When you’re considering building a new home, it’s natural to want to know the cost straight away. Many people ask for a price on a pre-designed plan or a square metre rate to quickly judge if a build is feasible.
At first glance, it seems simple. But in reality, an upfront figure without context can be misleading, especially for a high-performance home. That’s why we start with a meeting: it gives you certainty around feasibility and expectations, instead of relying on ambiguous figures or guesswork.
Why a Single Price Can Mislead
Two homes of the same size can vary significantly in cost depending on:
- Site conditions such as slope, soil, or location
- Design choices like roof form, finishes, or glazing
- Performance priorities including insulation levels, airtightness, ventilation and window choices
- Lifestyle needs such as design changes for extra space, the internal layout, or accessibility
If we gave you a figure without context, it risks being inaccurate for your unique situation & needs, and homeowners may end up comparing plans on price alone rather than value, inclusions or specific to your location.
Why We Meet First
Instead of handing out a price upfront, we invite you to meet with us first. There is no obligation, but it allows us to:
✔️ Understand your goals, site, and priorities
✔️ Explain how variables affect cost and performance
✔️ Show the true value of a high-performance home
✔️ Discuss other options that may better suit your lifestyle, budget, or site
This way, you get clarity and context…..not just a number on a page.
The Value Conversation
A high-performance home isn’t just about the initial build cost. It’s about the long-term comfort, health, and energy savings that come from doing it right. By understanding your needs first, we can help shape a design that balances budget, performance, and lifestyle or a feasibility insight into what you really want and need.
In Summary
We don’t avoid giving prices, we avoid giving misleading ones.
By starting with a conversation, you gain confidence that your build is feasible, realistic, and tailored to your priorities.
Stop guessing and let’s meet to talk about your dream home.
