• Engagement & coordination with the necessary consultants required throughout the town planning phase.
• Full architectural design services, comprising of the development and expansion of architectural design documents to town planning submission standards.
• Complete architectural town planning drawings packaged for submission to council.
• Finalization of 3D imagery and artist impressions.
Frequently asked architecture questions
BQ architects now conduct all business using the latest BIM software, meaning everything we draw on paper has already been built in 3d, ready for you to tour virtually. Our photo realistic artist impressions will show your dreams come to life and ensure a smooth design process with no ambiguities.
In today’s market it is becoming increasingly difficult to predict fluctuations in pricing. Our tender and construction team are constantly working with a multitude of builders and contractors which will ensure we are always advising you on the most up-to-date pricing trends and estimates for your brief.
A planning permit is an approval from the relevant municipality that a particular proposal meets planning legislation and zoning requirements. It does not give permission for construction to commence. A building permit is required for any form of construction to take place. The town planning process assesses a proposal based on local and state planning policies whereas the building permit process assesses construction documentation based on building regulations and relevant construction codes.
BQ Architects can make recommendations of tried and tested builders. We also offer construction services and can provide a design+build arrangement tailored to suit your project.
In Victoria, planning permits are required for various types of works and are heavily dependent on the zoning of a particular property as well as the size and scope of a proposal. Our team of experts specializes in town planning legislation and will be able to advise on the best measures to take when developing a brief and whether any project will require planning approval from council.