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Your Trusted Drafter in Highett

If you’re planning to renovate, extend, or build in Highett, you need a drafter who understands the unique planning environment of both Bayside and Glen Eira City Council — two councils that overlap in the suburb and each with their own rules and expectations.

At TDM Design, we combine technical accuracy, strong communication, and true local knowledge to produce designs that get approved the first time. Whether you’re updating a post-war home near Highett Road or designing a modern extension close to the Bay Road precinct, our drafter and draftsman services guide your project through every stage—from concept layouts to full council-ready drawings.

With over a decade of experience, we take the stress out of the process and provide documentation that homeowners, builders, and councils can trust.

Our Drafting & Design Services in Highett

At TDM Design, we offer a complete suite of residential drafting and design services, tailored to homes and developments across Highett:

Concept Design & Development

Establish your project’s direction with clear, functional layouts that outline your goals.

Design Development & Drafting

Refine your concept into detailed, compliant plans ready for construction and council submission, including 3D visualisations so you can clearly understand the design.

Town Planning Applications

Professional preparation and submission to Bayside City Council or Glen Eira City Council, including all required supporting documents.

Building Plans & Working Drawings

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

Why Choose TDM Design in Highett?

Local Expertise

We understand the planning rules of both Bayside and Glen Eira municipalities, including neighbourhood character and setbacks

Owner-Led Service

Trent oversees every project personally, ensuring clear communication and a collaborative approach.

End-to-End Project Support

From early design concepts through to final approvals, we streamline the entire process.

Strong Reputation

Our clients appreciate our attention to detail, reliability, and ability to simplify complex planning requirements.

Understanding Highett

Highett is a fast-growing suburb featuring a blend of original homes, contemporary townhouses, and newer residential developments. Designing in this area requires an understanding of varying planning controls, particularly as the suburb falls across both Bayside and Glen Eira councils.

Common Highett-specific considerations include:

Neighbourhood character guidelines

Responding to local planning controls, particularly within Glen Eira Council areas.

Coastal proximity considerations

Accounting for environmental and design factors relevant to Bayside locations.

Heritage-affected areas

Applying experience from past projects where heritage or character considerations influence design outcomes.

Medium-density development potential

Supporting dual-occupancy and townhouse layouts where zoning allows.

Setback, height, and permeability requirements

Ensuring designs align with the specific planning scheme of the applicable council.

At TDM Design, each design is prepared to suit the site’s unique conditions while aligning with the relevant council’s planning requirements.

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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 Highett

Do you handle council approvals for both Bayside and Glen Eira?

They are the same. Our role is to produce accurate, compliant plans that builders and councils rely on.

What’s the difference between a drafter and a draftsman?

They are the same. Our role is to produce accurate, compliant plans that builders and councils rely on.

Can you help with townhouse or dual-occupancy projects?

Absolutely. We regularly work on medium-density projects throughout Highett.

How long does the drafting and design 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 Highett Project Today

Whether you’re creating a modern renovation, designing a new home, or planning a multi-dwelling development, TDM Design provides drafting expertise that ensures your project moves forward quickly, clearly, and compliantly.

Call us today at 0404814669