motivations and objectives for the project. While open-ended design briefs provide us with the greatest creative flexibility, we ensure that once the project scope is clearly defined, our diverse team explores a range of concept designs to bring the vision to life.” In the early stage of the process, the team explores every possible option. They engage with the builders to ensure the project is on budget, then coordinate the development approvals. They offer comprehensive construction documentation to their clients to allow them to gain a realistic, total build cost upfront before signing contracts. SBD also offers interior design services which includes creating photo-realistic 3d renderings, detailed drawings and schedules of all the interior spaces of the home. SBD Studio has a team of builders they work with regularly who are passionate about what they do, says Jake. “It is an enjoyable process for the client. The client has a designer they trust and a builder they can work with as an extension of us. We’ve aligned ourselves with good consultants, builders, and trades.” “We have some clients who come back to us for project after project,” says Jake. Through working with other architectural firms, the company has largely spread through word of mouth and referrals by past clients, builders, and other industry professionals, including engineers, and certifiers. “When we typically work with a builder, they like our process. They like the fact that we’re not just creatives, but understand construction also.” Photography: Luke Butterly MARCH 2025
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