CLARITY PHASE SERVICES
Still shaping your ideas?
Our Clarity Phase helps you explore possibilities with Budget Workshops, Early Insight, and Design DNA, so your vision and priorities are clear before design begins.
Budget Workshop
A hands-on session to explore your project’s budget, costs, and priorities. Designed to provide clarity before committing to design. South Architects guides you through realistic cost expectations, helping align your project scope with financial realities. A practical, interactive workshop to ensure informed decisions from the start.
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One-on-one workshop
Discussion of project budget, costs, and scope
Guidance on priorities and trade-offs
Q&A with South Architects team
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$750 + gst
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Clear understanding of your project budget and priorities, enabling informed decisions early.
Early Insight
Early Insight provides preliminary guidance on your project. South Architects reviews site, brief, and aspirations to give early feedback on feasibility, potential challenges, and opportunities. Ideal for clients who want direction before committing to a full design package, helping you plan next steps with confidence.
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Review of site and brief
Initial feasibility assessment
Recommendations for next steps
Guidance on project scope
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$2,500–$3,000 + GST
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Early clarity on project direction and potential challenges, supporting informed decisions.
Ask the Expert
A short, focused phone consultation with Craig South. Ask any architecture-related questions, discuss ideas, or explore your project in a quick, no-cost format. Perfect for clients seeking expert insight without commitment, providing professional guidance and initial advice in a convenient, accessible way.
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30-minute phone call
Discussion of client questions or project ideas
Expert guidance from Craig South
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Free 30 minute call
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Quick, actionable insight and guidance from an experienced architect.
Free & Easy Session
A casual, monthly drop-in session to ask questions about your project. No fee, no booking commitment. Ideal for exploring ideas, clarifying processes, or getting a general sense of architecture and design considerations. An accessible way for clients to connect with South Architects and receive informal guidance.
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Monthly drop-in session
Open Q&A with South Architects
General guidance on architecture, design, and process
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Free drop in session
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Quick, actionable insight and guidance from an experienced architect.
TOOLKIT
Free resources to help navigate your build journey.
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![A guide for architect selection featuring a modern interior office space with large windows, wooden furniture, and potted plants.]()
Architect Selection Guide
Our guide offers expert advice to help you choose the right architect with confidence.
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![Brochure titled 'Your Home Build Journey' with images of modern house architecture and interior design, green background, and white text.]()
Your Home Build Journey
A clear guide to the home build process.
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![Brochure titled "Overall Budget vs Build Budget: A Guide for Residential Projects" with a modern house image and South Architects logo.]()
Build Budget vs Project Budget
Clarifying the difference between total project costs and build costs.
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