Building a new home or undertaking a major renovation project is an exciting time, but it’s important to remember that there are certain rules and regulations that must be followed to ensure the safety of your property and the surrounding community. In Brisbane, obtaining the necessary building permits and complying with local regulations is an[…]
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A Guide to Building Permits and Regulations in Brisbane: What You Need to Know
By admin Blog Apr 04, 2023
Want the Best Home Design? Make Sure to Ask These Crucial Questions Before You Hire a Building Designer
By admin Blog Dec 16, 2022
Asking the right questions upfront, before you start a fresh house design, can save you thousands of dollars, a truck ton of time and a lot of mental energy. That is why we are sharing our list of five essential questions that every Brisbane homeowner should ask a building designer before engaging their design services.[…]
Creating a thoughtful building design for your QLD home not only improves its aesthetic appeal, but it can also increase its value. Here are five important tips that our Brisbane and Kingaroy based building designers consider when looking to improve the value of your home: Consider the layout of the home and ensure that it is[…]
In response to the 2021 / 2022 QLD floods we are delighted to see that the QLD Government has established a house raising grant for homeowners who have been severely affected and may be eligible for funds up to $150,000 to raise their homes. This amount has been risen from the original $100,000, as of[…]
Undertaking your dream home design project can be daunting — and it’s not always easy to visualise what the finished product will look like. When it comes to home design, you want to be sure your project works for the block of land you’re building on. You also want to know you’re making the most[…]
Is Engineering Included In The Design Quote? The short answer is no. The cost of engineering is not included in the design quote as each project is different and it is too hard to guestimate engineering costs without seeing the proposed plans for a project. Once we receive complete design plans we can give a[…]
When do you need structural engineering? There are several key occasions when a property owner or buyer would need to utilize the services of a structural engineer. For Renovations. When a homeowner decides to make improvements or undertake a remodel that involves the stability of their home, a structural engineer will be essential. Hiring an[…]
What Is Engineering?
By admin Blog Jul 14, 2021
What is a Structural Engineer? Structural engineering is a branch of engineering that addresses the design, construction and maintenance of construction works. A structural engineer pays the most attention to infrastructures, such as buildings, bridges, tunnels, transportation routes and water treatment facilities. Residential structural engineers have specialised knowledge and training to calculate forces in residential[…]
House raising is the process of raising a residential property to provide more functional opportunities and improve the aesthetics of the home. But the question is, are there any benefits to raising your home? The answer is yes! There are plenty of benefits that come with raising your home which include; improvement of views and[…]
What is a Development Application? A Development Application is a formal request to the council to gain approval to carry out a development. Depending on the complexity of your project, the application process may be smooth and simple or more timely. Each council has its own requirements and getting approval will depend on your plans[…]