Empire Design & Drafting provides renovation design in Brisbane for changes to existing homes. Listed services include complete renovations, house lift and build-under projects, granny flat conversions, decks, swimming pools and gazebos.
Start with the home you have
A useful renovation brief explains what is not working in the current home and what you want to change. Share existing plans, photographs and available site information, together with the spaces you want to add or improve.
Identify the parts of the home you want to keep. This helps frame the design discussion without assuming that every project calls for a complete rebuild.
Drawings for different stages
Empire offers concept design, development-approval documentation and building-approval documentation. 3D perspectives are also available for presenting the proposed design.
Agree on which stages are needed for your renovation and which consultant inputs sit outside the design quote. Requirements are site-specific; preparing a drawing set is not the same as obtaining an approval.
House lift and build-under projects
House lift and build-under work is included in Empire’s listed services. Discuss the existing building, intended new spaces and available site information before settling on a design brief.
View the Bardon house-raise and renovation gallery for a recent example.
How can I prepare for the first discussion?
Provide the property address, your proposed changes and any existing plans or photos. Explain your priorities: extra bedrooms, a different living layout, additional outdoor space or another specific requirement.
Can Empire help with an extension rather than a complete renovation?
Empire’s drafting services list renovations, extensions and additions. Describe the area you want to change so the team can discuss the design and documentation scope.
Will my renovation need approval?
The approval requirements depend on your property and proposed work. Confirm them for the specific project with the relevant professionals or authority; do not rely on a general renovation example as permission to build.
Can I view the proposed changes in 3D?
Empire offers 3D perspectives. Ask whether presentation views would help explain your renovation and which views are included in the quote.
Discuss your renovation
Use the form below to tell Empire what you want to retain, what needs to change and which plans you already have, or call 1300 55 77 83.
Building Design & Documentation available for
Complete house renovations
House lift & build under
Granny flat conversions
Decks, swimming pools & gazebos
Services available
Concept Design
Development Approval
Building Approval documentation
Marketing drawings including 3d Perspectives
