Browse Forums Owner Builder Forum 1 Sep 03, 2013 1:13 pm Hiya I am looking to owner/build my house and have a design in mind, courtesy of sweethome 3D, but now I need a draftsperson to draw it all up so I can submit plans to council (planning and building) Can anyone recommend a good service? I have tried searching the forum but I get a ream of stuff and cant work out how to refine the search just to the perth area:-P Cheers Re: Draftsperon recommendations - Perth WA 2Sep 03, 2013 4:29 pm I would consult an engineer who is going to design your foundations. You probably will find they will either do it themselves or recommend someone who works well with them. Generally a draftsperson will design a house but can not engineer the foundation for you. In my experience I would first take my rough plans to a builder and see what they think and get a rough idea on build cost. They will also give you the heads up on unrealistic/uneconomical/unpractical parts of your build. After you get up off the floor and regain the ability to stand upright you redesign your house so you can afford to build it you then take it to an engineer and they design the foundations only. I guess that brings on your next question........? Re: Draftsperon recommendations - Perth WA 3Sep 03, 2013 4:37 pm Hi Riderlefty I'm not sure if I would recommend our draftsperson, he took a long time to come back to us, however as opposed to manofaus's experience he also organised the engineering plans as well. Our drafty gave us an Estimation of cost as well. I think I disagree a little bit with Manofaus re shopping it around with a builder, I think the drafty would be able to help you achieve what you want. Anyway enjoy the Owner Building ride and Good Luck Cheers AKB <!-- l --><a class="postlink-local" href="https://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?t=62083">viewtopic.php?t=62083</a><!-- l --> Re: Draftsperon recommendations - Perth WA 4Jan 11, 2014 1:44 pm Best thing to do is take your plans to a builder who will draw them up to sketch stage and give you an estimate. If you are planning to owner build and still need a draftsperson pm me and I will recommend someone. Re: Draftsperon recommendations - Perth WA 6Feb 28, 2014 5:05 pm Ashleigh Medwin from Green. Thermal Assessments & Residential Design. FANTASTIC! Knowledgeable, professional, great designer, very patient with our never ending changes, very well priced (in fact the cheapest design quote we received and best service we could possibly imagine). We were extremely happy with Ashleigh. BTW she is also a Certified Assessor so can do your energy rating as well. Re: Draftsperon recommendations - Perth WA 10Apr 10, 2014 5:05 pm I used a full service approvals company. Was my second time as an owner-builder and found that having one company organise all the documentation (including design drafting) meant that planning and building approval was attained much quicker. I dealt with a couple of people in the organisation as they prepared my drafting, energy certificates, engineering and building certificates. The primary point of contact was Oliver. 9355 5484. A family friend pointed me towards their webpage http://wabca.com.au/services Hope this helps Re: Draftsperon recommendations - Perth WA 11Feb 11, 2015 4:30 pm I am an owner/builder and used Approvals by Design. Was very happy with the service provided and had my energy assessment provided as well. Good price and the team helped me overcome any issues. http://www.approvalsbydesign.com.au/ Re: Draftsperon recommendations - Perth WA 12Feb 11, 2015 8:05 pm If you are an owner builder Drafting and Energy certification are the least of your problems. engineering and construction will be your biggest issues these problems extend to compliance and non-compliance on site Basically, drafties/architects deal with compliance only while Design Engineers deal with the lot. I can recommend a few that do the lot leave a PM.... and energy is generally free...as it should be. Also Engineering has moved to 3D with Simulations (apps) which is perfect for Owner Builders.HTH Designer,Engineer (Civil,Const & Envir),Builder,Concrete & Masonry Contract.Struct Repairs Re: Draftsperon recommendations - Perth WA 14May 12, 2015 9:45 am Hi Chalky It really depends on what you are looking for in the way of drafting services,eg, Approvals, Engineering,Building WDs, new builds,renos, large, small,complex,simple,partial, complete, and rates vary on materials,etc,etc Sorry to complicate things, but I always get stuck redoing other peoples work onsite (revisions, ommissions, changes,etc) and I can tell you that's not what you want for renos & complex new builds. Most draftsman do not deal with engineering, nor are they initially interested, as that is a building matter for latter on, IMO,this works fine on simple builds only. If I can use a simple analogy it would be an artists Start with outline sketches,then broad brush strokes, then fill in detail with fine strokes, while staying within the boundary constraints and composition,etc,etc This equally applies to design, engineering and construction. unfortunately many draftsman lack the engineering finesse. Designer,Engineer (Civil,Const & Envir),Builder,Concrete & Masonry Contract.Struct Repairs Re: Draftsperon recommendations - Perth WA 16May 12, 2015 10:59 am chalky We are just fine tuning our sketch after working with an architect friend. Will need working drawings soon. Hmmm.I am assuming it is a simple build if not I suggest you sketch the engineering before you progress too far with planning & then WDs BTW things are slowing you should get good rates now! Designer,Engineer (Civil,Const & Envir),Builder,Concrete & Masonry Contract.Struct Repairs Re: Draftsperon recommendations - Perth WA 18May 14, 2015 8:26 am chalky Not sure about simple. Large house with raised ceilings on sloping block. Shouldnt be too difficult if designed correctly. For raised or raking ceiling...you have a number of options to consider they influence, structurals, thermal, airflow & natural ventilation, acoustics, lighting,etc,etc. This part is always difficult to get your head around but simulations can enhance accuracy and help with the clients undertstanding, IMO most designers get it totally wrong from an engineering/environmental perspective.eg, Architectural packages that are used only do simple thermal bridging and insulation through building elements, open a window (to allow for natural free ventilation) and basically their results go out the door, lol, doesnt anyone open windows any more! For sloping blocks you have many options, Stepdowns within the slab, retaining walls around the perimeter of the block or house and combinations of all, these have cost implcations, pro,cons, etc,etc if you need some advice put up some images..goodluck Designer,Engineer (Civil,Const & Envir),Builder,Concrete & Masonry Contract.Struct Repairs Really tight at the top of the stairs- how to get furniture into those rooms? Study books - does anyone really use them these days? Large storage closet would be more functional. 2 6882 I do enjoy the drama:-D In his latest two videos he has started bringing security guards to site, I am waiting for the punch on to begin lol 6 45448 Hi We have finally decided to complete a KDR on our corner plot in NE Melbourne suburbs. Given its a corner plot approx. 400 sqm just a standard design may not fit the… 0 8446 |