Experience-Based Insight:
With a foundation in carpentry and building, we offer designs grounded in practicality.
Budget-First Methodology:
Every design begins with your budget, ensuring projects are financially viable.
Collaborative Efforts:
Our work with builders, engineers, and consultants ensures comprehensive and cohesive designs.
Award-Winning Expertise:
Leverage our industry-recognized expertise for your project.
Concept Stage Pricing:
We work with your builder to establish preliminary pricing at the concept stage to ensure the viability of the project before any approval expenses.
3D Virtual Model:
Every design includes an industry leading accurate 3D virtual model.
Complete Concept to Interiors Service:
Covering all building design aspects to ensure a seamless design process.
Cost Saving Process:
Tailored building design process, built to save clients money.

Why UPD8 Design Stands out

Unlike traditional building designers in Brisbane, UPD8 Design is founded on the principle of realistic, budget-conscious planning. With our roots deeply embedded in the building industry—bolstered by actual onsite experience as a carpenter and recognition as an award-winning builder—we possess a unique perspective that bridges the gap between design and construction. Our methodology is straightforward yet revolutionary: we design backwards from your budget. This ensures that every Brisbane building design is not just a testament to creativity and innovation but also a viable project ready to be realized.

Client, builder and building designer reviewing plans over a table.

Our Building Design Process

  • Design Consultation
  • Site Measure/ Lidar Scan
  • Property Research
  • Model Existing
  • Design Development
  • Design Presentation & Virtual BimX Model
  • Review and Refine

Through collaboration with our design team and your builder, the concept plan provides sufficient detail to develop high-level preliminary estimates albeit with a few assumptions prior to engineering and approvals.

At the heart of our approach is the innovative use of a 3D Lidar scan. This technology not only aids in developing detailed plans and models of the existing house but also creates a Matterport digital twin. This digital twin becomes an invaluable resource, offering builders and later, external consultants, enhanced access to thoroughly review every aspect and condition of the property.

This enables the client to make informed decisions about proceeding with the application and construction phases without incurring the costs associated with developing a complete construction-ready set of documentation that includes engineering, applications, external consultants, and more.

Upon receiving the detailed Construction Plans, engineering, and supporting documentation, its time for the client’s selected builder to:

  • Finalize the quotation to accommodate any changes in the scope of work, design, approvals, engineering, obtain supplier and trade specific pricing as required.
  • Prepare and provide a contract, ensuring it aligns with industry standards and regulations
  • Following the contract signing, the builder will secure necessary warranties and levies, such as the QBCC Home Warranty Insurance and Q’Leave Levy, and submit these to the building certifier to complete and obtain the building approval.

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