New builds in Hertfordshire and North London


New builds offer unique potential

New builds are perhaps the ultimate blank canvas, allowing you to build the home of your dreams.

We offer private owners and property developers an exceptional standard of service on all aspects of new build construction projects.

If you don’t already have an architect in mind, we can introduce you to the perfect architect for your particular project, and work closely with them throughout the planning and design process.

With architect’s plans and planning permission in place, we’ll project manage the build. We’ll coordinate the bricklayers, plumbers, electricians, plasters, tilers, carpenters and decorators to make sure your project runs smoothly and is completed to the highest standards. 

Artifex owner, Tom Shipperlee and his foreman Dan reviewing architects plans in front of an Artifex branded truck

Step-by-step:

A typical new build from start to finish


  1. Prepare the site – including access, skips, scaffolding, site clearance and facilities for the team

  2. Excavate foundations

  3. Build the superstructure and roof

  4. Complete the first fix

  5. Complete drainage

  6. Boarding and insulation

  7. Plastering

  8. Complete second fix carpentry, electrics and plumbing

  9. Decorating and landscaping


We’d love to find out more about your new build project and discuss how we could bring your plans to life.