Building a home involves hundreds of decisions, from the layout and structure to materials, approvals and finishes. A coordinated design and build pathway can make those decisions easier when responsibilities and expectations are established early.
Edina works with private clients and appropriately appointed design professionals to shape suitable residential projects around design intent, buildability, budget and the realities of construction. The design responsibilities and delivery arrangement are defined for each project rather than assumed.
YOUR BRIEF COMES FIRST
We listen to how you want to live, what matters most and where your priorities sit.
DESIGN AND COST CONSIDERED TOGETHER
Builder input can help the design team test construction implications before key selections become commitments.
ONE COORDINATED PROGRAMME
Architectural, engineering, services and permit activities are planned around the agreed delivery model.
CLEAR RESPONSIBILITY
Design consultants, Edina and the client each have defined obligations for decisions, approvals and construction.
01. Initial conversation
We discuss the site, objectives, design stage, intended budget and whether Edina is a suitable fit.
02. Preconstruction agreement
For projects needing design coordination or feasibility work, we establish a paid scope and clear deliverables.
03. Design development
The appointed designers develop the design while Edina provides agreed construction and cost planning input.
04. Construction proposal
Once documentation and risks are sufficiently defined, the construction scope, price basis and contract responsibilities are agreed.
05. Build and handover
Site management, consultant coordination, inspections and documented handover follow the agreed plan.
A good design response starts with the realities of the site.
SLOPING BLOCKS
A sloping site can create exceptional architecture, but access, earthworks, retaining walls, drainage and structural design need to be understood early. We coordinate the construction implications with your design team before the programme and cost are finalised.
NARROW BLOCKS
Limited access, setbacks and neighbouring properties affect how a home is designed and built. We plan site logistics, deliveries, services and structural sequencing around the constraints of the block.
GREENFIELD BLOCKS
Even a clear site needs careful planning. Ground conditions, service connections, site levels, stormwater and permit requirements can materially affect construction. We assess these matters before committing to the delivery approach.
Our Projects section shows selected completed homes and the level of design and construction detail behind them.
Edina Building Group operates a management system certified to ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environmental) and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety). Every project is planned, built and documented under the same certified quality, environmental and safety processes.
Whether you already have an architect or are at the beginning of the process, we can discuss what level of Edina involvement is suitable and which preconstruction services should be formally agreed.