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    Concept Studio
    Building Designers Near Me
    Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars8 March 2017
    “When we have spoken to the Concept team, we have found that our dealings with Steve to be outstanding. He has managed our project, he has been totally efficient and the service he provided was second to none. Very professional, very helpful, nothing was too hard, and very good and knowledgable, all done from start to finish without us having to worry about anything. We would highly recommend him to other people. Could not have built with out him.”
    Sketch Building Design
    Building Designers Near Me
    Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars26 September 2016
    “We engaged Darrin Albert from Sketch Building Design to design our family home renovation. Darrin came highly recommended and we were certainly not disappointed. Our vision was to develop a contemporary two storey addition to our Edwardian home. The design delivered and service provided exceeded our expectations. Darrin and the team were professional, enthusiastic, responsive and focused on our needs and budget. They were a pleasure to deal with and we would happily recommend.”
    White on White Design
    Building Designers Near Me
    Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars14 January 2019
    “Creativity in design is very important, to get that with incredible customer service is hard to find. What Chris does for us and our clients is just first class.”
    Kleyn Creations Pty Ltd
    Building Designers Near Me
    Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars2 May 2017
    “Marvelous, above and beyond your avaerage designer. We feel that Gary went to extra lengths to understand what we were looking for. His attention to detail was astounding and he was a pleasure to work with.”
    Concepts Interior Design
    Building Designers Near Me
    Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars16 January 2017
    “We have engaged concepts interiors for domestic and commercial jobs numerous times over a period of more than 25 years. Among other projects, Concepts have designed two homes and an award winning office fitout for us. We have always been delighted with the results. Jan and Dana are collaborative and imaginative and working with them has always been an enjoyable and fruitful process.”
    Daniel Blake Designs
    Building Designers Near Me
    Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars21 August 2018
    “Very professional, with a quick turnaround time for the job. Very friendly and easy to deal with - we had a number of changes to our design along the way and nothing was too much trouble. Highly recommend.”
    KTR Creations
    Building Designers Near Me
    Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars22 August 2014
    “We at DS Grinding Pty Ltd have had the pleasure of working on many homes and projects designed by KTR Creations. Their projects have been well detailed, thorough and KTR are very quick to not only clearly explain the design and detail of the projects, but be a excellent point of contact should any questions related to them. These traits are a rare site from a contractors point of view when dealing with building designers and by KTR Creations having them, makes a smooth, positive and precise project workflow, which is always a pleasure to be a part of. Keep up the genuine quality workmanship guys Darren & Simon DS Grinding Pty Ltd”
    Tempus Design Studio Pty Ltd
    Building Designers Near Me
    Average rating: 4 out of 5 stars6 October 2014
    “Tamica from Tempus Design took our vision and made it reality. We had every confidence that all aspects of our design and drawings were to the highest standards and personalised to suit our needs. Tamica thought of all the extras that go to making a home energy efficient, attractive and enjoyable and provided the expertise needed to create our dream home.”
    Madhaus
    Building Designers Near Me
    Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars24 May 2021
    “Excellent attention to detail and delivered timely which is a rarity in the construction industry, we’re gonna work with Trent in many more projects in the future”
    Stuart Osman
    Building Designers Near Me
    Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars13 December 2015
    “The Building Designers Association of Queensland confirms that Stuart Osman from Stuart Osman Building Designs is a member of the BDAQ. A full member of BDAQ must hold a QBCC License in Building Design which requires particular technical qualifications and years of experience. As a BDAQ member they made a commitment to support and promote the ideals of the association in striving always to deliver the highest standards of built environment outcomes to our clients and the community.”
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    If you’re looking for someone to design a home specifically catered to your needs, or to help with house plans for your renovation, consider hiring a building designer. A residential building designer will take care of your house design or home improvement, in some cases, from the initial consultation to the final inspection. Browse the Houzz directory below to find local building designers near you!

    What’s the difference between an architect, a draftsperson and a building designer?


    Architects, drafters and building designers are all able to perform the same job: Draw floor plans for your house. The biggest difference is qualification. An architect would have completed a university degree and have passed an exam to become a registered architect. A draftsperson usually would have gone to TAFE or learned their skills on the job. Building designers are often draftspeople that have gone through an additional process to become licensed and able to use that title.

    The work of a building designer usually begins by interpreting your requirements into a sketched floor plan. Once agreed upon, the designer then moves on to the drafting and documentation stage, whereby drawings are submitted to council for approval. Some building designers also take care of contract management – that is, hiring builders, managing materials and labour costs, and advising you about any local council by-laws that may concern your project.

    How to find the right building designer for your build or renovation


    As with all other professional services for home design and renovation, the best way to choose a building designer is to assess their past work against the style and requirements you have for your individual project.Most states don’t have specific registration processes for building designers, so it’s best that your search is based on past work and referrals. Some industry bodies or professional associations, such as the Building Designers Association of Victoria (BDAV), offer a list of members, which you can check against bodies such as the Victorian Building Authority (VBA), to gauge their type of work and any registration numbers.

    Once you have a shortlist of building designers, engage in face-to-face talks about your brief, to ensure you’re on the same page. To get the most value for your money, you want someone who understands you, agrees with your ideas – in relation to sustainable design, space and function – and has the qualifications and enthusiasm to translate ideas to paper and into a reality.

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    Look through Photos of house designs to find projects similar to your brief. Then, click through to the professional responsible for your favourite picks, browse their latest projects and read reviews. Once you’ve created a shortlist of building designers, strike up a conversation with each one and you’ll be one step closer to the house of your dreams!