Business Details
Your Residential Design Specialists
Designs by Adam is a dedicated architectural drafting practice specialising in residential building design solutions. With extensive experience in new home design, extensions, renovations, dual occupancy, and multi-unit developments, we prioritise client needs throughout every project phase. Our expertise extends to preparing town planning applications and building permit documentation, ensuring compliance with council regulations and site-specific requirements. We adopt a collaborative approach, beginning with detailed consultations to understand individual budgets, timelines, and design aspirations before initiating any project. Our multi-stage process includes site analysis, concept design development, and coordination with specialist consultants such as structural engineers and land surveyors to deliver comprehensive, site-specific solutions.We focus on transparency, avoiding over-design or unnecessary costs, while maintaining technical excellence and attention to detail. Our team leverages deep knowledge of architectural styles and materials to create functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces tailored to modern living requirements. From initial feasibility assessments to final working drawings, we guide clients through regulatory processes and construction documentation with professional expertise and clear communication. This commitment to client-centric service has established us as a trusted partner in residential architectural design.
Services
New Homes
Dual Occupancy
Multi-Unit Development
Extensions & Renovations
Carports & Garages
Decks & Verandahs
Pergolas
Town Planning Applications
Building Documentation
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of residential design experience across diverse architectural styles
- Our team coordinates with registered land surveyors and structural engineers for complete project support
- We provide detailed feasibility assessments before design commencement to prevent costly revisions
- Our process includes comprehensive site analysis incorporating contours, ground levels and proximity considerations
- We maintain transparency with fixed-price proposals outlining all project stages and associated costs
Services
New Homes
We create tailored residential designs that maximise site potential while meeting council regulations. Our process begins with detailed consultations to understand lifestyle needs and budget parameters. From concept sketches to construction documentation, we ensure energy efficiency, spatial functionality and aesthetic appeal in every new home design.
Dual Occupancy
Our dual occupancy solutions optimise land use while maintaining privacy between dwellings. We handle complex zoning requirements and prepare comprehensive documentation for council submissions. Our designs incorporate innovative space planning to create two distinct living environments on a single block.
Extensions & Renovations
We transform existing spaces through strategic extensions and renovations that enhance functionality. Our approach preserves structural integrity while modernising layouts. We coordinate BAL assessments and heritage considerations where required, ensuring seamless integration with original architecture.
Town Planning Applications
Our team prepares detailed planning permit applications including site analysis reports and consultant coordination. We manage council liaisons, attend meetings, and address feedback to secure approvals for complex developments like multi-unit complexes and heritage-sensitive projects.
Building Documentation
We produce comprehensive working drawings compliant with building regulations for construction commencement. Our documentation includes floor plans, elevations, and specifications that guide builders through every construction phase. We ensure all engineering requirements and energy rating standards are fully integrated.
Questions
What building design services do you specialise in?
We specialise in new home designs, dual occupancy solutions, multi-unit developments, residential extensions, renovations, and outdoor living spaces like decks and pergolas.
Do you handle council approvals for building projects?
Yes, we prepare and submit town planning applications, coordinate required consultant reports, and manage council liaisons throughout the approval process.
What information is needed for a building permit application?
We prepare complete documentation including site plans, floor layouts, elevations, and engineering details to meet council requirements for building permit issuance.
How do you ensure design feasibility before starting projects?
We conduct detailed site analyses considering zoning overlays, council guidelines, and physical constraints to assess project viability before design commencement.
Can you coordinate with other construction professionals?
Yes, we work with registered land surveyors, structural engineers, and energy rating consultants to ensure comprehensive project delivery.
What's included in your design process?
Our process covers initial consultation, site measurement, concept design, development stages, council submissions, and final construction documentation.
