1. presented by Yani Koklas

2. YKDesigns - who we are & what we do Your project - do’s and don’t Common issues affecting building projects Frequently asked questions what we’ll be covering today

3. www.ykdesigns.com.au case study Multi-Res Development on a challenging site.

4. www.ykdesigns.com.au case study con’t Multi-Res Development on a challenging site.

5. www.ykdesigns.com.au ykdesigns

6. www.ykdesigns.com.au project scope renovations new builds multi-res renovations Projects from carports and decks to million dollar renos. new builds Unique custom designs on a range of challenging sites. multi-res Projects range from 3 THs to 20 THs and units.

7. www.ykdesigns.com.au get the right advice getting nowhere fast: Unless you have the right team and right advice you could find yourself walking in circles wasting time and money.

8. www.ykdesigns.com.au our objective To assist you in creating a successful project. Efficiently manage the pre- construction process thereby reducing project time and costs (rent / holding costs). Increase the value of your property.

9. www.ykdesigns.com.au working together A collaborative project makes for a successful project. We achieve this by taking a personal approach and interest in our clients and their projects. you YKD

10. www.ykdesigns.com.au your project

11. www.ykdesigns.com.au identifying your concerns Money Time X Problem: Time costs money Solution: Swift response less time = less cost!

12. www.ykdesigns.com.au guiding your path A) design/drafting Unique; functional; efficient design; detailed documentation. B) consultants Engage and coordinate all required consultants. C) approvals Manage all approvals; DA; BA; Relax; BOS/BOSW. A B C

13. www.ykdesigns.com.au the process Step 1. Initial consultation Step 2. Site visit and analysis Step 3. Existing conditions plans (renovations and extensions only)

14. www.ykdesigns.com.au the process con’t Step 4. Design development Step 5. Development applications (not applicable to all projects) Step 6. Construction drawings

15. www.ykdesigns.com.au 3d modelling What our clients say about 3D modelling... ‘I had plans drawn up from another designer but found it very difficult to visualise the space from the drawings... Having access to this program meant we could ‘walk’ through the house, making it really easy for us to envisage the finished renovation. Thanks for offering this unique service.' Jeremy, Coorparoo

16. www.ykdesigns.com.au common issues

17. www.ykdesigns.com.au Lack of proper planning. Failure to invest in design. Poor or inadequate documentation. Lack of coordination of the design process. Proceeding to construction documentation without a proper budget estimate.

18. www.ykdesigns.com.au our solution Start the planning process earlier rather than later. Engage designer early. Work with you to create the best possible design outcome. Every m2 costs or makes money. Detailed and accurate documentation. Coordinate all consultants and approvals for you. Engage builder early in design process to monitor/assess budget.

19. www.ykdesigns.com.au FAQs

20. www.ykdesigns.com.au What’s the difference between an Architect and a Building Designer? Why invest in design? How can I ensure my project stays within budget? How many townhouses/units can I get on this site? Frequently asked questions

21. www.ykdesigns.com.au case study Multi-Res Development on a challenging site.

22. www.ykdesigns.com.au contact us facebook.com/ ykdesignsptyltd Lvl 1/7 Henchman St Nundah 07 3266 7243 info@ykdesigns.com.au we are here

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