Tamworth plans, concepts & structural engineering
Do you want to create an open plan layout in your home? Is the kitchen tucked away at the back of the house, making it hard to entertain? Sounds like it’s time to redesign your property.
From initial plans, Duff Constructions works with drafters to create a design for each client. Everything from site challenges to sunlight, sustainability and energy efficiency is taken into account.
We carefully design everything from ducted air conditioning, and kitchen islands to living rooms and outdoor pergolas, ensuring plans meet structural standards
Create your ideal addition with Duff Constructions today.
Plans & Concepts
Duff Constructions works with drafting firms to create innovative designs for every style of home, from contemporary through to heritage listed properties.
We work on your project from concept to completion, following a rigid planning schedule. Our director, Jamie, will even visit your home to get a better understanding of the space.
The design process takes many aspects into account, including:
- Size & appearance of the extension compared with the existing dwelling
- Internal functionality
- Sun shadow resulting from the renovation or extension & impact on neighbouring properties
Plans include engineering details, working drawings, detailed specifications and soil tests.
Structural Engineering
Our team works with structural engineers to ensure all renovations are structurally sound and safe.
Our job is to advise on building approvals and liaise with engineering firms to inspect your property before construction begins. During this process, we identify potential problems due to load bearing walls, bracing walls and support joints.
Structural engineers will ensure all construction is done safely while complying with Australian standards.
This includes building of:
- Footings & slab-on-ground
- Structural framing
- Bracing & tie down schedules
- Retaining walls
- Concrete pools
- Reinforced concrete masonry
- Suspended slabs
- Concrete columns
- Timber & steel beams
Here at Duff Constructions, we want you to know your renovation or extension has been constructed safely. You will be regularly updated on the project and we are always available to answer any questions.
Air Conditioning
Consider the placement of your air conditioning system before starting your renovation or extension. The location of the unit and ducting will not only affect performance of the system but overall energy efficiency as well.
Whether it’s controlling the temperature in the entire home or just a couple of rooms, we can incorporate air conditioning into your home’s new aesthetic.
When installing air conditioning, it is important to think about:
This includes building of:
- Climate
- Frequency of use
- Insulation
- Home design & size
- Home areas requiring climate control
- Drafts
- Cost
- Maintenance
Lighting Design
Light distribution is important in the home. Designing effective lighting will add style and functionality to your living space. Room dimensions must be considered when talking about creating the right mood in your new look home.
Duff Constructions focuses on lighting from the concept stage, including placement of power points for lamps, ceiling levels for low and indirect lighting, spotlights for kitchen benches and pendant lighting for the staircase!
Kitchen Design
If you’re renovating, consider updating your kitchen. Whether you want to utilise space from a hallway for a new pantry, or build a whole new kitchen altogether, our expert team will deliver.
We work with designers and listen to all your ideas to ensure we build a new kitchen you will love. Whether you’re into island benches, hidden storage, open shelving, laminate or marble, timber veneer or a stainless steel industrial look, Duff Constructions will deliver a functional space to add style and value to your home.
