We love creative strategic thinking

Every site is different and each project is unique, therefore we will start by examining the possibilities for your space and curate a plan and design which best tailors to your needs.

To begin the process, you can give us a call or introduce yourself through our New Project Enquiry Form. From there, we will book an initial meeting either online or at our office, where we can go over your brief and the process in more detail. 

We work in stages to get your project from conception to completion. For information on each stage, read the Core architectural services description below.

Core architectural services

These make up the process to take a project from start to finish. Most architectural projects requiring full services will go through these stages.

  • All projects start here.

    In the initial PRE-DESIGN stage, we get to know you and your project. This is the time where we assess your site to understand its full potential. We investigate regulations and site controls to ensure that the design will be well considered to site and context.

    CONCEPT DESIGN is about testing ideas. We analyse your needs, your budget, and how can we interpret your brief into something tangible. As well as imagining the possibilities and putting pen to paper, we review costs early to help minimise budget blowout and ensure the project is aligned on all fronts.

  • Once we have a concept we are happy with, we flesh out the initial design. In DESIGN DEVELOPMENT, we examine materials, refine the planning, and massage the design into something real. This includes both the exterior and I the interior.

    We also start to welcome other experts into the process - these are the engineers and specialist consultants you might require for your project.

    To help visualise the space, we use sketches, plans, and perspectives to tell the story.

  • CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION is about turning the developed design into a package of technical drawings, schedules, and specifications for a builder to price and build. This forms the bulk of our work.

    These documents allow for more accurate costing and also help to ensure that you get the quality of finish that you desire.

    We also co-ordinate all consultants at this stage and make sure that everything is in alignment.

  • This is an exciting stage for all everyone as we see ideas become reality on site.

    In CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION, we manage the contract between you and your builder. We will look after the project on your behalf - conducting quality checks, authorising payments, regularly visiting your site, responding to questions, and checking shop drawings from contractors.

    This helps minimise risk and ensures that your project is delivered to specification and to the highest quality.

Additional services

Many projects will need these services, but not all. They are also variable in their scope and nature, and are additional to Core Services.

  • Not all projects require Town Planning Approval, but if yours does, this is an additional step where we work to obtain the permits you need.

    Scenarios where you will need a Town Planning permit include:

    • If your site has any overlays such as Heritage Overlay or Flood/ Special Building Overlay

    • If you are subdividing

    • If your block is under 300m2.

    We prepare drawings to submit to council, as well as a written assessment against the relevant planning policies.

  • This stage will get your project costed by your selected builder.

    We normally bring in a builder early in the design process as a part of the project team, and liaise with them for early and detailed costing.

    If you decide to go to a competitive tender, we will obtain quotes from two or three builders on your behalf. We will establish the method of tendering most suitable for you, meet with builders, and review and assess their tenders.

Other Services

We can also assist with other aspects of your project. You might like illustrations to visualise your project, or existing conditions documentation before you start. We are creative problem solvers and we are more than happy to discuss your needs.

We also offer a Pre-Purchase Consultation service for those planning on buying a property to renovate or build.

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