Exploration Package

clarity before commitment

Are you thinking about building a new home, or renovating or extending your existing one, but unsure where to start?

The Exploration Package is designed for homeowners who want clarity around what’s realistically achievable before committing to full architectural design. It’s a structured, pressure-free way to understand your options, risks and next steps.

Many clients come to us with a clear aspiration for their home, but uncertainty around council approvals, heritage constraints, costs or timing. Others delay starting altogether, worried about making expensive mistakes. Some jump in too quickly, only to discover later that key decisions should have been made much earlier.

The Exploration Package helps you move forward with confidence, not guesswork.

this is for you if…

The Exploration Package is ideal if you:

• are planning a forever home rather than a speculative build

• care about good design, long-term liveability and quality outcomes

• want to understand what’s possible on your site before going further

• are navigating planning controls, heritage constraints or approvals

• want realistic guidance on costs, timelines and process

• value experienced advice early, before major decisions are locked in

This package may not be the right fit if you’re simply looking for someone to draw up a fixed idea or are primarily focused on finding the lowest-cost option.

what we cover

The Exploration Package is a comprehensive feasibility and advisory service tailored to your site, goals and budget.

It typically includes:

• a site review and consultation with Greg

• a review of relevant council planning controls and regulations

• high-level feasibility around what is achievable on your site

• guidance on likely costs, including consultants and construction considerations

• clear recommendations on next steps and options moving forward

The focus is not on producing drawings for their own sake, but on helping you make informed decisions at the right time.

why start here?

With decades of experience working on residential projects, including heritage homes, we understand where projects commonly run into trouble and how to avoid that early.

Clients consistently tell us that the real value of the Exploration Package is the clarity it provides. Knowing what’s realistic, what’s worth investing in and how to move forward with confidence.

fixed fee, low risk

The Exploration Package is offered at a fixed fee of $795.

This gives you access to professional advice that would typically be delivered as part of a much larger engagement, without any obligation to proceed further.

If you do choose to move ahead with our full design services, the fee is credited toward your next stage.

“We engaged Greg for pre-purchase advice because we weren’t sure what was possible on the property or whether our budget would stretch far enough for the renovation we had in mind.
Greg was highly responsive and arranged to review our brief, budget and timeline. He even attended a midweek inspection and, within an hour, delivered a clear and detailed report covering planning controls, site constraints, Sydney Water impacts and a concept design tailored to us.

Even though we didn’t end up buying the property, his guidance gave us clarity and the confidence to bid. We would recommend Greg to anyone requiring these services. He clearly knows his stuff and is passionate about delivering value for his clients.” — John & Rowena

about Karmatecture

Led by Greg Prentice B.Arch, Karmatecture specialises in thoughtful, site-specific residential building design. We work closely with clients who value experience, collaboration and design that genuinely improves the way they live.