide organized 11×17 PDF sheets with plan views, sections, planting palettes, stormwater narratives, and high-level cost opinions along with editable CAD/Civil 3D files for future refinement. Please share the existing site plan, drainage information, and any available utility/background files so we can begin evaluating the best GSI placement and runoff capture strategy. Best regards,
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Hello, I have reviewed your Philadelphia green infrastructure concept and I can translate your base CAD or PDF site plan into a clear, build ready set of coordinated conceptual designs for flow through planters, tree wells, and rain gardens. I will prepare three coordinated design packages, each including a plan view, key sections, and a simplified native planting palette focused on appropriate species selection. Each system will be sized to accommodate the 1.5 inch design storm and will clearly indicate overflow routing, underdrain options, soil profiles, and required clearances from sidewalks, utilities, and building edges. The concepts will be aligned with the Philadelphia Water Department Stormwater Management Guidance Manual so they can move smoothly into permitting and later construction documentation with minimal redesign. I will also include a concise one page narrative per element explaining design intent, assumed infiltration rates, and maintenance considerations to support stakeholder understanding and review. In addition, I will provide a high level cost opinion for each system so you can quickly compare options during internal decision making. Deliverables will be issued in 11×17 PDF sheets along with editable CAD files in AutoCAD or Civil 3D for downstream development. If helpful, I can also structure the first draft so it mirrors typical Philadelphia submittal expectations to streamline review and approval. Muhammad Abubakar Siddiqui
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Are you looking for a civil/site design professional who can develop practical, permit-oriented green stormwater infrastructure concepts that align with Philadelphia Water Department requirements while remaining clear for contractors and stakeholders? I’m a Civil Design Engineer with experience in stormwater layouts, urban infrastructure drafting, CAD-based site planning, and construction documentation. My team also supports site grading, drainage concepts, BOQ preparation, and green infrastructure coordination for municipal and urban projects. Deliverables • 11×17 PDF concept sheets • AutoCAD/Civil 3D native files • One-page narrative for each concept • High-level construction cost opinion • Design notes for permitting coordination Software • AutoCAD • Civil 3D • SketchUp (if needed) • Excel for quantity/cost summariests I focus on producing clear, technically organized drawings that can transition smoothly into permitting and construction documentation with minimal redesign effort. Best regards, Hasan
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Greetings, I understand you need stormwater management concepts for Philadelphia streetscape: flow-through planters, tree wells, and rain gardens. You need plan views, sections, planting palettes (native species), sizing for 1.5-inch storm, overflow routing, underdrain options, clearances, and reference to PWD Stormwater Management Guidance Manual. Deliverables: PDF sheets (11x17), brief narrative per concept (design intent, soil rates, maintenance), high-level cost opinion. Optional native CAD files. Here is how I will work: I will study your base site plan and the PWD manual. I will size each facility based on contributing drainage area and soil infiltration rates (assuming sandy loam). I will design flow-through planters with curb cuts, overflow inlets, and underdrains to meet the 1.5-inch storm. Tree wells will have structural soil and inlets. Rain gardens will be located at low points with berms. I will ensure setbacks from utilities, sidewalks, and buildings. I will create clear 2D drawings (plan and sections) with labeled materials (gravel, planting soil, filter fabric). I will write a one-page narrative per concept with cost opinion. I am ready to begin as soon as you share your base site plan and any existing survey. Thanks, Revival
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Hi, good day! I would like to apply for this project. I can prepare clear, build-ready conceptual designs for flow-through planters, tree wells, and rain gardens integrated into your Philadelphia streetscape, including plan views, sections, planting palettes, stormwater sizing, overflow routing, and underdrain concepts based on current Philadelphia Water Department guidelines. I can also provide concise design narratives and high-level cost opinions for each concept, with coordinated PDF sheets and editable CAD/Civil 3D files ready for future permitting and construction development. I look forward to this project being awarded to me. Thank you.
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Hello, As a seasoned structural designer with a proven track record in architectural and construction projects, I am confident that I can bring immense value to your stormwater planter concept design job. Over my 7+ years of experience, I have honed my skills in AutoCAD and REVIT, which are the exact tools you require for this project. While my background might be more focused on building construction, the essence of what you desire in this project is no foreign territory for me. My understanding of design intent, soil rates' significance, and strict adherence to guidelines will help me approach this job meticulously, something that is essential when dealing with stormwater management requirements. Moreover, I believe one of the key qualities that set me apart from others is my ability to quickly learn and adapt to new areas. Although I may not have prior direct experience with stormwater planter designs in Philadelphia, I ensure you that my consistent drive for excellence will compel me to deeply familiarize myself with the Philadelphia Water Department Stormwater Management Guidance Manual before commencing the design and permitting process. Thanks!
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Hello, With my skills in AutoCAD, CAD/CAM, and Interior and Landscape Design, I am uniquely equipped to create your stormwater planter conceptual designs. I have worked on similar green storm infrastructure projects before and understand the permitting path necessary to move quickly to construction documents in Philadelphia. Your project is not just about creating visually appealing designs - it's about design that functions well and stands up in the real world. And that is what I specialize in at AMS Solutions. From concept sketches to professional 3D models, my goal is to breathe life into your vision and actualize it in a way that addresses your specific needs in a legible manner. Additionally, having worked with startups and entrepreneurs who need quality design sans the need of in-house designers, I value clear communication and provide full source files along with project deliverables. My commitment to staying on schedule while delivering an exceptional final product is unwavering. As we begin; be sure of receiving impeccable work with clear timelines in line with all your specifications and requirements. Let's transform your base CAD/PDF site plan into three coordinated concepts that not only meet the city's requirements but ultimately enhance the streetscape of Philadelphia through a blend of creative design and unbeatable functionality. Best Regards, ASMA Q
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