From Design to Completion

Our Building Process

Swallow design & build land

1.

Initial Consultation

The first step of our process is for us to fully understand what you would like to achieve. We find it helpful to have a full understanding of your lifestyle, dreams and wishes, which we accomplish by carefully listening to your requirements. We can offer advice and design solutions that suit you and fits within your budget.

  • Site inspection to identify any potential issues
  • Budget and feasibility – all without obligation

2.

Design & Planning

The next step is to translate your ideas into a conceptual design. Our expertise in both design and construction will enable you to have a clear estimate of costs and programme timescales.

  • Establish work scope
  • Referral to interior designers if required
  • Quantity surveyor estimate
  • Create programme
  • Sign design and build agreement.
Planning

3.

Construction drawings

Architectural drawings are then created for the relevant authorities and construction purposes. At this point in the process, accurate budget headings can be established for all the different components of your project.

  • Planning Application submitted (if required)
  • Structural engineers’ calculations
  • Construction drawings
  • Material selections and finishes schedule
  • Full work scope

4.

Review & Construction Contract

A final review of all your specifications takes place to allow you to refine the costs of each element of the project before proceeding to the construction phase. We will guide you through every step of the building process from concept to completion. We are always available to speak personally.

  • Review design & work scope
  • Finalise costs
  • Create construction programme & payment schedule
  • Sign contract
  • Stage one payment
Brookside close up
Behind Little Croft, built by Swallow Design & Build

5.

Pre-construction & Delivery of Build

Before we can commence, we need to notify several parties to satisfy statutory obligations. We will coordinate everything and update you continually throughout the build process. During the build, we will have weekly progress meetings with you and phone app communications. After each stage of the build is complete, we raise an invoice.

  • Relevant Authorities & planning conditions
  • Water build over agreements
  • Party wall agreements
  • Site set up
  • Demolition
  • Welfare facilities
  • Neighbour notifications

Let’s talk about your project

Ready to start building? Every great home begins with a conversation. Your vision, our expertise—let’s bring your dream home to life and create a space that reflects your lifestyle. Contact us today to start planning.