Technology Design

Ensure your technology systems serve you well into the future with expert technology design. With in-depth knowledge of today’s technology landscape, we deliver the best Senior Living technology solution for your unique community.

years of Senior Living and technology experience

partners ready to fulfill your projects

technology brands available

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Which Solution is Right for Your Project?

Free Design Assistance

Ideal for 1 – 2 technology system replacements in existing buildings where tech drawings aren’t needed

What you get:

All technology systems
Invitation to visit the Direct Supply Innovation & Technology Center and Technology Design & Demonstration Center
Preliminary budget estimate for systems
Full demonstration presentation of all recommended technology systems online or at Direct Supply’s campus

Included in procurement:

Coordination with other design consultants and contractors during fulfillment
Submittals if systems are procured through Direct Supply
System-specific quality assurance sign-off, on-site training, operations manuals, support contact information and more

Includes all features above, plus:

Tech drawings: plan view markups with symbols and legend
PDF of technology drawings
One revision to drawings
Site visits pre- and post-design

Tech Design Lite

Perfect for 3+ technology systems in small additions, renovations or new construction projects already underway

Tech Design Standard

Receive complete support on multiple systems for large additions, new construction or pre-construction work

Includes all features above, plus:

Project manager during design phase
Schematic narrative with detailed technology system
Scopes and industry-standard construction requirements
Full coordination with other design consultants
AutoCAD or Revit technology drawings
Technology design drawings during design development
Construction document drawings with symbols and legend
Technology drawings for installation and coordination
3-part written specifications using MasterFormat
Construction administration

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