XENO-URBAN
ARCHITECTS
SERVICES
We offer multiple individual services and combined packages to suit the unique needs and budgets of all our clients.
We can provide everything from initial design services, through to obtaining building permits and even on site support & quality control during construction.
SET SERVICE PACKAGES
Xeno-Urban Architects offers different service packages and fee structures for different types of projects. The best way to find out about the appropriate combination of services and fees for your project is to contact us today via any of the methods listed on our "Contact" page, or fill out the form via the "Get a Quote" button above. You can also book a free consultation with us to discuss your project.
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For all non-residential or development projects (including multi-unit residential) we negotiate custom service packages based on the unique needs of the client and project.
For all projects below R5 million in construction value, we work on time-based fees (hourly rates). This gives us maximum flexibility to provide all the necessary services to ensure the success of the project, but cut out any unnecessary services to keep costs as low as possible. It also removes the friction that comes with changes in scope that commonly cause large shifts in the construction value of such small projects which makes other forms of professional fees unsuitable.
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For all residential projects above R5 million in value, we have created a set of three unique service packages that include everything necessary to ensure project success with exquisite quality design. Pricing is based on estimated project value at the outset, but the different packages have different price points and inclusions to suite the unique needs and budgets of all our clients. The included services are also sometimes customised based on unique project factors, but the typical packages are outlined in more detail below:
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Additional services
The following is a non-exhaustive list of additional services which Xeno-Urban Architects can offer:
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An Interactive Virtual Twin of the building
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Virtual Reality demonstrations of the design
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Detailed and specific high quality interior renders
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Detailed tiling layouts
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Detailed paving Layouts
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Detailed design of unusual or intricate interior elements
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Detailed Landscape and garden design
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Detailed joinery design
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Detailed Calculations of Variation Orders (Normally done by QS)
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Detailed BOQ Valuations (Normally done QS)
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Any involvement with Health and Safety work/ consultants
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Liaising with client's direct, nominated and selected subcontractors
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Liaising with Building Inspectors to obtain an occupation certificate
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Building Line Relaxation Application
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Assistance in obtaining OSCA permits
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Assistance in obtaining tree removal permits
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Assistance with applications related to environmental protections.
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​Assistance with rezoning applications
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Assistance with consent use applications
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Assistance with other Town Planning related activities
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Assistance with applications for unusual licenses or permits
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Assistance with legal proceedings (eg. Reports, expert witness, etc.)
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Choosing and specifying specific sanitary ware
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Choosing/specifying electrical accessories (eg. plugs, switches & lights)
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Choosing/specifying ironmongery (eg. Handles, locks, etc.)
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Choosing specific products as finishes (eg. Paint colours, tiles, etc.)
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Drawing and obtaining approval on ‘as-built’ structures which deviated from the plans
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Procurement of products from suppliers
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Liaising with heritage preservation authorities
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Wayfinding and signage design
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Creating marketing material
Feel free to enquire with us if you are interested in any additional services at any time.
UNIQUE FEATURES
What Sets Xeno-Urban Architects Apart?
At Xeno-Urban Architects, we don’t just design luxury homes — we’ve created a finely tuned, step-by-step system built specifically for high-end residential projects. Our process delivers the kind of quality, clarity and care that makes the building journey smoother and more successful than clients can get from our competitors.
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Our packages include the following unique features:
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Vision Discovery Process
We guide you through a creative, collaborative journey using mood boards, image surveys, 3D mass models and sketch renders — all to craft a design that’s deeply personal and tailored to your style.
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Comprehensive Budget Planning
We help you create a clear, realistic budget from the start. This is followed up with cost estimates of the design in progress, done by a Professional Quantity Surveyor who is an expert in the field of project costing. This is already included in our service packages at no extra cost, meaning our clients automatically get a level of predictability on project costs far beyond what is offered by conventional architectural services.
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Unlimited Exterior 3D Renders & Walkthroughs
See your design come to life before a brick is laid, with full exterior renders and virtual walkthroughs included in the Concept Design phase. We do this in-house at no extra costs and revise the renders as needed too.
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Unlimited Revisions during Concept Design Stage
We will keep revising the concept design stage of the project at no extra cost until our client loves it and is willing to move on to the next stage.
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Personal Attention from Experienced Senior Professionals
We accept only a limited number of projects at a time, so every client is sure to get direct attention from our experienced Principal Architect.
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Exclusive Contractor Network
We connect you with trusted, skilled local builders — a rare advantage in the Garden Route.
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Always Responsive
Every project has more than one assigned team member, ensuring continuity, reliability and quick turnaround times
gUARANTEES
We’re confident in the service we deliver — so confident, in fact, that we offer guarantees you won’t find anywhere else in the industry:
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Satisfaction Guarantee (Design Stage)
If you’re not 100% satisfied with the concept design, we’ll revise it until you are, at no additional cost.
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Money-Back Guarantee
If you’re not happy to keep working with us after getting the sketch design at the end of the “Vision Discovery Process”, we’ll only keep half of the concept-stage payment and pay back everything else, no questions asked. That’s a 90% refund on the full services fee!
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Uniqueness Guarantee
Every design is one-of-a-kind, created specifically for your site, lifestyle, and vision — never copied, never off-the-shelf.