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This depends on the site, climate, intended use and your expectations. Stone stands out for its massing, thermal mass and lower maintenance expectations; timber for faster erection, lighter weight and a warm interior atmosphere. In most projects both are used together. There is no single correct answer without seeing your plot and requirements.

Site access and ground conditions, number of storeys and structural system, the chosen stone/timber type and level of craftsmanship, insulation and services quality, finishing materials, landscaping scope and the programme are the main cost drivers. A firm figure is therefore given once the design and scope of works are settled.

Zoning status, development conditions (floor area and coverage ratios, setbacks, storey limits), road frontage, infrastructure connections and soil characteristics are decisive. This information comes from the relevant municipality and cadastral records; a geotechnical survey is also required. We can follow this process on your behalf.

The general flow is: obtaining the zoning status, preparing architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical projects, applying to the relevant authority, then review and approval. Duration varies by municipality, completeness of the file and the nature of the site. Permit follow-up is part of our services.

The design stage usually takes from a few weeks to a few months, depending on how clear the brief is. Construction time depends on size, number of storeys, material choices and seasonal conditions. A project-specific programme is shared at contract stage.