How much will my house cost?

At any stage of your project we can provide you with a cost estimate. We will make sure you are forewarned and forearmed to progress to the next step. See how this works in a little more detail on our project page.

How do I know what I can get for how much I want to spend?

We will work with you to create a clear design brief that reflects your budget. This will set you down the right path from the start. The brief will determine key aspects of the design such as how big, how many bedrooms, essential spaces and performance aspirations.

What are all the costs I need to consider?

We work with you to establish a thorough project budget. A budget is like a recipe. You need to have just the right amount of each ingredient and understand what each element brings to the pot. We will help you understand each component and how together, they form the project budget.

How do I make sure my design is completed within the timeframe I want?

We will create a viable project timeline that meets your requirements and then get sign-off from all project group parties to ensure this occurs.

How do I pick a design team that aligns with my requirements?

Kingfisher will undertake the procurement process and advise on you for the best possible outcome here. With our experience and expertise we can guide you through the process.

How much will I have to pay for the design, and when?

KCM will provide a cashflow schedule that the whole project team will buy into. This will identify who to pay how much, and when.

How do I know if the house design will fit in with my budget?

We will complete our first estimate based on the information provided by the design team. This will provide an accurate insight into the project cost.

My house design is over budget. What can I do?

We are often called in to assist when house build costs overrun. At this time we will provide a series of options to reduce costs whilst maintaining the project brief.

How warm will the new house build be?

This information will be provided in our build performance report, which will advise on warmth, comfort, complexity or ease of construction and advisory design detailing.

I want to explore some different cladding options but I don’t know if these will fit in my budget. What should I do?

We will provide a series of cost comparisons so you can understand the impact of different specifications on your budget.

What is the best way to choose a good builder?

KCM can provide procurement advice so you can understand the pros and cons of each procurement strategy suited to you and your project. Typically Kingfisher will administer tender for fixed price offers.

How do I pick an architect?

KCM can provide design team procurement advice based on your requirements. We will blend your design brief and your budget to create a tender document for design services. We will help you decide the best Architect for your project.

What can I do to increase the performance of my house?

We can provide our build performance report that will advise on how the house will perform in terms of heating, cooling, comfort and other key factors. The report will provide recommendations to increase performance along with any cost implications.