The Building Process
A chronological timeline detailing your design and construction milestones. We provide complete transparency at every stage of the custom build.
Initial Feasibility & Site Survey
Week 1 – 2Our directors and draftsmen perform a physical site inspection of your land. We map the block dimensions, solar angles, slope parameters, and research local planning restrictions (LEP/DCP) from your Sydney council.
Included Work
- Geotechnical soil testing coordination
- Topographical survey planning
- Identifying council easements & zone requirements
Architectural Concept Drafting
Week 3 – 8We create a custom floorplan and design layout from scratch. You work directly with our interior designers and architects to define the structural aesthetic. We prepare detailed 3D schematic renders.
Included Work
- Initial schematic floorplans
- Window and solar orientation analysis
- External material mood boards
Council Approvals (DA/CDC)
Week 9 – 20We prepare and submit all documentation. This includes statements of environmental effects, stormwater management drawings, and shadow diagrams. We coordinate with council officers or private certifiers.
Included Work
- Stormwater engineering reports
- BASIX certification (energy rating)
- Council panel negotiations (if required)
Engineering & Finish Selection
Week 21 – 26While approvals are finalized, we refine structural engineering (concrete footings, steel columns) and guide you through selecting plumbing fixtures, lighting layouts, and custom joinery designs.
Included Work
- Structural slab and steel design engineering
- Premium electrical layouts
- Finishing selections (taps, flooring, paints)
The Build & Supervised Construction
Month 6 – 16Your dedicated Innovative Design & Construction Group site manager oversees day-to-day work, keeping build quality at director-level standards. We schedule structural milestone reviews for plumbing, slab, frames, lockup, and fit-out.
Included Work
- Daily director-level inspections
- Client walk-throughs at lockup stage
- HIA-certified intermediate certifications
Completion & Handover
Final WeekOur directors conduct a comprehensive walkthrough of the finished residence, verifying every paint seam and tile alignment. We hand over keys, municipal occupancy certificates, and your homeowners manual.
Included Work
- Occupancy Certificate (OC) delivery
- Homeowner equipment training session
- Extended structural care period activation
Contract Assurance
Unlike volume builders who use provisional sums to hide cost increases, our architectural custom contracts are detailed, transparent, and fixed-price based on actual engineering designs.
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