Preparing & Planning Your Home Renovation Workshop

Do you dream of creating a space that truly reflects your lifestyle, but feel overwhelmed by the complexity of home renovations? Whether you’re planning a small upgrade or embarking on a major building project, this workshop is your essential guide.

Join this course to gain clarity and confidence as you navigate the renovation journey. Learn from an experienced architect how to stay on budget, manage consultants, and make informed decisions at every step. With practical advice and industry insights, this workshop empowers you to create a home that’s functional, beautiful, and truly your own.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this workshop, it is intended that participants will be able to:

1. Navigate the legal and planning processes, including legislation, Council requirements, and the National Construction Code (NCC), relevant to home renovations or new builds.

2. Develop essential project documentation, including a feasibility study, a design brief for a designer, and a comprehensive project programme.

3. Establish and manage a realistic budget, understand construction loans, and handle financial aspects such as builder quotations and payment processes.

4. Identify the required professional consultants, their roles, and the appropriate contracts for employing them, as well as understand the necessary drawings and approvals at various project stages (e.g., D.A. and Construction Certificates).

5. Understand the construction process, including builder contracts, insurance requirements, managing design changes during construction, and addressing potential issues effectively.