The Development Blueprint — Article 06: Development Approval — Navigating the Planning Process
Development Approval isn’t simply a hurdle to deal with once the design is finished. It can influence the development from the beginning. Yield. Building height. Setbacks. Parking. Access. Landscaping. Site cover. Building form. Amenity. Infrastructure. And ultimately, Development Feasibility. By this stage of The Development Blueprint, you should have a much clearer understanding of the […]
The Development Blueprint — Article 05: Development Feasibility — Do the Numbers Stack Up?
Development Feasibility This is where a promising development idea meets commercial reality. You may have found a good site. You may have assembled the right Development Team. You may have established a clear Development Brief. And through Concept Design, you may now have a much better understanding of what can actually be built. But there […]
The Development Blueprint — Article 04: Concept Design — Testing the Development
Concept Design: Test the Development Before You Commit Concept Design is where the assumptions behind a development start meeting reality. By this point, you may understand the site. You may have assembled your Development Team. You may have established a Development Brief around yield, market, quality and budget. Now those assumptions need to be tested […]
The Development Blueprint — Article 03: Creating the Right Development Brief
Development brief often starts with a surprisingly vague idea. “We think we can fit twelve units.” “We want something high-end.” “We need to maximise the site.” “We’ve seen another development we like.” Those are useful starting points. But they aren’t a Development Brief. Before serious design begins, the project needs a clearer definition of what […]
The Development Blueprint — Article 02: Building the Right Development Team
Development Team: Build the Right Team for Project Success Property development is a team sport. A good site and a strong idea are important, but neither will carry a project on their own. As a development progresses, decisions about planning, design, surveying, stormwater, access, structure, services, construction and cost begin to overlap. One decision affects […]
The Development Blueprint — Article 01: Before You Buy That Development Site
Before You Buy That Development Site: Read This First A development site can look like a bargain on paper. The location is right. The numbers seem to stack up. You can already picture the finished project. Then you buy it. And you discover the site has a flood overlay, difficult access, an expensive stormwater solution, […]
Connecting Your House With Nature
Inspired by Nature: A Thoughtful Approach to Residential Building Design Designing Homes Through Nature, Light and Landscape In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in how people think about their homes. A home is no longer just a shelter or an investment; it is a place for wellbeing, restoration, and connection. One of […]
Small Home Design: Architectural Strategies to Make Compact Spaces Feel Bigger
Small Home Design: Architectural Strategies to Make Compact Spaces Feel Bigger As residential lot sizes continue to shrink and construction costs rise, architectural and building design must work harder than ever. Designing small spaces to feel bigger is no longer a niche skill—it is a fundamental principle of contemporary architecture. From compact inner-city homes to […]
Revealing Gothic Architecture Secrets for Stunning Modern Homes
Gothic Architecture: The Bold Engineering Revolution That Still Shapes Modern Building Design Gothic architecture wasn’t just a style. It was a structural rebellion. In the 12th century, builders across Europe stopped accepting thick walls, dark interiors and low ceilings as the norm. Instead, they pursued something radically ambitious: Height. Light. Vertical drama. And in doing […]
Architect, Building Designer or Draftsperson
Architect vs Building Designer: Who Is the Right Choice for Your Project? When planning a new home or renovation, many people automatically assume that an architect is the best option. It’s a common belief and one that often comes from the perceived status of the title rather than an understanding of how residential design actually […]
Best Kitchen Layout Tips & Key Cost Saving Factors
A Kitchen Can Sell a House! The Kitchen is the heart of the home and a major selling point of a house. It is said that 3 years or approximately 6-7 hours a week of a persons life is spent in the kitchen, hence the importance of making this space a pleasurable and enjoyable area. […]
Tips For Wardrobe Design & Layouts
A wardrobe by definition is a room or closet where clothes are kept. It is a known fact that a man should never underestimate the size of a women’s wardrobe and therefore should always allow for the largest possible size when building. This will always keep his wife happy and only add to the value […]
