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WE TAKE THE SURPRISES OUT OF YOUR BUDGET—BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE
Early, structured cost information for residential projects – giving architects and clients shared confidence in the budget.
Fixed fees and fast turnaround, without the traditional QS overhead.
WHY EARLY COST CLARITY MATTERS
When the budget isn’t clear, everyone is exposed. Designs move forward on assumptions, costs drift, and tough conversations with clients come too late.
By setting realistic financial boundaries from the start, architects and clients can make design decisions with confidence. Expectations are aligned, scope creep is reduced, and planning, funding and tender stages run more smoothly.
Early cost clarity protects both the design vision and the budget – so the project feels under control from day one, not just at tender.
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN
BUDGETS DRIFT?
Industry studies suggest that around 69% of projects go over budget by more than 10%¹ – and when that happens, client trust inevitably takes a hit².
That trust matters. Repeat business and referrals account for around 38% of architects’ new commissions³, so keeping budgets aligned isn’t just a project issue – it’s a long-term practice issue.
Our role is to help architects and clients avoid those surprises by putting clear, realistic numbers in place early.
¹ KPMG: Global Construction Survey 2015; ² RIBA: The Cost of Not Designing to a Budget; ³ RIBA: Client Survey 2019
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN
BUDGETS DRIFT?
Industry studies suggest that around 69% of projects go over budget by more than 10%¹ – and when that happens, client trust inevitably takes a hit².
That trust matters. Repeat business and referrals account for around 38% of architects’ new commissions³, so keeping budgets aligned isn’t just a project issue – it’s a long-term practice issue.
Our role is to help architects and clients avoid those surprises by putting clear, realistic numbers in place early.
¹ KPMG: Global Construction Survey 2015; ² RIBA: The Cost of Not Designing to a Budget; ³ RIBA: Client Survey 2019
HOW OUR 5-STEP COST CONTROL FRAMEWORK WORKS
A
Agree the Brief & Budget
Define what’s in, what’s out — and set a realistic cost and fee baseline.
B
Concept
Cost Check
Sense-check early ideas and options against the budget before they harden.
C
Pre-Planning
Review
Confirm design,
spec assumptions, and risks using the Planning-Ready
Checklist.
D
Pre-Tender
Benchmark
Refine pricing and
specification so
tender returns stay within range.
E
Agree the
Price with
Confidence
Agree on the contractor's price that fits the budget, with minimal scope for variations.
STRUCTURE. CLARITY. CONFIDENCE
WHY ARCHITECTS RECOMMEND US
We help architects manage those conversations with confidence
– and give clients the reassurance that the numbers are grounded in reality.
Set realistic budgets early, based on real-world data
Reduce the risk of late-stage cost surprises and redesign loops
Handle budget conversations with clients earlier and with more certainty
Keep projects moving without delays caused by late cost checks
"Misaligned budgets are one of the biggest challenges for architects today."
ArchDaily: How Architects Adapt to
Changing Client Needs
HOW CLIENTS BENEFIT TOO
When costs are vague, every design decision feels risky.
Clear, structured cost planning turns the budget into a tool, not a threat.
For clients, that translates into:
More confident decisions – you can see the cost impact of options, not guess
Fewer surprises – reduced risk of late changes, disputes and overspends
Stronger project viability – budgets that stand up to funding and planning scrutiny
Studies in comparable markets suggest that residential developments with strong cost control and early budget tracking can achieve significantly better returns over the life of the project.*
*For example, Contract Australia reported residential projects achieving up to 30% higher ROI where clear cost control and early budget tracking were in place (2025).
WHAT ARCHITECTS SAY ABOUT US
"As an architect working with homeowners, we've been using Multiproject (SE) Ltd since the start of the year. The great service and invaluable advice on project costs has been a godsend for us and clients, and the reasonable cost of services has meant that Multiproject and the work they produce are now an indispesible part of our process."
KIERON PEATY
STUDIO40
SIMPLE. FAST. RELIABLE.
WITH CLEAR DELIVERABLES AND FIXED FEES—NO SURPRISES.
Starting from just £140 + VAT
PRIVATE RESIDENTIAL
Project Size | Budget Estimate | Elemental Cost Plan | Schedule of Works |
|---|---|---|---|
Below £150k | Starting from £140 | £315 | £785 |
£150k - £500k | Starting from £140 | £500 | £1,310 |
£500k–£1m | Starting from £140 | £785 | £2,360 |
£1m-£2m | Starting from £260 | £1,155 | £3,100 |
Over £2m | Starting from £260 | POA | POA |
HOW IT WORKS
A SIMPLE, STRUCTURED PROCESS FOR EVERY PROJECT.
SEND US YOUR PROJECT
Share your drawings, sketches or design information at its current stage, along with a brief description of your client’s goals and priorities. We’ll review everything and advise which of our services is the right fit for the project.
YOU PLACE THE ORDER
Once you’re happy with the scope and fee, you confirm the order and we book the work into our programme.
WE CONFIRM THE FIXED FEE
We review the information and confirm a fixed fee and target turnaround, so you and your client know exactly what to expect.
CLARIFY THE DETAILS (RFI)
Our team reviews the information in detail and issues a concise RFI to resolve any gaps or assumptions before we start costing.
DRAFT BUDGET & COST ESTIMATES FOR YOUR COMMENTS
We prepare the cost information and issue a draft version for your comments. This is your chance to align the numbers with the design intent and client priorities.
FINAL PLAN READY FOR YOUR CLIENT
We refine the plan in line with your feedback and issue the final version, ready to share with your client and use for planning, funding and next-stage design decisions. (Further updates can be provided as the design develops.)
Budget clarity for project success
Structure. Clarity. Confidence.
Fast turnaround times to keep projects moving.
QS-backed cost plans without the traditional QS overhead.
Built for architects & private clients.
Suitable for live projects or broader issues around cost planning, cost control, and managing budgets
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