Considering a Major Home Renovation?
We help Brisbane homeowners unlock the full potential of their property through considered design and clear project direction.
Renovation Projects
Urban Solutions Architects is a Brisbane-based practice specialising in the renovation and extension of Queenslander and post-war homes.
With over 30 years’ experience across residential and larger-scale projects, we provide considered design advice that balances character, functionality, buildability and long-term value.
Queenslander Renovations
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Whether you're looking to raise and build-in or extend, we understand and appreciate the unique character of the traditional Queenslander home and know how to optimise the use of the existing dwelling whilst incorporating the additional living space required for today's family homes.
Post-war Renovations
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Renovating one of Brisbane's distinctive post-war homes can often be a challenge. With smaller rooms and fewer character features due to post-war restrictions, there is generally a point at which it is more economical to demolish and re-build.
At Urban Solutions Architects we focus on getting the pre-design feasibility analysis right to ensure a project is providing real value before proceeding with any design or documentation.
Planning Overlays & Character Constraints
Brisbane City Council’s planning scheme includes a number of overlays that can affect what can be built on a property and whether additional approvals are required beyond a standard Building Approval.
Homes located within Brisbane’s older character suburbs may be affected by the Traditional Building Character Overlay (TBCO), which can place controls on demolition, extensions and alterations to the existing dwelling.
Understanding these constraints early is an important part of the design process and can significantly influence project scope, cost and approval pathways.
We provide early advice on:
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Planning overlays affecting your property
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Whether Town Planning Approval is likely to be required
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Design strategies that may reduce approval complexity
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Approaches to working within character and planning constraints
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Where required, we can also prepare and manage Town Planning Applications for residential projects.