A design and build contract is an agreement in which one contractor manages both the design and build of your project.
Instead of hiring a builder and a designer separately, you work with one company responsible for the architectural planning, building regulations, budget management and the build itself.
H & OB Building offers just that: your entire project managed from end to end, so there’s no crossed wires, no separate calls to make, no schedules to align; from the foundations to the finishing coat of paint, we’ve got it covered.
How Does a Design and Build Contract Work?
Under a design and build contract, your chosen building company oversees each stage of your project.
Here is H & OB Building’s approach to the design and build process:
- From Design to Decoration: We collaborate with a team of trusted contractors, including electricians, painters and decorators, equipped to manage every aspect of your project and deliver a flawless finish.
- Architectural Collaboration: We work closely with local architects and monitor architectural drawings to give you confidence that your final build will be completed accurately.
- Dedicated Project Management: You will be in direct communication with your personal contract manager who will oversee your project from start to finish, ensuring the job is done on time, within budget, and to your complete satisfaction.
Why Choose a Design and Build Contract?
Choosing a design and build contract gives you a single point of contact and realistic budget management from day one.
Because the designers and builders collaborate from the start, you avoid unexpected surprises, eliminate communication gaps and benefit from faster delivery times.
In a traditional setup, where the design and build are managed separately, you commission an architect to draw plans, and then put the project out to tender with various builders. If the builders’ estimates come in higher than expected, designs must be redrawn, leading to frustrating delays and extra fees; choosing a design and build contract eliminates this.
What Projects Are Suited to Design and Build in Oxfordshire?
A design and build contract is an ideal route across all scales of domestic and commercial development:
- Homeowners: Whether you’re planning a new build, an extension, a loft conversion, or reconfiguring a period property, having one team manage your entire project is simpler, faster and often cheaper.
- Housing Developers: For residential developments or townhouse projects, an integrated approach delivers strict adherence to building programmes and commercial budgets.
- Architects: For independent architects seeking a dependable building firm that communicates clearly and executes plans with precision.
Plan Your Design and Build with H & OB Building
With over 25 years of expertise, H & OB Building provides complete peace of mind for your design and build project, managing every stage under one roof, eliminating the friction of juggling separate contractors, ensuring direct accountability, paramount satisfaction and a 10-year guarantee on all structural work.
Contact us today to discuss your design and build project ideas.