Services
Investigation
Clarity before creation
Every great home begins with understanding. We take the time to learn about you; your needs, your routines, the way you want to live — while also studying the land that will hold your home. Site and lifestyle are inseparable; the light, slope and outlooks of the land must work hand in hand with the way you move through your day. By walking the site and listening to you, we start to uncover the opportunities and constraints that will shape a home designed just for you.
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Alongside this, we study the planning rules that govern what can be built. Where there is uncertainty we speak directly with council so you aren’t left wondering what’s possible. If your project is an addition or transformation, we carefully measure your existing home; the windows that catch the afternoon sun, the ceiling heights that shape the mood of a room, the details that make it yours.
A registered surveyor will also confirm the exact boundaries and levels of your land. This survey, paired with our compliance study, gives us a clear picture of both opportunity and limitation. You move forward knowing where your vision sits within the rules and how achievable council approval will be.
What you receive
• Existing building drawings that reflect the reality of your home and site
• A survey that anchors your project with certainty
• A clear view of development potential and approval pathways
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"The process is easy, we met with Wendy and Craig, they asked lots of questions about how we currently live and how we wanted to live, they came to see the property and talked through some more ideas with us. They looked after everything for us and always kept us informed."
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Concept Design
Where your future life takes shape
This is the moment where sketches become more than lines on a page — they begin to feel like home. Together we shape a brief that reflects how you want to live: the quiet mornings, the gatherings with friends, the need for privacy and retreat. Every decision is anchored in your lifestyle and in the character of the site.
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We translate these conversations into drawings and a 3D model so you can experience how light moves through rooms, how spaces connect, how the house will feel to walk through. It’s an exploration, a chance to see the possibilities before anything is locked in.
If needed we’ll also speak with council at this stage, so you can move forward with confidence that the vision is not only beautiful but achievable. And if you want early clarity on cost, we can guide you to the right specialists for an indicative price.
What you receive
• A clear, tailored brief built around your lifestyle
• Concept plans and elevations that tell the story of the home
• 3D model to experience light, space and flow before it’s built
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"Two things stood out for me. Coming up with some really intriguing design ideas, and really listening to what we wanted."
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"From our very first meeting with Craig, Wendy and team, we knew we were in the right hands. They are warm, friendly, professional and authentic, with deep integrity."
Design Development and Council Application
Shaping the design with confidence for council
Once the concept feels right and the budget is on track, we move into Design Development. This phase is about giving your project enough certainty to progress toward council approval without locking in unnecessary detail too soon.
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We refine the design so it is clear, practical and grounded, showing how the home sits on its site and how it responds to planning requirements. This is about confidence: knowing that the building can be approved and built, while avoiding the frustration of investing heavily in finishes or details that may still change.
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The aim is to balance ambition with assurance. We take the design far enough to demonstrate that it can be approved and constructed, while leaving space to resolve the finer details once approval is secured. Where additional expertise is needed (planning, engineering, landscape) we bring the right people in at the right moment, making sure the design feels both achievable and right.
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What you receive
• Developed drawings that test the design against council requirements
• A coordinated proposal that feels achievable and ready for submission
• Confidence your vision can move forward without unnecessary cost or delay
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"The really good thing about the process was its iterative nature. Starting with high level concepts and refining them down to a design through an ongoing conversation was really effective. Then it was a case of delving into the detail bit by bit again through regular conversations. It was a very effective process."
Construction Documentation
Turning approval into a buildable reality
With council approval in hand, the focus shifts to preparing your home for construction. This stage is about translating the approved design into clear, coordinated information so that a builder can confidently bring it to life.
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We refine the drawings, add technical detail and ensure compliance with building codes so your project is ready for a Construction Certificate. At the same time, we prepare the documentation your builder will rely on, from floor plans and sections through to joinery details and finishes schedules. Together, these documents set out not just what will be built, but how it will come together.
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We coordinate the work of consultants, resolve key details and make sure every element is aligned before construction begins. The result is a complete package that gives you certainty and gives your builder clear direction, reducing the risk of delays, variations or misunderstandings once work is underway.
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What you receive
• A full set of architectural drawings and specifications for construction
• Documentation that satisfies certifier requirements for a Construction Certificate
• Confidence that your builder has the clarity needed to deliver your vision
"I've always been about the end result not the journey so I loved seeing it finished, furnished and landscaped which then allowed me to realise how well the house worked and it was all due to the thought Craig and Wendy had put into the design both structurally and aesthetically inside and out. We didn't need a separate interior architect."
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Contract Administration
Supporting you and your design through construction
As construction begins, our role expands. The design continues to guide every decision, but now we also stand alongside you to make sure it is delivered with care and integrity.
We help you select the right builder, then administer the contract so the process stays on track. During construction we stay engaged - reviewing work at key stages, responding to queries and ensuring the built outcome matches the intent of the design.
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This stage is about protecting your interests. We keep you informed, help you navigate changes and manage approvals for variations and payments. If issues arise, we resolve them with the builder so you don’t carry the stress.
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For you, this means reassurance: your architect remains by your side, championing both your vision and your investment until the day you walk into your completed home.
What you receive
• Guidance in selecting and engaging the builder
• Ongoing involvement to ensure the design is faithfully realised
• Clear oversight of contract, progress claims and variations
• Confidence your home is delivered to the quality and vision you approved
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"People say that building a house is really stressful but we did not find it at all stressful. They would deal with any issues and questions from the builder without needing to contact us and resolve the majority of issues without us needing to be involved."
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"We engaged them for the project management and believe it saved us not only time and money, but also avoided many sleepless nights."