Design-Build Process

Northcape Design is one source that provides both high-quality, professional design and high-quality, professional craftsmanship.

1 - Design

The Northcape Design Advantage is a comprehensive design process designed to minimize the confusion that can arise in the early stages of home design. We start with a simple agreement which lays out the estimated project cost range and the fixed cost of the design process. From there we get to work on sophisticated CAD software (Computer aided design) renderings to be able to show you what the completed process will look like. This allows for the amazing benefit of being able to foresee and modify changes, styles, and preferences before a single nail is driven home. Once we’ve agreed on the design files, we begin to pull samples to bring your dream project to life. We have spent years refining our design process to be as efficient, collaborative, and supportive as possible at every step.

Our Design Process

2 - Build

When your design firm is also a construction company, you end up with a more cohesive project that is not only beautiful, but practical. We know what products work well together, have reliable warranties and are locally available at competitive prices. We know what construction methods and techniques will be best suited for your project and can easily translate that to your overall cost. We also have the advantage of having spent 40 years developing strong relationships with trusted local trade partners who will treat your project like their own home. When you work with Northcape Design-Build you are starting a relationship with a company that can take you from concept to completion without having to burden you with finding a dozen different people to do a dozen different jobs, we handle it all, and we communicate with you the whole way.

Our Construction Process

1 - Design

The Northcape Design Advantage is a comprehensive design process designed to minimize the confusion that can arise in the early stages of home design. We start with a simple agreement which lays out the estimated project cost range and the fixed cost of the design process. From there we get to work on sophisticated CAD software (Computer aided design) renderings to be able to show you what the completed process will look like. This allows for the amazing benefit of being able to foresee and modify changes, styles, and preferences before a single nail is driven home. Once we’ve agreed on the design files, we begin to pull samples to bring your dream project to life. We have spent years refining our design process to be as efficient, collaborative, and supportive as possible at every step.

Our Design Process

2 - Build

When your design firm is also a construction company, you end up with a more cohesive project that is not only beautiful, but practical. We know what products work well together, have reliable warranties and are locally available at competitive prices. We know what construction methods and techniques will be best suited for your project and can easily translate that to your overall cost. We also have the advantage of having spent 40 years developing strong relationships with trusted local trade partners who will treat your project like their own home. When you work with Northcape Design-Build you are starting a relationship with a company that can take you from concept to completion without having to burden you with finding a dozen different people to do a dozen different jobs, we handle it all, and we communicate with you the whole way.

Our Construction Process

There are many advantages to working with a design-build firm to build your new home or to help you complete renovations and additions to your existing home.

Cost Effective

As a design-build firm, Northcape Design-Build has the expertise to create a realistic budget and stick to it. We know you work hard for your money and unless you have an unlimited budget, you want to get the best value for your dollar. When it comes to estimating, purchasing and assessing job costs, our team keeps a close eye on cost, so you don’t have to.

Value Engineering

We assemble a team of trade contractors for each project to provide feedback throughout the design and pricing process. We gain the benefit of dialog with professionals who can suggest cost-effective alternatives and we save you time and money by uncovering costly design problems before we commit.

Practical Construction

When your design firm is also a construction company, you end up with a more cohesive project that is not only beautiful, but practical. As a design-build firm, we can quickly determine if your vision fits within your budget before you invest time and money into your design. We know what products work well together, have reliable warranties and are locally available at competitive prices. We know what construction methods and techniques will be best suited for your project and can easily translate that to your overall cost.

One-Stop Shopping

As a design-build firm, we manage every aspect of your project from concept to moving day and are able to keep your project free of reinterpretations as it moves from the design phase to the construction phase. We listen to your ideas, offer suggestions and selections and ultimately deliver a completed project that is uniquely you.

Single Point Responsibility

Occasionally problems arise; when they do, sole accountability prevents your project from coming to a standstill. When need be, we resolve problems quickly and often without having to worry you with the process.

Affordable, Professional Design

Professional, affordable, attractive design will instantly add value to your home. Our designs are geared towards production and saving you money through a streamlined process. Working with Northcape Design-Build will ensure that your dream design is in your reach and within your budget.

Time Saving

We want to you to enjoy your new home, renovation or addition sooner rather than later, and as a design-build firm, we can. When we enter the design phase for your project, we already know where you fit into the schedule, and often times we are able to overlap certain planning and construction phases. Without the conventional separation of design and construction services, we can help you get what you want sooner.

Strong Working Relationship

We believe in understanding what is important to you, which is why we believe in establishing a strong, trusting relationship with you, our customer. This is why during the design phase you establish an understanding with your builder, a connection with your Project Manager, and knowledge of how Northcape Design-Build operates in its procedures and customer service. The best part? You’re relationship carries over from the design phase right into the construction phase.

There are many advantages to working with a design-build firm to build your new home or to help you complete renovations and additions to your existing home.

Cost Effective

As a design-build firm, Northcape Design-Build has the expertise to create a realistic budget and stick to it. We know you work hard for your money and unless you have an unlimited budget, you want to get the best value for your dollar. When it comes to estimating, purchasing and assessing job costs, our team keeps a close eye on cost, so you don’t have to.

Value Engineering

We assemble a team of trade contractors for each project to provide feedback throughout the design and pricing process. We gain the benefit of dialog with professionals who can suggest cost-effective alternatives and we save you time and money by uncovering costly design problems before we commit.

Practical Construction

When your design firm is also a construction company, you end up with a more cohesive project that is not only beautiful, but practical. As a design-build firm, we can quickly determine if your vision fits within your budget before you invest time and money into your design. We know what products work well together, have reliable warranties and are locally available at competitive prices. We know what construction methods and techniques will be best suited for your project and can easily translate that to your overall cost.

One-Stop Shopping

As a design-build firm, we manage every aspect of your project from concept to moving day and are able to keep your project free of reinterpretations as it moves from the design phase to the construction phase. We listen to your ideas, offer suggestions and selections and ultimately deliver a completed project that is uniquely you.

Single Point Responsibility

Occasionally problems arise; when they do, sole accountability prevents your project from coming to a standstill. When need be, we resolve problems quickly and often without having to worry you with the process.

Affordable, Professional Design

Professional, affordable, attractive design will instantly add value to your home. Our designs are geared towards production and saving you money through a streamlined process. Working with Northcape Design-Build will ensure that your dream design is in your reach and within your budget.

Time Saving

We want to you to enjoy your new home, renovation or addition sooner rather than later, and as a design-build firm, we can. When we enter the design phase for your project, we already know where you fit into the schedule, and often times we are able to overlap certain planning and construction phases. Without the conventional separation of design and construction services, we can help you get what you want sooner.

Strong Working Relationship

We believe in understanding what is important to you, which is why we believe in establishing a strong, trusting relationship with you, our customer. This is why during the design phase you establish an understanding with your builder, a connection with your Project Manager, and knowledge of how Northcape Design-Build operates in its procedures and customer service. The best part? You’re relationship carries over from the design phase right into the construction phase.