design & build construction
extraordinary value, extraordinary certainty
At LRAbuild, we deliver projects through integrated design & build - one team, one contract, one vision.
This means:
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lower costs - no duplication of fees, fewer variations
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reduced risk - clear responsibility, no disputes
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faster delivery - projects completed up to 20% quicker
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higher satisfaction - a tailored SME service that puts you first
why integrated design & build means better value & lower risk
At LRAbuild, we believe in making construction simpler, smarter and more rewarding for our clients. By offering an integrated design & build service we combine design cost planning and construction.
This approach is not only more convenient - it is proven to increase cost effectiveness and reduce risk.
See below to find out how integrated design & build with LRAbuild can give you 15-20% more living space
cost effectiveness
no duplication of fees
In traditional procurement, clients pay separate overheads and mark-ups to architects, project managers, contractors and subcontractors. Our integrated model removes duplication - giving you better value for money.
fewer surprises, fewer variations
Industry research (national audit office; RICS) shows that design changes during construction are reduced by up to 50% when design & build are aligned. Fewer variations mean lower costs and greater certainty.
faster delivery
By overlapping design and construction, projects move quicker. Integrated design and build models regularly deliver 10-20% faster programmes (construction excellence; NAO) - saving time and cutting site preliminaries.
references
modernising construction: report by the controller & auditor general, 2001
collaborative procurement guide, 2010
improving public services through better construction, 2005
cost changes in UK design & build projects, 2021
partnering & the UK construction industry: the first ten years, 2001
reduced risk
one team, one contract
With a single point of responsibility, you avoid the disputes and delays that often arise between separate designers and contractors. Industry guidance (JCT, CIOB) highlights that this model transfers risk away from the client and creates clarity.
buildability, from day one
Because we both design and construct, buildability is embedded in the project from the start. This means fewer technical risks, smoother construction and a higher-quality outcome.
certainty of outcome
BCIS cost benchmarking shows that final account costs are more predictable under integrated design & build than traditional routes. For clients, this means less financial risk and greater peace of mind.
get in touch
Let's design & build your future - contact us to arrange a consultation.