project possibilities

Get clarity on what’s possible - and clear guidance on what to do next.

Fixed fee. Clear next steps. No obligation to continue.

an expert-led, early-stage site and project review to help you understand what’s possible, identify key constraints, and gain clear guidance on your next steps before committing to design or further work.

Project Possibilities is designed to help you step back, assess a site or project direction, and build a clear understanding of what may be achievable before investing further time, money, or energy. This service focuses on reducing uncertainty early and supporting informed decision-making.

You’ll be guided through the next step to book, pay, or ask a question.

who project possibilities is for

project possibilities is ideal if you:

Are considering purchasing a site and want clarity before committing
Own a site but aren’t ready to move straight into design
Are unsure about site constraints, limitations, or opportunities
Want to avoid unexpected issues later in the process
Prefer to make informed decisions before taking the next step

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what you get

Project Possibilities provides a clear, structured overview of a site and its potential, including:

A site visit and on-site assessment
Review of site conditions, access, orientation, and surrounding context
Initial investigations into relevant planning requirements
Identification of key constraints and opportunities
Early buildability and feasibility considerations
Strategic guidance to help inform your next steps
A concise Project
Possibilities summary document bringing everything together

This service focuses on site and planning considerations only. It does not include cost estimates or financial advice.

what this helps you achieve

By the end of Project Possibilities, you’ll have a clearer understanding of what’s possible and how to move forward.

A clearer understanding of what may be possible on the site
Awareness of key constraints or limitations early
Greater confidence in deciding how to move forward
Reduced risk of unexpected issues later in the process
Clear guidance on appropriate next steps

Where helpful, this process can also support early clarification of needs versus wants, helping distinguish essential requirements from preferred outcomes and areas of flexibility. This provides useful context if you choose to move forward into later stages.

This is a decision-support step, not a commitment to move forward.

Next steps

project possibilities is designed to be clear, structured, and low-pressure.

Start online

Book and pay securely online to begin Project Possibilities.

We get in touch

We’ll contact you to confirm details and organise a site visit at a suitable time.

Site visit

We attend the site to review conditions, context, and key considerations. Where helpful, this can be done in person or with you joining virtually.

Review & investigations

Initial planning and site investigations are undertaken.

Summary prepared

Findings are compiled into your Project Possibilities summary document.

Review & guidance

We review outcomes with you and discuss appropriate next steps.

Pricing

project possibilities is offered as a fixed-fee service

$880 incl. GST

Applicable to sites within 90 minutes of our office locations. Any future design or documentation stages are quoted separately.

Project Possibilities is delivered as a focused, early-stage service, with a limited number of projects undertaken at any one time to ensure appropriate attention.

Frequently asked questions

Is this suitable before purchasing a site?

Yes. Many clients use Project Possibilities to help inform pre-purchase decisions and understand potential constraints or opportunities before committing.

Is this suitable if I already own a site?

Yes. It’s commonly used to assess whether to proceed into design or further investigations.

Does this include design work or drawings?

No. This does not include design, drawings, or documentation. It’s an early-stage review focused on site conditions and initial planning considerations to support informed decision-making. If you choose to proceed into design later, that work is quoted separately.

Does this include construction or cost advice?

No. This service does not include construction cost estimates, budgets, or financial feasibility advice.

Does this cover all planning requirements?

No. This includes initial planning investigations only. Additional constraints or requirements may emerge during later stages.

Do I need to speak to you before booking?

No. This page is designed to provide enough information to book confidently. We’ll be in touch after booking to confirm details and next steps.

Who completes the review?

Project Possibilities is delivered using a collaborative team-based approach, drawing on experience across architecture, construction, and project delivery.

This ensures site considerations, constraints, and opportunities are reviewed from multiple perspectives to support informed early decision-making.

What clients say

“It was our first time doing anything like this and we felt out of our depth. Align walked us through what to look for and what questions to ask, and it made the whole thing feel manageable. We came away knowing we were on the right track and not guessing.”

First-time design client

“We were overseas and comparing several blocks from afar, which made it hard to know which one stacked up. Mitch and Saxon reviewed each option and helped us narrow in on the block that best suited what we wanted to do. It took a lot of the guesswork out of the decision.”

Pre-purchase site review, international client

“We were looking at buying an existing home with the intention to renovate, but didn’t want to commit without understanding what was realistically achievable. Align helped us assess both the site and the house, and gave us the confidence on whether it made sense to move forward.”

Early site investigation

Ready to gain clarity before moving forward?