Lockhart Drafting & Design

Are You Architects?

Not quite, we are similar but not the same. As building designers our team have completed a relevant Tertiary Qualification in Building Design and our business is licenced under the Queensland Building & Construction Commission (QBCC) the same as builders and building contractors. In Queensland a Building Designer and Architect can undertake the same type of design work, depending on their Licence; be it residential, commercial or unit development, in fact any type of building project (excluding high-rise developments).

Can You Recommend Any Builders?

Yes. Lockhart Drafting & Design works with a range of small to medium builders who we trust to complete your project, just ask your building designer for the details and we'll be sure to put you in touch with a builder suited to your project.

What is an Energy Report?

An Energy Efficiency Assessment is one of the documents required by the Building Certifier when your new home or renovation is submitted for Building Approval. It is provided by a certified professional who uses the information of your home to assess how much energy will be required cool & heat your home. It's a requirement of the National Construction code that all new buildings and extensions are energy efficient, which means reaching a 6 star minimum. We can organise this for your project using our preferred Energy Assessors.

What is a Truss Design?

Truss is a structure that consists of elements organised into attached triangles so that the overall assembly behaves as a single object. ... A truss is made up of a web of triangles joined together to enable the even distribution of weight and the handling of changing tension and compression without bending or shearing. Lockhart Design works along side your builder to engage a truss designer.

Why do I need a Soil Test?

Before commencement of a New Home or Extension, a Soil Test is required. This soil test provides the information required by the Structural Engineers so they can design the footings or foundations for your new project. If you received a Soil Test with your property upon purchasing it, you may want to confirm with your Builder (who will confirm with their Engineer), if this soil test is still current. Generally Soil Tests expire after 2 years. Here at Lockhart Design we can organise quotes and the contractors to have these reports do for you. (Fees apply)

Why do I need a Contour Survey?

Similar in principle to a soil test, a contour survey (or topographical survey) indicates the limitations of the land and determines whether any changes will be needed to your home's design. A contour survey is generally required if your land is sloped so your Designer and Builder can plan and cost for these different levels of elevation within in your property.

Do I need Engineering?

The short answer is, yes. Your Home Designer can design everything within the home, including all timber structural requirements. However, the Engineers are the ones who design the slab and footing details and any steel frame or bracing required within your home.