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Process

The Coolhouse process is streamlined to simplify the design and build process outlined with 6 steps.

Step 01

Get in touch

Meet and discuss your brief and the process of owning a Coolhouse. We can either meet in our Auckland office or for a small fee come to site.

Step 02

Commencement of the design phase.

•Develop plans and elevations as concept sketches based on brief and the site
•Review Council planning regulations and any site or resource consent issues
•Cost estimate allowing for site works, construction, project management plus any specialist consultants required
•Geotech report and site survey provided

Step 03

Concept designs are developed to full working drawings, incorporating input from appropriate consultants such as engineers, geotechnicians, etc.

•Applications for Building Consents are made
•Specify finishes and fittings for the interior
•Reconfirm project costs based on final drawings and outline a timeline for construction
•Obtain building consent and resource consent if required

Step 04

You will be presented with a QS estimate and a NZS.3910 or a NZIA-SCC 2018 building contract.

•A signed contract and 20% deposit of the estimated cost is required to proceed to construction
•A detailed timeline of your build will be established
•Your Project Manager and Construction team will be appointed and introduced

Step 05

The site preparation begins ready for construction.

Step 06

Move into your completed home.