Hawthorne Duff Architecture
Ray Hawthorne & Associates was established in 1984 on the foundation of a passion for design and the creation of unique, quality homes shared by the company directors Terry Duff and Ray Hawthorne.
Hawthorne Duff Architecture Ltd specialise in distinctive character homes - from classic, traditional buildings to contemporary, modern architecture. All work and client
consultation is carried out directly by Ray and Terry, resulting in a personal and individual service second to none to produce the result that you want - whether you are renovating, extending or building from scratch, commercial or residential.
As a company, Hawthorne Duff Architecture Ltd continues to push the boundaries of design through the utilisation of the latest materials and innovative design thinking worldwide, to ensure that their clients have the best end product. By keeping this modern edge, they maintain a leading position in the industry. The reputation and style established by Hawthorne Duff Architecture Ltd translates into a unique, professional service for their clients. This is shown as our designs are becoming increasingly sought after; having featured in the National Master Builders Awards, a number of quality publications and print media. You can trust that with Hawthorne Duff Architecture you get what you pay for: a unique, personal service resulting in a well designed, quality home of your choice.
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Designing
show homes for local and national
organisations |
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Ongoing development
of 'standard' plans for building
companies. |
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Comprehensive
development projects involving
multiple dwellings showing a
diversity of design within a
single site. |
The Directors
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Ray Hawthorne established his own business in Perth, Western Australia, after heading up the design department for one of WA's leading building companies for a number of years. On moving to Christchurch, Ray joined forces with fellow director, Terry Duff, and established Hawthorne Duff Architecture Ltd in New Zealand.
By travelling throughout the United Kingdom and the United States, Ray has studied the latest design concepts and details of design styles and the use of materials from abroad, and applies these to local conditions to maximise both effect and efficiency in the building.
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Terry Duff gained his interest in building design by joining the industry at the grass roots level in the Duff family business, Canterbury Concrete Cutting. By combining his knowledge of this, the most fundamental of building materials, with experience gained in contract building and property development, the move to architectural design was a natural progression.
Having a flair for design and a natural ability in understanding the technology available, Terry has developed a recognisable style in his work. His interest in the optimal use of technology has resulted in requests from the developers of AP Design software to assist with further development of the packages available, both in New Zealand and Australia.
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What you can expect from Hawthorne Duff Architecture Ltd:
| All part
of the service |
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Initial meeting
with one of the directors to
discuss your requirements or
to assist with what track you
should take - it is never too
early to call us. We can help
with general inquiries and help
you decide whether or not you
need the services of Hawthorne
Duff Architecture or any other
designer. We are also available
to visit a section before you
confirm on it, to confirm suitability. |
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A first meeting
to discuss specifics of the
design concept and to outline
the service that you will receive,
& time frame as appropriate.
We run through your lifestyle,
any design style you may have
in mind, budget restraints etc.
A letter is then forwarded with
a Terms & Conditions &
Engagement form. This explains
that it is now our job to come
up with a concept you will love,
& until we do that no fees
are payable. |
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Once we have a
concept you are happy with,
a deposit is payable and the
working drawings are started.
Once these are completed, we
arrange a further appointment
to go through the full set of
plans and specifications. A
second payment is due at this
stage. |
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We then see the
plans through the consent process
at the Council, including any
Resource Consents, which may
be required. |
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We
liase with the builder, engineer,
and other trades. |
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We advise on all
material selections together
with fixtures and fittings and
exterior colour scheme. |
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offer a full Contract Management
Service, which involves the
following: |
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With due expedition
and without delay provide professional
skill and advice when necessary |
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Regularly consult
with client |
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Make site visits
as required (but no further
apart than 10 days) |
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Peruse builders
progress payment invoices to
verify work and materials are
as stated |
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Inspect
quality of workmanship |
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Provide work in
progress update letters after
each site inspection |
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Insure project
is running to critical plan
provided |
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Liase with builder
as and when required, either
on site or by phone |
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Assist with budget
monitoring and control |
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Comply with Legislative
Requirements |
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Our fee for this
service, if required, will be
negotiated, once we know the
full extent of involvement required. |
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