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Service List:
Some of the services we provide include:
Preliminary
Design Consultation 
May include a detailed project briefing
in the Building Designer’s office, or
at the client’s office or home to assess client’s needs,
and provide advice on
various options including discussion of possible future plans, resale,
etc.
Preliminary layout sketches may be produced and/or an indicative budget
prepared. The intent of this briefing is to assess available options
so a value
judgement can be made for further detailed development.
Site
Feature Survey (this is not a Licensed Survey)
Carry out feature and levels survey of the building site including
noting of
features such as fences, large trees, drainage, pits, adjacent
properties, views, local features, etc. A ‘re-establishment survey’ might
be required to
re-peg the site boundaries (if required, this needs to be carried
out by a
Licensed Surveyor at extra cost). In some cases a Licensed Survey
is a
mandatory requirement of a Council.
Detailed
Site Measures and Preparation of Existing Conditions Plan
Relates to existing buildings requiring alterations or additions
and involves
documenting the state of existing works prior to any alterations
or additions.
Feasibility
Study
In some cases, Building Designers may prepare feasibility
studies for proposed projects involving analysis of design options,
scope of works and
likely costs based on historical data.
Preliminary
Design Development
This role incorporates co-ordinating a design brief from
the client and
preparing preliminary concept sketches suitable for subsequent
detailed development. Often included at this time is an assessment
of options designed to analyse various benefits, long-term aims
or budget considerations. Where required, discussions with neighbours
or other interested parties may be reviewed.
Planning
Application Drawings
Where required by Council or by Codes, after
approval of concept design, the preparation of presentation drawings
for planning application purposes. The drawings describe for planning application
purposes the scope of works
and relevant visible finishes and site conditions.
Planning
Submissions to Council and Carrying Out Required Advertising
Building Designers prepare site context plans and design
response plans for
the purposes of making application for a planning
permit. Where required by
Council, lodge the relevant application forms, plans
and/or letter of explanation
as may be necessary. Upon request by Council, erect
site signs and carry out
any other activities necessary to complete the statutory
advertising requirements (if not carried out by the Council)
Design
Development
An advanced stage of the Feasibility Study referred
to above where a design
concept may be reviewed, modified and developed
to finally refine a concept
to include the best available features and also
to ensure that the ultimate
working drawings will be consistent with the
planning drawings and permit
requirements.
Working
Drawings
The preparation of working drawings to define
basic structural aspects and
many requirements of finish deemed to comply
with the provisions of the
Building Code of Australia. The drawings provide
details of all doors, windows,
roof construction, dimensions, site works and
also detail specific connections
or construction techniques.
Internal
Details – Amenities / Wet Areas
The preparation of detailed drawings of layout,
elevations, finishes, etc
showing built-in cupboards, fittings, extent
of wall-tiling, wall mirrors, etc
for all wet areas, i.e., kitchen, bathroom,
laundry. The intention is that these
drawings can be given to relevant trades to
assist with costing estimates and
to clarify details of finish. In many cases,
accessories, power points and
lighting can be located.
Electrical
Plan
Liaison with clients to produce a comprehensive
layout plan of lighting and
power points incorporating requirements for
switching, dimmer switches, security lighting, general and/or
purpose lighting. For large Commercial projects
a electrical design consultant may be required.
Project
Specification and Schedule of Finishes
A descriptive specification
providing a defined basis for builders to prepare their fixed price
quotation. The specification describes
the standards of workmanship and includes details of fittings,
finishes and materials to be used.
Call
Tenders, Liaise with Client and Builders, Attend Contract Signing
Completion of tender
documents for the calling of tenders from
selected builders. May also assist in preparation of
contract documents. Analyse quotations and make recommendations
to the Client for the appointment of a
builder, assist in negotiations and final
signing-off on building contract. It is
recommended that all parties prior to signing
any contract documents seek
legal advice.
Lodge
Building Permits and Liaise with Building Surveyors
Prepare application forms, co-ordinate
all relevant documents and lodge with
the appointed building surveyor. In some
cases, liaison with the building surveyor will be
required prior to completion of working drawings.
Site
Attendance and Contract Administration
Attend site on a regular basis to monitor progress,
advise and interpret drawings and contract
documentation for the builder and/or the owner as required.
Monitor the project to obtain appropriate
finishes consistent with the design concept, client’s
brief and fair and reasonable trade practice.
To carry out contract administration such as
record variations, progress claims, etc and
advise on the validity of such claims.
Note: The role does not include responsibility
for quality control. In all cases
the builder is responsible for adherence
to the contract documents, to relevant
building regulations and to the maintenance
of quality control. The Building
Designer’s role is of an advisory
capacity only.
Drainage
Design
May be included on some projects or alternatively
a civil engineer may
be engaged.
Engagement
of Consultants
Some projects require the engagement
of external consultants to carry out
specialist works on behalf of the client,
eg. structural engineer, landscape
designer, interior designer, building
surveyor, town planner to name a few.
Client’s authority should be obtained
prior to instructing such consultants.
Assessment
of Compliance Reports
Building Designers can assist with
the assessment of the numerous compliance
reports often required by regulatory
authorities and obtaining reports/schedules
demonstrating compliance with the
various regulations and codes affecting the
building and construction industry.
Artistic
/ Graphic Presentation
Many Building Designers
have skills or capacities to
offer artistic representations of the project. This
is particularly helpful for marketing
purposes and in assisting to
visualise the project concept in three-dimensional
form, eg, perspectives, 3D CAD
images, walk-throughs.
Accredited
Energy Rater
We are accredited with the Sustainable
energy authority of Victoria
to provide energy ratings and issue 5 Star certificates
for new homes .
NB. all new
home constructed in Victoria after the 1st July 2005
must be 5 Star Compliant.
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