--- title: Understanding the steps in your Design & Build Journey description: Understanding the steps in your Design & Build Journey image: https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hubfs/D%26B%20header%20-%20300x175%20V2-1.jpg --- [![Classic Group](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hubfs/CG-P-Logo-FullCol-RGB.png)](https://classicgroup.nz/) [Design & Build](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/tag/design-build) # Understanding the steps in your Design & Build Journey 09.11.2021 Our Design & Build options put you in control of the decisions that matter most to you. Whether you want to design your home from scratch, or draw inspiration from one of our plans, our expert team will work with you to bring your dream to life. ![D&B Journey process Guide- headers](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/D%26B%20Journey%20process%20Guide-%20headers.jpg?width=767&name=D%26B%20Journey%20process%20Guide-%20headers.jpg) ***![Journey Icons-02-1](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Journey%20Icons-02-1.png?width=70&name=Journey%20Icons-02-1.png)Considerations*** Where do you want to live? How many bedrooms? Who will be living in the home?   ***![Journey Icons-03](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Journey%20Icons-03.png?width=80&name=Journey%20Icons-03.png)Talk to your bank*** Visit your bank or broker to understand your budget.   ![D&B Journey process Guide- headers2](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/D%26B%20Journey%20process%20Guide-%20headers2.jpg?width=767&name=D%26B%20Journey%20process%20Guide-%20headers2.jpg)   *![Journey Icons-07](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Journey%20Icons-07.png?width=80&name=Journey%20Icons-07.png) Find a section* Start by searching sections for sale in the area you’re looking to build to get a gauge on prices and availability. Our consultants are happy to work with you through this process.   ![Journey Icons-05](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Journey%20Icons-05.png?width=93&name=Journey%20Icons-05.png) *Dig a little deeper* Review the Title, Covenants (if any), Geotech, LIM Reports, and any other available information with an expert to ensure an informed review of the property and any potential risks.   ![Journey Icons-06](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Journey%20Icons-06.png?width=70&name=Journey%20Icons-06.png) *Engage your solicitor* If you have a solicitor, great! If not, now’s a good time to find one. Ask friends or family to recommend someone they trust.   *![Journey Icons-21](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Journey%20Icons-21.png?width=85&name=Journey%20Icons-21.png) Partner with us* Work with Classic Builders, we listen and understand your vision. We can connect you with others who have been through our build process so you can get independent feedback to give you peace of mind.   *![Journey Icons-07](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Journey%20Icons-07.png?width=97&name=Journey%20Icons-07.png) Site evaluation* We will meet you onsite to evaluate your section. Assess things like earthworks, sun, services and contour, to ensure any challenges are identified upfront. This ensures your pricing and timeframes are accurate down the track.   *![D&B Journey process Guide- headers3-1](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/D%26B%20Journey%20process%20Guide-%20headers3-1.jpg?width=767&name=D%26B%20Journey%20process%20Guide-%20headers3-1.jpg)* ![Journey Icons-08](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Journey%20Icons-08.png?width=69&height=70&name=Journey%20Icons-08.png)*Create your blueprint* Work with us to get all of your ideas onto paper and start creating a floorplan. Size, layout, orientation, and room requirements – your entire home will come to life during this stage.   ![Journey Icons-09](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Journey%20Icons-09.png?width=82&name=Journey%20Icons-09.png)*Fixtures and fittings* When you’ve finalised your floorplan, we will source quotes from the suppliers required to build your home and put together a schedule of all construction materials and fittings.   ![Journey Icons-10](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Journey%20Icons-10.png?width=96&name=Journey%20Icons-10.png)*Quote & Contracts* The final quote and contract documents will be presented to you by our Building Consultant. Once you’ve signed the documents, your build can be prepared to submit to council. It’s then time to get on to the fun stuff, like picking colours.   ![D&B Journey process Guide- headers4](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/D%26B%20Journey%20process%20Guide-%20headers4.jpg?width=767&name=D%26B%20Journey%20process%20Guide-%20headers4.jpg)   ![Journey Icons-11](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Journey%20Icons-11.png?width=120&name=Journey%20Icons-11.png)*Everything is coming together* Your build will start coming to life and hitting milestones. Throughout the build you will be invited onsite as well as receiving regular updates to check out how it’s looking and ensure everything is tracking to plan.   ![Journey Icons-12](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Journey%20Icons-12.png?width=100&name=Journey%20Icons-12.png)*Progress payments* You will be invoiced as key milestones in the build are completed. You’ll work with your bank or broker to draw down on your mortgage to pay these invoices.   ![D&B building complete](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/D%26B%20building%20complete.jpg?width=767&name=D%26B%20building%20complete.jpg)   ![Journey Icons-13](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Journey%20Icons-13.png?width=75&name=Journey%20Icons-13.png)*Settlement* We will arrange a walk-through with you before the final handover. Settlement generally happens ten days after the code of compliance is issued. You’ll need to pay your final invoice before you can move in.    ![Journey Icons-14](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Journey%20Icons-14.png?width=86&name=Journey%20Icons-14.png)*Move in day!* Once all payments are made the keys are yours, you can move in. Welcome home!    ![Journey Icons-16](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Journey%20Icons-16.png?width=84&name=Journey%20Icons-16.png) *Warranty / Classic Care* [After you move in we stick around and support you with Classic Care and our 10-year structural warranty.](https://www.classicbuilders.co.nz/house-land/warranty/)   [Previous article Understanding the steps in your House & Land Journey](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/understanding-the-steps-in-your-house-land-journey) [Next article Building new vs. buying existing - which is the right choice for you?](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/building-new-vs.-buying-existing-which-is-the-right-choice-for-you) ### Subscribe Here! Need to talk to our team? Find a Showhome near you. [Contact](https://www.classicbuilders.co.nz/locations/) © 2010 - 2026 Classic Group - 160 Seventeenth Avenue Tauranga South Tauranga New Zealand 3112