At Build By The SEA, we strive to make the construction process as enjoyable as the new space you’ll be creating.
When it comes to building and renovating, we never settle for less. We expand creative boundaries to fulfil your vision. We fuse function and form. And we never lose sight of the bigger picture – creating a space that inspires you for years to come.
Using your vision and budget as our compass, we’ll offer varied ideas and options for you to choose from, and source the perfect craftspeople to execute them.
Most importantly, we believe in open and honest communication, which means keep you up-to-date at every stage, and we’re always transparent about budgets and timelines.
Building or renovating your dream space?
Here’s how it works:
Complimentary Consultation
The first step is understanding your vision and assessing the feasibility of the project. This starts with a complimentary phone call, site visit and pre-appraisal. We want you to feel confident moving forward, so you’ll walk away with an approximate project timeline, as well as estimations for the construction and planning costs of your dream build.
If this aligns with your expectations, we can move to design, planning and approvals – this is the best way to obtain accurate pricing and avoid unforeseen costs. Once we've delivered this service, there is no pressure to continue working on your project with us.
Design and Planning
Working with our in-house designer Maikel we’ll plan and design the house of your dreams. This includes design drawings, budget guidance and recommendations on interior and exterior design selections. You’re welcome to join us onsite, in the office or over Zoom and email to chat about these choices.
We’ll also take the paperwork off your hands by managing all the plans that need to be submitted to Council. This includes engineering, geotech, town planning, building certification, bushfire assessment and any other reports your project requires. After assessing your individual project needs, we will provide a tailored fee structure for the required services.
Quote and Tender Process
Taking between six and eight weeks, the tendering process helps us identify the complete costs of your project – from the finest details of material selection to specialist tradespeople – so you can make informed decisions with no surprises.
We provide a full and detailed quote for this service, which ensures the most accurate cost estimates, helping you forecast expenses and minimise unforeseen budget blowouts due to contract variations
Contract Execution
Having determined the project costs and timeline, we will collaborate with you to prepare a detailed contract that clearly outlines the scope of work and what you can expect throughout the construction process.
This ensures you have all the necessary information to confidently move forward with your build. Once the contract is signed, we will confirm the construction start date and begin the project.
Construction
This is where your vision comes to life! With a trusted team of carpenters, contractors and support staff who are deeply passionate and skilled at what they do, we pride ourselves on completing this stage on time, on budget, and to an exceptional standard.
During construction, we treat your home as if it’s our own. That means a safe workplace, clean site, and a courteous and professional team.
You are encouraged to be involved at every stage of the project to ensure you are fully informed about progress. We will schedule meetings onsite or in the office as required or requested.
Follow Up and Servicing
Our service doesn’t end when we put the tools down. We guarantee our work, which means we’ll help service your home once it’s complete. We are also here to help with the maintenance and care of your home into the future, ensuring you get the best results from the products you have selected
“We couldn’t be happier with the results.
The onsite team and trades were second to none – their professionalism and attention to detail were outstanding. The office staff were equally impressive – always friendly, helpful, and ready to assist with any queries.
The entire process was seamless, and the final product went above and beyond what we had envisioned. Thank you for making our vision a reality.”
