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.

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Craig South and Campbell Jones, South Architects

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.

    • One-on-one workshop

    • Discussion of project budget, costs, and scope

    • Guidance on priorities and trade-offs

    • Q&A with South Architects team

  • $750 + gst

  • Clear understanding of your project budget and priorities, enabling informed decisions early.

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Craig South, South Architects

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.

    • Review of site and brief

    • Initial feasibility assessment

    • Recommendations for next steps

    • Guidance on project scope

  • $2,500–$3,000 + GST

  • Early clarity on project direction and potential challenges, supporting informed decisions.

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Anna and Craig South, South Architects

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.

    • 30-minute phone call

    • Discussion of client questions or project ideas

    • Expert guidance from Craig South

  • Free 30 minute call

  • Quick, actionable insight and guidance from an experienced architect.

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South Architects Team, Christchurch Architects

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.

    • Monthly drop-in session

    • Open Q&A with South Architects

    • General guidance on architecture, design, and process

  • Free drop in session

  • Quick, actionable insight and guidance from an experienced architect.

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TOOLKIT 

Free resources to help navigate your build journey.

  • 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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