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Your Trusted Drafter in Caulfield North

Renovating, extending, or building in Caulfield North requires experience with Glen Eira City Council’s neighbourhood character guidelines, and premium architectural expectations. At TDM Design, we specialise in preparing detailed, compliant residential drafting that ensures your project is approved the first time — without unnecessary delays or redesigns.

From Californian bungalows and Art Deco homes to modern family residences and townhouse developments, our drafter and draftsman services provide the clear, detailed documentation needed to move your project smoothly from concept to construction.

With TDM Design, you receive straightforward communication, precise planning, and designs that balance creativity with council compliance.

Our Drafting & Design Services in Caulfield North

At TDM Design, we provide a full suite of residential design and drafting services tailored to the unique requirements of Caulfield North:

Concept Design Plans

Establish your project’s direction through functional, well-considered layouts that suit your block and lifestyle.

Design Development & Drafting

Transform your concept into detailed, compliant drawings ready for construction and council submission, including 3D visualisations for total clarity.

Town Planning Applications

Professional preparation and submission to Glen Eira City Council, ensuring all design elements align with overlays and planning rules.

Building Plans & Working Drawings

Detailed technical documentation for builders, surveyors, certifiers, and engineers.

Why Choose TDM Design in Caulfield North?

Local Expertise

We understand Glen Eira’s setbacks, character guidelines, and application requirements.

Owner-Led Service

Trent personally manages each project, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and consistent communication.

End-to-End Project Management

From concept design through approvals, we streamline every stage.

Trusted by Homeowners

Clients appreciate our reliability, attention to detail, and ability to make technical processes simple.

Understanding Caulfield North

Caulfield North is known for its established family homes, leafy streets, and ongoing demand for well-considered upgrades and renovations. Designing in this area often involves balancing lifestyle goals with local planning requirements.

TDM Design supports clients in Caulfield North by assisting with considerations such as:

Heritage and character-related planning controls

Applying experience from past projects where design responses are influenced by existing streetscape or overlay requirements.

Planning scheme requirements

Addressing site coverage, height controls, and neighbourhood character guidelines under Glen Eira Council.

Dual-occupancy and townhouse feasibility

Assessing potential for medium-density development in appropriately zoned areas.

Extensions to established homes

Designing additions that accommodate modern living while respecting the scale and form of the existing dwelling.

With experience working across Glen Eira, TDM Design prepares practical, compliant drawings that support smoother approvals and a clearer path to construction.

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Clients Who Trust Us

We’re proud to have worked with homeowners and developers across Melbourne’s most sought-after suburbs, including Caulfield South, Hampton, Sandringham, Ormond, Beaumaris, Black Rock and Mornington Peninsula.

Our projects range from contemporary extensions to bespoke new builds—each one a reflection of the trust our clients place in us.

FAQs – Drafter Caulfield North

Do you manage Glen Eira Council submissions?

Yes. We prepare and lodge all required documentation directly with Glen Eira City Council and manage correspondence on your behalf.

Can you prepare drawings suitable for builder pricing?

Yes. Our drawings are prepared to a level of detail that allows builders to accurately quote and plan construction, reducing surprises later in the build process.

Do you work on townhouse or dual-occupancy projects?

Yes. We frequently prepare documentation for multi-dwelling sites across the Glen Eira area.

How long does the drafting process take?

The timeframe varies depending on the scope of work. The concept design stage alone typically takes around 3–6 weeks, with additional time required for design development, documentation, and council-ready drawings depending on project complexity and approval requirements.

Start Your Caulfield North Project Today

Whether you’re renovating, extending, or building a new home, TDM Design provides the drafting expertise and clear documentation needed to make the process seamless. With deep local knowledge, a personalised approach, and a commitment to quality, we help bring your ideas to life with confidence.

Call us today at 0404814669