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Taking on a commercial build can feel like walking a fine line. You want the freedom to manage the areas you know best while avoiding the pitfalls that come with taking on too much. Some common challenges include:
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Managing parts of the build yourself can save costs, but committing to a full turnkey service might feel unnecessary or out of reach.
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Misaligned scopes and unclear responsibilities can lead to disorganisation, disputes, and delays.
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Juggling council approvals, compliance requirements, and design consultants can become overwhelming without expert guidance.
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Finding a solution that matches your needs - without expecting you to do it all or commit to an all-encompassing service - can feel like an impossible task.
"It was a great experience working with the design team at Attika (formerly XL Structural). The process was smooth from start to finish, and I’m really happy with the end result. Another thing that was really good about the whole design and build was the fact we could use our own local contractors."
Steve McLean
Owner
AdvanceQuip
30m x 63m Workshop and Offices
This state-of-the-art facility features executive-style offices and a showroom space, full truck service pits with delivery and return lines, filtered wash-down bays with recycled water systems, and heated flooring.
Explore this project"We explored a lot of opportunities, but Attika (formerly XL Structural) was a clear winner - the construction of their structures, the flexibility to meet our unique requirements, and most of all, the speed. In fact, Attika (formerly XL Structural) were efficient the whole way through, they were always on hand and ready to assist us the whole way through."
Derek Suckling
Director
Shade Systems
35m x 64m Manufacturing Facility
Discover why Director Derek Suckling recommends Attika's product and processes to anybody who is thinking of building a large commercial facility.
Explore this project"Attika (formerly XL Structural) developed a concept and provided support from start to finish. We had some site optimisation challenges... There were a few clever things Attika (formerly XL Structural) did to achieve that. They came up with some clever design concepts, and we're very happy with the support we got there. I'd definitely recommend Attika (formerly XL Structural), it's an excellent solution."
Bevan Morrison
Owner
Morrison Drive
20m x 68.7m Building
Bevan takes a long-term, future-proofing approach to the quality of his commercial buildings. He explains how Attika provided support from start to finish and accommodated his unique requirements.
Explore this project"The Attika (formerly XL Structural) team are the best at what they do, they make our life easy as main contractors. They take on every aspect of client liaise, from design to compliance and site specifics. We certainly prefer the Attika (formerly XL Structural) approach, purely because of the collaborative and cost-effective in-house solution that Attika (formerly XL Structural) provide."
Brendan Barnett
Director
BB Construction
Construction Team
Hear from General Manager Brendon Barnett as he explains why their business prefers the Attika approach compared to the traditional methods of architectural tendering.
Explore this project"We decided to work with Attika (formerly XL Structural) and build this new space... We're able to do a whole lot more and progress this business forward. I found working with Attika (formerly XL Structural) really seamless for me. If there were any questions, the response was really quick, and they delivered everything I needed."
Kristie Clarke
Owner
Shift Mind & Body
32m x 18m purpose-built Gym
To support her growing business, Kristie partnered with J2 Builders and Attika to create a purpose-built studio designed to support their growing business and ambitious plans.
Explore this project"It was also about future-proofing our building; we wanted the building to be multi-purpose. We told them what we wanted and needed, and they went away and drew up the plans. They were really good at listening to our needs and understanding them. It ticked all the boxes, and it just worked."
Dean and Kelly-Anne Findlay
Owners / Operators
Carter's Tyres
13m x 45m Workshop
Dean and Kelly-Anne recommend Attika because the team provided a timely, cost-effective solution that was exactly what they wanted.
Explore this project"This building has helped our throughput and improved efficiencies immensely. Working with Attika (formerly XL Structural) has been a great process for us, it's a great relationship that we've formed over nearly 10 years now."
Jason Popplewell
Owner
Transport Repairs
30m x 30m Truck Workshop
To increase their efficiences and throughput, Transport Repairs designed this truck workshop with features such as pits, heated floors, and more.
Explore this project"We were quite impressed with Attika's (formerly XL Structural) steel system, and local builders had also recommended Attika (formerly XL Structural) kitsets. Our build process went well, it was fast and efficient. The communications were quick and efficient, very hard to fault."
Ryan Smith
Director
Permaloo
24m x 72m Manufacturing Facility
Having outgrown its existing facility, Permaloo needed a new purpose-built manufacturing facility.
Explore this project"There were quite a few options, but this shed stood out to me because of the structural steel and the wide span. To change parts of the shed wasn't a hassle, and adding the gantry was no big deal. Nothing was a problem - it was awesome!"
Haydan Gould
Rangitikei Development
Rangitikei Development
22m x 20m Hangar
Each part of the process exceeded Hayden's expectations. From the custom features to handling the council consenting process, nothing was a problem.
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