SETTING THE FOUNDATIONS OF YOUR
forever home
The beginnings of your dream home
A building design studio that dares to be different - starting with getting the WHOLE picture first. I can't tell you how many times I have unfortunately heard horror stories from clients when this hasn’t been the priority - costing them valuable time, money and energy along the way. This is why exploring all your limitations and opportunities for your dream home BEFORE you start designing is so important.
Thankfully, you’re here to secure yourself some serious peace of mind and clarity right from the start. In the pre-planning stage, an in depth analysis of potential obstacles, site considerations and council requirements will be taken, all while keeping your dream home wishlist front and centre.
Pre-planning home build design
journey
CREATE THE HOME YOU NEED
FOR THE
life you want
Fully Insured
Fully Considered
Fully Invested
Fully Transparent
Fully Accredited
No detail (or opportunity) is overlooked with this pre-design solution. ALL relevant options are explored, taking into consideration the size and shape of your block, your desired functionality and budget. The initial research is focused around your brief and priorities. This helps us map a plan to turn your dream forever home into a reality. Before we start, you will be required to complete a client questionnaire, which will guide the direction of the research completed.
Dedicated to your property
20 hours
THE CENTRED BUILDING DESIGN EXPERIENCE
Getting to know each project takes time and focus, which is why I only take on one pre-planning project each month. Get in soon rather than later and secure your spot so we can get your project started without any delays.
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As soon as you’ve booked in and completed the client questionnaire, I'll get to work reviewing your property's specific characteristics and any additional inspiration you’ve provided.
3,
Once I have a clear picture of how your property and vision can be created, it’s time for a 90 minute face-to-face or virtual catch up. This is where we’ll go through my findings and uncover the amazing opportunities ahead of you. As a result, you’ll have a clear plan to move forwards with clarity and confidence, ready to commence the design phase of your forever home.
2,
"We weren't ready to jump all in. We didn't know whether that meant we should wait until we were to engage with you. But we were so happy we did. You were able to give us so much clarity, and even though we can't jump right in with what we were striving for, your pre-planning package has allowed us to go back to the drawing board with so much more confidence! It's given us more clarity on what we're able to achieve on our budget. You were clear on what we should have expected you to deliver, and you gave us more than we imagined."
Knowledgable,
Well-Defined, Honest
Jenna & Mathias
woonona | full home renovation | design & approval
"Anita really puts her heart into designing for her clients. It is more than a job but rather a vocation. She wants to give you more than you imagined was possible. It is her eye for detail that sets her apart along with her efficiency with getting the proposal ready for council."
Thoughtful.
EFFICIENT. Creative.
Catherine & Scott
gerringong | GRANNY FLAT | design & approval
"Anita went above and beyond for us. We are so grateful for her help, answering questions and offering advice. She was always my go-to person. Taking control of difficult things we had no time for and putting our mind at ease.
She was helpful from the start of the process and made the design process seamless. Anita was always there to offer advice and explain the process's next steps. She made this whole process a lot easier to deal with, as navigating council, certifiers, and engineering can be confusing. We are grateful for all that she has done."
Innovative. HELPFUL.
KNOWLEDGEABLE.
Jessica & Kevin
shell cove | DESK & POOL | design & approval
Your personal property report & recommendations
You’ll receive a customised report that takes into consideration both your dream home priorities and the unique opportunities your property presents. It includes a fully mapped-out plan on how to proceed with your design and approvals, along with a proposal if you wish to proceed with the Design & Approvals package.
An in-depth preliminary exploration of your proposed project will be undertaken to examine all aspects including technical, financial, legal and environmental considerations. This independent assessment will determine the project’s viability prior to moving onto the next stage of design and approval.
Please note this service is a feasibility and diligence study and must be undertaken prior to the design and approvals stage.
feasability study
Site considerations
Hazard/ Protection assesment
mood board
IN PERSON PRESENTATION (90 MINUTES)
A site analysis will be completed to ensure clarity of what we’re working with from the start. This can include physical site conditions and constraints (i.e. neighbouring dwellings, solar, wind requirements and views). Having this perspective will allow us to identify any potential issues with the project and create a design brief that enhances the site.
feasability study
Site considerations
Hazard/ Protection assesment
mood board
IN PERSON PRESENTATION (90 MINUTES)
To determine the underground services on site (including telecommunications services, underground electricity, gas and water), a Dial-Before-You-Dig enquiry is completed. I will order a Planning Certificate from council, as it will outline any further constraints or regulations attached to your property. The council Development Control Plans (DCP) & Local Environmental Plans (LEP) are also reviewed to understand council constraints and local regulations to finalise this assessment.
feasability study
Site considerations
Hazard/ Protection assesment
mood board
IN PERSON PRESENTATION (90 MINUTES)
A detailed mood board is created, which will allow you to visualise the proposed design direction of the project. This includes concepts of materials, colours and design elements.
feasability study
Site considerations
Hazard/ Protection assesment
mood board
IN PERSON PRESENTATION (90 MINUTES)
After the detailed completion of site checks and assessments, you’ll be presented with a mapped-out plan and proposal for design and approval, bespoke to your needs. Together we’ll meet onsite to go through the findings and ask any further questions about your requirements for the project.
feasability study
Site considerations
Hazard/ Protection assesment
mood board
IN PERSON PRESENTATION (90 MINUTES)
Listening to what matters to you & creating a plan that meets your needs
The game-changing pre-design solution to explore ALL your options considering the size and shape of your block, your desired functionality and budget so you are set up for success right from the start. This package is a feasibility and diligence study. I appreciate your understanding that (Setting the Foundations) step in my process can not be skipped.
Your investment
$1050.00 EXCLUDING GST (AUD)
That is a great start! However, it’s still important to have a professionally accredited designer complete this research. Most documents are required within a certain time frame before your formal application too.
WHAT IF I ALREADY DID MY OWN RESEARCH?
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO BOOK?
As mentioned, I only take on one pre-planning project per month, so it is best to secure your spot ASAP to avoid any delays in the commencement of your project.
WHAT IF I ALREADY DID MY OWN RESEARCH?
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO BOOK?
step 1
AVAILABILITY, SECURE A DATE FOR OUR PRESENTATION MEETING
On the availability tab below, please select a date that suits you for me to come to site and present all I have learnt about your property. Please note the full booking fee is due at time of booking to secure your spot.
step 2
FORM, TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF AND YOUR PROJECT
Please complete the form with your contact and project details. A separate questionnaire, "Defining your vision" will be sent once booked in. This will clarify your project needs and dreams, and will be the focus of the research done before our presentation meeting.
FORM, READ AND TICK THAT YOU HAVE READ THE SERVICE AGREEMENT
This sets out how we will work together. Please sign digitally on the allocated space at the bottom of your screen. As part of this process, you will need to sign a contract to engage my services to ensure that you understand the service. You’ll receive a copy of this contract once your booking is confirmed.
step 4
invoice, complete payment
Navigate to the invoice tab. Then it's time to pay your invoice to lock in our session together. I can’t wait to meet you!
step 3