Our service fees are typically a percentage of the construction value excluding GST and are broken down into 5 stages which we have outlined within our services breakdown.

The reason why we charge a percentage is because this has always proven to be the best indicator of the time, work and quantity of drawings required to deliver the project.

The construction value of your project is agreed to by the client and the architect prior to signing on the dotted line and commencing the design process. When the build cost is know our fee may be adjusted during the construction stage if there is an increase in the construction cost.

It is normal for the fee to change with the cost of the work so if, for example, you increase the size of your job, the architect's fee will increase proportionately. Similarly, if the final cost of the building is less than the estimate, the architect's fee would be reduced.

What else triggers additional fees?

If, over the course of the design or build the client chooses to increase the scope or make changes we are then required to rework the drawings and make revisions to the design.

If you aren’t sure about your budget we can discuss your brief in detail and perform a feasibility study to determine a suitable budget for your project.

A rule of thumb is, the larger your budget, the lower our percentage fee and vice versa.

Tailor Made

We don’t need to be suit makers to deliver our clients with a product that is 100% tailor-made. The benefit with engaging an architect is you have the opportunity to design the home of your dreams, completely personalised and in essence a version of yourself. We love bringing the personality of our clients into their comes.

The Journey

In our services breakdown we mentioned the client being a part of the ride, and we really meant it!

We believe the client is making a significant investment when it comes to engaging an architect, so why not get them involved to nail the brief and the design outcome. We like to show our clients the value they get from using us as their very own architect.

Return on investment.

It is no coincidence that the sale price of architecturally designed home is higher than a non-architect designed ‘3x2’ cookie cutter you might find in the back of the weekend newspaper. One of many reasons why is related to the individuality of each project. Each and every home we design have their own qualities which are informed by the clients brief and personality. This is why every project we design is different, because at the end of the day the home is customised specifically for the client. There have been a handful of publications and plenty of research on this topic. If you would like to find out more here is some additional reading for you.

Article - Why experts say good design will 'always increase the value' of a home on the market

Quality Design

We have trained for many years to design products that are well considered, aesthetically and functionally. We strongly believe that quality design equals better quality of life. Architects are also trained to be critical, not so much of other people work but their own. A design solution does not come into mind at the first instance, but after many iterations, lot’s of testing, pushing, pulling and remodelling.

Yes it’s true, a home designed by n architect is going to cost more than a kit home. That’s because we are not a volume builder and we don’t do cookie-cutter projects.

There are two things to consider when determining the cost of a new home, the quality and the size.

Quantity does not equal quality which is why we spend endless hours crafting projects that result in great value for money for our clients. Starting from our initial consultation we help refine your brief so your home is just the right size.

In the past we have designed extensions which range in size from Mount Hawthorn House at 120m2 and Shenton Park House at 160m2.

Our recent projects have an approximate square meter cost of $4,500 - $6,500 + GST.

Did you know that architects undertake around 80% of their work before a project breaks ground?

To get to this point, we complete a series of design stages to craft a clients dream project. Each stage adds a layer of refinement and furthermore, more detail is added as the project progresses towards construction. Throughout the the design stages there are a number of deliverables and sign-off points so the client feels comfortable and confident about their project and its direction.

Whilst a large portion of our work is completed before construction starts, we are here to provide guidance through the builder selection process and construction phase. We take the client on a journey and watch with them, their dream home come to life.

Worth mentioning, clients are in this for the long haul! Alongside us of course. We spend a considerable amount of time and energy working on our projects and our clients are a part of the ride from start to finish.

Every project is different and some require more time than others. As a general guide, Concept Design through to completion of Construction Documentation can take between 6-10 months. Keep in mind that the development approval and building license process consumes around 3-4 months of this time! We typically forecast between 12 & 18 months for a new build.

Absolutely. We try to work with only the best. That’s because the best quality architectural builders share the same values as us. We are always on the look out for people who love their craft and enjoy the process as much as we do. There is nothing better than working collaboratively with a builder during the construction process.

As the project develops we will get a better idea of which builder will be most suited for your home. Builders are an essential part of the final outcome and we see the project as part of both your brand and ours.

The construction budget is the cost of construction inclusive of the builders margin and any contingency sums.

The total project cost typically includes the cost of construction plus council permit fees, consultant and professional fees.

Many clients are often misled by the construction budget thinking this is the total outlay for their project. However the construction budget does not account for fees and charges leading up to the point of construction.