Adam Dettrick Architects

Adam Dettrick Architect Adam Dettrick Architect is a growing practice operating from Mitchell House, a 1920's Art Deco gem overlooking the hustle and bustle of Lonsdale and Elizabeth Streets in Melbourne's CBD. We specialise in residential and commercial projects of any scale, and we are always ready to apply our skills to other types of projects. We undertake work in greater Melbourne and country Victoria, and we are keen to take on interstate projects. Our practice strives to provide quality buildings that not only suit the immediate needs of our clients, but respond to future changes in lifestyle and patterns of use. We build on the ideas and aspirations of our clients to create spaces that are not only beautiful and practical, but also have a special sense of place and meaning. Underlying all our work is our commitment to environmental sustainability and liveability. Our buildings respond to the changing seasons to offer an easy flow between inside and outside and perfect liveability throughout the year. Our services are tailored to suit the individual needs of each client. Services range from the development of initial concepts that provide a snapshot of a projects potential, through to town planning and building permit applications and beyond to full architectural services, where we look after the project all the way through to final completion. Below is an outline of our core services. Please do not hesitate to contact us or visit our website at www.adamdettrickarchitect.com.au if you require further detail. Sketch design Sketch design breathes life into the ideas of the client and offers a vision of the projects potential. Initially we gain an understanding of the needs and aspirations of the client and look at the opportunities offered by the project site. We then explore a number of options with the client in order to find the preferred design. This design is then further refined and explained with plans, sections and elevations. Detailed design In the detailed design stage we develop the sketch design into the final design solution. The drawings have a level of detail suitable for obtaining cost estimates and for lodgement of a town planning application. To speed the planning process we organise pre-application meetings with council and neighbours, and provide comprehensive documentation to satisfy council requirements quickly. We also co-ordinate energy modelling and certification to ensure that the project complies with energy efficiency regulations. Construction documentation To ensure that the intention of the initial design is not lost during construction we prepare drawings, specifications and schedules that are suitable for building permit, tendering and construction. Contract administration To help ensure that what is drawn and specified is actually built we can administer the tender process and the construction contract between the client and the builder. This stage includes regular site visits, site meetings, and certification of payments. Other Services Often clients are unsure what to do with their property, and we can provide an options study which can help establish key objectives. This involves working with the client to prepare a number of concept plans that consider the opportunities that exist on the site within the context of planning and building regulations. We can also provide feasibility studies and master planning for developers and institutional clients.