We design beautiful, practical extensions that prevent costly errors and guarantee buildability, turning council complexity into seamless project approval.
We focus on clear timelines and protecting your budget. While every project is unique, here is the tangible value our process is engineered to deliver for Sydney homeowners.
We cut through red tape, delivering final, council-ready plans in just 4-6 weeks.
You deal directly with over a decade of hands-on drafting and NSW compliance expertise.
Our plans are checked for buildability, eliminating design errors that cause delays and budget blowouts.
Starting an extension project can feel overwhelming. Homeowners often face the same specific challenges that can derail a project before it even begins.
Your home’s floor plan feels cramped and you need more functional space without moving.
Understanding strict council rules for setbacks, floor space ratios (FSR), and overshadowing is stressful.
You want your new space to flow seamlessly, not look like a box tacked on.
Vague drawings create expensive on-site decisions and tense conversations with your builder.
These are common frustrations in any renovation. Our studio was built to give you a clear, expertly guided path forward, so you’ll always feel in command of your project and its outcome.
We provide a single service that manages the entire pre-construction phase for you.
We assess your property’s true potential to establish a practical, buildable design foundation.
We collaborate with you to craft the perfect layout that enhances your home’s flow.
We translate your design into precise, builder-ready plans that guarantee structural integrity.
We take 100% ownership of the government approval process so you don't have to.
It all starts with our in-home design consultation. We’ll guide you from the first exciting sketches all the way to the final, council-approved blueprints your builder needs to get started.
We'll design an addition that feels like it was always meant to be there, creating sun-drenched, practical living spaces you'll love using every single day.
We take on the complex structural and planning work for you. This lets you add valuable new space without ever risking your home’s structural integrity.
This is our most comprehensive service, designed to transform your entire home. We're masters of intelligent spatial planning, delivering a timeless look that truly reflects you.
We manage the entire process for you, meaning your project keeps moving forward without the usual delays.
We follow four distinct phases, providing clarity and control at every stage of the pre-construction journey.
We conduct an in-home consultation, analyse your site, and clarify your exact project vision.
We develop layouts and collaborate with you, refining every detail until the design is perfect.
We convert the design into legally compliant blueprints with clear instructions for your builder.
We prepare and manage all paperwork, securing the final stamp of approval from council.
A beautiful design is worthless if it can’t be built properly. That’s why we solve tough structural challenges in the design phase, delivering precise plans that prevent costly problems for your builder on site.
Solved with Detailed Site & Shadow Analysis.
Solved with 3D Massing & Volumetric Studies.
Solved with ArchiCAD & Revit BIM Modelling.
Our studio is for homeowners who demand beautiful design that actually works. You get a sophisticated, stress-free process that leads to a home you can confidently build.
These are our core standards, not special offers. You deserve a renovation journey that feels as good as the final result.
Design Solutions Studio exceeded our expectations. Louie was easy to work with, highly knowledgeable, and delivered a residential design that perfectly balanced functionality and aesthetics.
The entire process—from concept design to council approval—was smooth and well managed. Highly recommended for anyone looking for quality residential design and drafting services.
Homeowner
We engaged Design Solutions Studio for the design and CDC approval of our home addition, and the experience was outstanding from start to finish. Louie was professional, attentive, and genuinely listened to what we wanted.
We highly recommend Design Solutions Studio to anyone looking for reliable, knowledgeable, and client-focused residential design services.
Homeowner
Design Solutions Studio was commissioned to prepare our pre-DA documentation for submission to Inner West Council NSW, and the service was exceptional. Louie demonstrated a strong understanding of council planning requirements and guided us through the process with clarity and professionalism.
Homeowner
We were so impressed with the way Design Solutions Studio listened to our needs and translated our vision into a design we absolutely love. They are fantastic at explaining the process and making us feel involved every step of the way. They have a fantastic eye for detail and a real talent for spatial design. Our new home is not only beautiful but also incredibly functional
Homeowner
I have been a repeat client since 2014. From the initial consultation to the final plans, Design Solutions Studio were professionals, responsive, and incredibly helpful. They took the time to understand our lifestyle and how we wanted to use the space, resulting in a design that perfectly suits our needs.
Homeowner
Enthusiastic, dependable, energtic team, with a passion for design and eye for detail. Love their Buddha Bar concept!
Homeowner
It has been a pleasure working with Surabhi and Ashish. Their commitment to project, sense of aesthetics and passion for their work is exemplary.
Homeowner
A highly proficient and professional team of Architects ….best in the class
Homeowner
An amalgamation of professionalism, quality, thoughtfulness and research and development. I’ll call it DSRD design solution research and development!
Homeowner
Perfect melange of creativity and design skills. A design hub for unique perspectives
Homeowner
We had a challenging block of land, but Design Solutions Studio came up with a brilliant design that maximized the space and views. We’re so happy with the result and would highly recommend them.
Homeowner
The final cost depends on the scale and architectural complexity of your extension, as every project is unique. We start with a comprehensive consultation to understand exactly what you want to achieve, then provide a detailed, fixed-price quote. This approach gives you total financial certainty before we begin any design work.
From our first chat to getting your council-approved plans, the average timeframe is about 4 to 6 weeks. We manage the entire timeline for you and proactively handle council communications to cut through bureaucratic delays. Our goal is to get your project moving so you can enjoy your beautiful new space sooner.
Absolutely. We manage every single detail of the council submission process. We prepare, lodge, and champion all the necessary paperwork to ensure a smooth journey, so you won’t spend a minute of your own time on hold with the council or deciphering complex planning codes.
Get direct access to experts who understand council approvals, timelines, and real-world constraints. Visit us or contact us to move forward with confidence.
49th Floor, 8 Parramatta Square, 10 Darcy Street, Parramatta, NSW 2150, Australia
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Ready to start your extension without the stress of managing the design and approvals process? Tell us about your vision. We’ll provide a comprehensive quote and a clear timeline within 12 hours, so you can focus on the exciting part.
