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Our five stage design build process

Pre-Design sets the foundations for your design-build or renovation project, and it all starts with a chat. Book your free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your ideas, requirements and challenges.

By starting with a clear plan and thorough feasibility checks, we set the stage for a smooth and successful project. Together, we will:

Define Project Goals:
We will agree your key objectives and the scope, requirements, and other details.

Feasibility Assessment:
To make sure we can turn your ideas into reality we will:

  • Evaluate your budget constraints.
  • Review zoning and code requirements.
  • Talk through your site conditions or challenges

Every detail of our design should align with your goals and vision. We will also include consideration for any energy-efficient options.

Conceptual Design:

  • Develop initial design concepts.
  • Ensure design ideas align with budget, site constraints, building code, etc.

Schematic Design:

  • Create detailed design drawings, including floor plans, elevations, and site plans.
  • Provide a clear representation of the proposed project layout including timelines.

Design Review:

  • Allow you time for review the designs.
  • Regular review meetings to refine the design.
  • Design sign-off only when the design meets your needs and expectations.

We turn your approved design into a build-ready plan, setting the stage for a smooth construction process

Design Refinement:

  • Finalize all design details, including architectural, structural, and building service plans.
  • Present an estimated timeline taking into consideration seasonal weather conditions and current supply chain timeframes;

Cost Estimation:

  • Prepare a detailed cost estimate based on the finalized design.
  • Allow a suitable contingency to cover any hidden issues.

Permitting:

  • Obtain all necessary permits and approvals from the relevant authorities.

Start Date:

  • Provide a start date for work subject to obtaining the required permissions and weather conditions.

Our team will start with:

Site Preparation:

  • Preparing the site for construction, including any demolition, excavation, or site grading as needed.

Construction:

  • Begin building according to the finalized design and project schedule.
  • Oversee and manage every step of the build to ensure quality and alignment with your ADU or house plans.

Regular Inspections:

  • Include onsite inspections to monitor progress and maintain high standards.
  • Ensure compliance with all codes and regulations through collaboration with relevant authorities.

The building work may be completed, but we don’t stop there. We check every element of your build to ensure everything is working as it should, to ensure high quality, compliance and “walk in and love it” delivery!

Final Inspections:

  • Thorough inspections to confirm the project meets all specifications and quality standards.

Deficiencies:

  • Identify and resolve any deficiencies noted during the final inspection to ensure perfection.

Handover:

  • Officially hand over the completed project.
  • Provide all necessary documentation, warranties, and manufacturer information for your records.

Post-Construction Support:

  • We are always available for ongoing support should any issues arise. Just contact us.