Bellwether Architecture & Engineering · Architectural
Full architectural service
BAE runs the design from brief to completion: design development, council approval, construction drawings, tender documents and site inspections through the build.
- Fee
- 5–7% of building cost, excl. VAT
- Basis
- A share of the estimated cost of the building work — a budget figure until the proposal.
- Not included
- Engineers, quantity surveying and municipal fees are added only where BAE is appointed for them.
- Confirmed
- On BAE's written proposal and terms of engagement — nothing is charged until you accept.
- Signed by
- The registered architect or engineer allocated to your project, named with their SACAP or ECSA registration on the proposal.
What you get
- Brief, concept and design development
- Council approval
- Construction and detail drawings, specifications
- Tender documents and contractor appointment
- Site inspections and the completion certificate
When you need it
- Custom homes and larger buildings
- Owners who want one practice to manage design and quality on site
Budget it with the design fee estimator.
Send a brief
BAE replies with questions or a fee proposal. Reply to the confirmation email with any drawings, title deed or photos.
More architectural
House plans & council submission
Concept to council-ready drawings for a new house: site plan, floor plans, elevations, sections and the SANS 10400 notes, submitted to your municipality.
R120/m², minimum R18,000, excl. VAT →
Additions & alterations
Drawings for an extension, second storey, garage, granny flat or internal changes, showing the existing building and the new work, submitted to council.
R120/m², minimum R12,000, excl. VAT →
Measured as-built drawings
BAE measures the building as it stands and draws it — the starting point for alterations, a sale, a valuation or plans you've lost.
R6,500 fixed, excl. VAT →