Our Residential Design Process

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Your journey begins with a free consultation, where we discuss your requirements, preferences, and ideas in detail. Whether you have a clear vision or don’t know where to start, we’re here to guide you. 

We’ll help shape your design brief, explore different architectural styles and materials, and ensure you’re making informed decisions right from the start.

Once you’re happy to proceed, we undertake a thorough site analysis to identify any constraints, opportunities, and council requirements. We handle the background work for you, including engaging trusted contractors and authorities for soil testing, land surveys, sewer and stormwater plans, and gathering existing site condition drawings. 

This research is crucial to ensure your design is feasible and compliant from the outset.

Working from your design brief, we create detailed concept designs, including floor plans and elevations, to help you visualise how your new home will look and feel. We focus on creating logical flow between spaces and designing areas that connect meaningfully.

This stage is collaborative and flexible. We encourage you to review the concepts and provide feedback so we can refine the design to perfectly match your needs. 

It’s best to make significant changes at this stage, as adjustments later can become complex and may affect town planning approvals.

Some projects require town planning approval due to factors like lot size, zoning, or planning overlays. If your project needs this, we prepare the necessary town planning drawings and manage the entire process with your local planning authority. 

We liaise directly with council, engage reputable consultants if required, and ensure your application has the best chance of success.

After concept designs are finalised and town planning approval secured, if needed, we produce comprehensive working drawings for construction. 

These include:

• Groundworks, foundations, and drainage design
• Detailed plans and elevations for builders
• Specifications for materials and finishes
• Dimensions for pre-manufactured elements like timber frames and windows
• Optional internal fit-out drawings for kitchens, bathrooms, built-in cabinetry, and more
• Schedules of finishes, detailing all surface materials and fixtures

These documents ensure your builder has all the information needed for an accurate quote and smooth construction.

We handle the building permit process on your behalf, preparing all necessary documentation and liaising with town or city planning departments. 

Our experience ensures your plans comply with building regulations and local council requirements, reducing delays and complications.

Our commitment doesn’t end once your plans are approved. We collaborate closely with your builder throughout the construction phase, answering any questions and resolving issues that may arise. 

We’re here to help ensure your home is built as designed and that the final result meets your expectations.