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CONSULTATION PROCESS

DESIGN INFORMATION

Step 1. Make Contact
 

Once you contact us and share key details about your project—such as the site address, location, and scope—we’ll get in touch to arrange a meeting, either on-site or at our office, to discuss our initial findings and gain a clearer understanding of your project requirements. This conversation allows us to shape a detailed design brief tailored specifically to your needs.

The initial consultation is free of charge and carries no obligation. It typically runs for approximately half an hour, either over the phone or face‑to‑face. For meeting locations more than 15 km away, a travel fee may apply, and any applicable costs will be confirmed with you beforehand. During this meeting, we’ll also outline the range of services we offer and how we can support your project from concept through to delivery

Step 2. Preparation of Fee Schedule
 

After we’ve assessed your project requirements and completed a preliminary desktop review of the proposed property and anticipated works, we prepare a tailored fee proposal that clearly outlines the scope of work and deliverables. Once you’ve reviewed and accepted the proposal, we’ll lock in your project start date and provide an estimated timeline for completing the required documentation, ensuring you know exactly what to expect at each stage.

To formally initiate the project, a project commencement payment is required as a deposit, itemised within the fee schedule. This payment allows us to allocate dedicated resources to your project and begin the work promptly, maintaining momentum from the very beginning.

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Site Evaluation and Design Review
 

At this stage, we’ll arrange a comprehensive site inspection to assess the existing conditions and review your initial design brief, allowing us to identify any constraints or opportunities that could enhance your project outcomes. As part of this process, we complete detailed site measurements and thoroughly evaluate the space to ensure we have an accurate and informed understanding of its full potential.

This careful groundwork forms the foundation of a successful design, helping us uncover opportunities, address site‑specific challenges, and create solutions that maximise the value, functionality, and long‑term performance of your project.

 

Step 4. Concept Design
 

Our first step is to prepare a detailed drawing of the existing conditions and develop a concept layout that reflects the proposed works and aligns with your project expectations. We also investigate and conduct an initial review to ensure the proposed design outcome meets all relevant planning requirements. Where necessary, we liaise with local certifying authorities—particularly if your project requires planning or development approval.

This stage is crucial in establishing a clear design direction and creating a strategic pathway toward achieving your project goals. It forms the foundation for informed decision‑making and sets the tone for a smooth, efficient, and successful project journey.

 

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Architectural Design Process

Step 5. Detailed Design
 

After the concept design phase, we refine and develop the design for your review, ensuring the proposed solution aligns with your expectations and project vision. At this stage, we request formal sign‑off to confirm that the design direction is accurate and to support the timely progression of your working drawings.

We also coordinate with specialist consultants as required, engaging the appropriate experts to provide technical input and strengthen the overall design. Your fee proposal outlines the types of consultants that may be involved, giving you full transparency around the support and expertise contributing to your project.

Step 6. Architectural Documentation
 

This stage represents the completion of your Architectural Documentation, where all architectural drawings and consultant reports are finalised and prepared for building permit submission. Every component of the documentation set is carefully coordinated and refined to ensure full compliance with local regulations, planning requirements, and construction standards.

We also provide a comprehensive, builder‑ready documentation package for use on‑site, giving your builder and trades clear, accurate, and detailed information to support a smooth construction process and deliver a successful project outcome.

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