HOW WE WORK TOGETHER

Design-Led Development Support

Helping developers make better decisions early, especially about layout, value and risk.

How it works

1. Early clarity

We start by looking at your project through a design-led development approach, whether you’re assessing a potential purchase or already moving forward. The focus is on layouts, constraints, risk and value, so you can make confident decisions before anything is locked in.

2. Decision support

As the project develops, I support key decisions around layouts, planning and coordination, helping ensure the scheme remains commercially well resolved. This is where early thinking is tested and refined.

3. Delivery & outcomes

Through to delivery, I stay involved as needed, guiding decisions on site and helping protect value, quality and the overall outcome of the project.

Sessions can take place online or on-site, depending on the stage of your project and what will be most useful.

Early-stage feasibility, layouts and strategic reviews often work well online, while on-site support is typically used once a project is underway and decisions need to be made in context.

*Cancellation Policy

At Monica Fino, we understand plans can change. If you need to cancel or reschedule your consultation, just let us know at least 24 hours in advance. That way, we can offer the time to someone else. Thanks for your understanding. We’re always happy to help if you need to make changes.

What I help you with

Depending on the stage of your project, my support may include:

  • Pre-purchase design-led development assessment

  • Feasibility review and value-add potential

  • Optimising layouts, unit mix and flow

  • Planning-sensitive decisions and redesign strategies

  • Specification and cost-to-value decisions

  • Kitchens, bathrooms and joinery from a resale and rental perspective

  • Lighting, finishes and materials that support saleability and valuation

  • On-site problem-solving and decision support

  • Maintaining quality and consistency across the project

Most advisors focus on either design or development. I bring both together through a design-led development approach to unlock value, improve how space works and strengthen returns.

The best way to start is with a free 30-minute project discovery call.

Free 30-Minutes Project Discovery Call

A short, focused, no obligation call to understand your project, identify early risks and opportunities, and decide whether design-led development support would add value.

What we cover

  • Where is the project now

  • What you’re trying to achieve

  • Early risks, layout issues or missed value

  • Whether design-led development support would materially improve outcomes

What you’ll leave with

  1. Clear next steps

  2. An honest view on whether working together makes sense

  3. No pressure, no selling