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Design-Build Services

Experience the benefits of our integrated approach. We streamline your construction process, reduce costs, and achieve a higher quality end-result with a unified team.

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Integrated, Single-Source Delivery

Commercial design-build teams are unique due to their integrated, single-source approach that combines both design and construction services under a single contract and a unified team. This fundamentally differs from traditional methods (design-bid-build), where the owner manages separate contracts for designers and contractors.

By bringing architects, engineers, and builders together from day one, we foster a culture of teamwork and shared problem-solving. This seamless flow of information helps prevent misunderstandings, eliminates design errors, and ensures your vision is executed flawlessly.

The Core Difference

Moving away from traditional silos to a unified workflow.

  • Single Contract
  • Unified Team
  • Collaborative Workflow
  • Owner-Centric Focus

Key Differentiators

Single Accountability

The client has one point of contact responsible for the entire project, minimizing the risk of "finger-pointing" between firms.

Streamlined Comms

Architects, engineers, and construction professionals work together from day one, fostering teamwork and preventing errors.

Faster Delivery

Design and construction phases can overlap, significantly compressing the timeline so construction begins earlier.

Cost Efficiency

Early involvement allows for continuous value engineering, identifying cost-saving opportunities before they become expensive.

Reduced Risk

We assume the majority of the risk for the project's outcome, including design integrity and quality, lessening your exposure.

Flexibility

Our team can adapt quickly to scope changes or unforeseen challenges without the extensive contractual delays of traditional methods.

Design-Build Questions

Is Design-Build faster than traditional construction?

Yes. By overlapping the design and construction phases, we can often break ground while final details are still being drawn. This "fast-tracking" method significantly reduces the overall project timeline compared to the linear Design-Bid-Build process.

Can I use my own architect?

Absolutely. While we offer full in-house design services, we frequently partner with client-selected architects. In this scenario, we act as the construction partner during the design phase to provide cost feedback and constructability reviews.

Does this method save money?

Generally, yes. The integrated team works to design within your budget from the start. We identify cost-saving materials and methods early in the process, avoiding the expensive redesigns that often happen when a traditional bid comes in over budget.

Aligning with Your Business Goals

At HKC Construction, we don't just build to a set of plans; we build for your success. The design-build process is specifically designed to align the project's floor plan and aesthetic, including branding, functionality, and workflow with your specific business objectives from the very outset.

This holistic approach ensures that the final result is not just a building, but a strategic asset that supports your operations and growth.

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