“During our first meeting with Luke Van Jour of Distinct Innovations, we explained our desired project and in response Luke went through all the positives and negatives of the site and the risk factors involved in submitting an application to Council for dual occupancy.

With Luke’s expertise our proposed development met all the requirements of Council’s Development Control and Local Environmental Plans and was submitted to Council for approval.  However due to strong neighbour objection the process took 190 days and went before a Council meeting on two occasions.
During this entire process Luke remained as passionate about the project as we did and spent many hours and days making calls and even waiting to see officers at the Council to try and assist with the decision making process.

As a result of Luke’s overwhelming support, determination and expertise, our development was approved.  We are of course delighted with the result and cannot express our gratitude to Luke for his efforts, which went way beyond those expected.

We would have no hesitation in recommending Distinct Innovations to any associate or friend as Luke’s professionalism, attention to detail and genuine care for his clients we believe to be unmatched”.

MR & MRS JOHN AND VICTORIA HABIB

“Prior to meeting Luke Van Jour of Distinct Innovations, we had sketch plans drawn by two other design firms but were very disappointed with the service and quality of design we were given.  After almost a year of trying to get somewhere with these firms and acquaintance that had used Distinct Innovations successfully had highly recommended that we speak with Luke Van Jour.

Luke’s approach was totally different from other designers.  We had a brief discussion over the telephone and he asked us to prepare a page of likes and dislikes for our new home, and also to prepare a scrap book with as many pictures and photographs as possible before the first consultation.

The initial consultation lasted about two hours.  We happily signed contracts in which we were given estimated time frames for completion of various stages of design and completion.  During the whole process Distinct Innovations was well within the estimated time frames.

Our plans were approved without any objection and we are now almost ready to move into our new home.

I had taken the project on as an owner builder and on many occasions I needed further advice on various product recommendations and as to how I should approach the next stage of building.  Distinct Innovations was always more than willing to provide that ongoing support.

We are extremely happy with the service and quality we received from Distinct Innovations and would have no hesitation in recommending them to family, friends or acquaintances”.

MR TONY GIGLIOTTI

Distinct Innovations was referred to us by a neighbour who spoke highly of Luke Van Jour. Our first impressions of Luke were exceptional. He was knowledgeable and gave his honest and educated ideas about the design and approach for our house in Concord in a Heritage Conservation Area. Due to this we knew Luke would be the right architect for our house. His long list of qualifications and credentials were impeccable.

On presentation of our Concept Plan we were taken aback. It was outstanding. Luke had really taken notice to what we needed and wanted as a family, while also taking into consideration the requirements of our Council.

As a result of this the plans and the Development Application were submitted. Luke assured us that every criteria had been met. This was true, as the plans were approved with no issues at all.

Luke throughout the design, lodgment and construction process was more than happy to discuss any questions we had and more importantly offer his invaluable advice.

We are very grateful to the dedication and professionalism that Luke Van Jour has applied and demonstrated in our house designs. We would like to sincerely thank him and would have no hesitation in recommending Distinct Innovations to any person.

LORETTA & COREY MURATORE