SERVICES WE PROVIDE
Expert DA and CDC Navigators & Custom Home Designers for Greater Sydney
Distinct Innovations provides custom home design, architectural drafting, heritage extensions and bushfire-compliant residential design across Greater Sydney and surrounding regions. With 30 years of experience and a Master of Sustainable Design, we prepare practical, council-ready plans for DA, CDC and construction documentation, supporting projects from concept design through to construction-ready approval pathways.
Building Design | Architectural Drafting
Architectural Drafting Services
High-precision, technical working drawings and floor plans that are ready for construction and compliant with Australian standards.
Custom Home Design
Bespoke residential design for luxury new homes, tailored to your lifestyle and site constraints across Greater Sydney.
Home Extensions & Renovations
Practical, council-ready designs for everything from ground-floor expansions to full existing home transformations.
We balance historical preservation with modern luxury, navigating complex council requirements to extend your heritage-listed home without losing its character.
Dual Occupancy and Townhouses
Strategic design for developers and investors to maximize site potential while meeting local planning controls.
Sustainable Building Design
With degree in sustainable design, we integrate passive solar principles and thermal efficiency to create comfortable, eco-friendly homes that reduce running costs and environmental footprint.
Bushfire (BAL & Flame Zone) Design
Specialist design that navigates the strict compliance of bushfire-prone land areas without compromising on modern luxury. Featured Bushfire Resistant Home Designs:
DA & CDC Application Management
Pre Design & Site Investigation
We assess your site’s zoning and constraints to determine what is possible before design begins.
Concept Design & Strategy
We map out a floor plan and vision that balances your lifestyle, strong aesthetics, and practical design.
DA & CDC Documentation
We handle the council liaison and complex paperwork needed to submit your application through the NSW Planning Portal.
After planning consent, we finalize the technical documents your builder and certifier need to start construction.
Basix Certification & Sustainability
We prepare your BASIX certification, building energy and water efficiency into your design from day one to meet NSW standards and lower running costs.
End-to-End Project Support
Interior Detailing & Design
Interior Detailing & Design: Detailed plans for kitchens, bathrooms, and custom cabinetry, complete with a comprehensive schedule of finishes for your builder.
On-Site Involvement & Support
Professional site assistance during the build to solve technical issues and protect the integrity of the design.
Consultant Coordination
We coordinate the external specialists such as engineers, surveyors, and arborists, saving you the headache of managing them yourself.
3D Architectural Visualisation
High-end 3D modeling so you can explore the form, light, and materials of your new home before construction starts.
Tailored Fee Proposals
We price based on your specific project complexity, not a percentage of the build cost, giving you upfront financial certainty.
