Six stages, each with something to show for it
The worst part of a build is not knowing where it is up to. We set out what gets delivered and what gets inspected at each stage, before work starts.
Free Consultation
We talk through the brief, the site and your budget range, then give you a feasibility read and a ballpark cost.
- Initial discussion by phone, email or WeChat
- Assessment of whether a building permit is required
- Ballpark cost range and indicative programme
Site Inspection
On-site measure-up, recording existing structure and services, confirming build conditions and the technical issues to resolve.
- On-site measure-up and photo record
- Inspection of structure, services and drainage
- Confirmation of build conditions and constraints
Design & Drawings
Concept plans and renders first; once approved, we develop them into construction drawings and a material schedule.
- Concept plans and space planning
- Material, colour and lighting selections
- Construction drawings and material schedule
Fixed Price & Contract
Quantities and material specifications itemised against the drawings, then a fixed-price contract with nothing left vague.
- Itemised quantities and material specifications
- Fixed-price contract with payment milestones
- Written variation procedure agreed upfront
Build & Supervision
Work runs to a milestone programme with a weekly photo report, and each critical stage is inspected before the next one starts.
- Milestone programme and trade scheduling
- Inspection at each critical stage
- Weekly progress report with photos
Handover & Warranty
Defect list worked through line by line, site cleaned and handed over, with a written workmanship warranty and ongoing support.
- Defect list checked line by line
- Clean handover and document transfer
- Written workmanship warranty and support
When would extra cost arise?
A proposed variation may follow a requested design change, an authorised direction or a site issue that needs assessment. Its treatment depends on the contract and applicable law. Review the reason, supporting evidence, revised scope, cost and timing before agreeing to the affected work. Unexpected conditions do not automatically create an entitlement to extra payment.
Need a quote for your project? Talk to us first — no charge.
Send us drawings, photos or just an idea. We will tell you whether it stacks up and give you a ballpark cost before anyone books a site visit.