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What would you like to do?
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Renovate
Renovate/Extend
Build a New Home
Something else
What type of home do you have?
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Apartment
Unit / Duplex / Townhouse
Terrace (built to a boundary)
Freestanding House
Something not currently a house ...
What type of home do you have?
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Townhouse/Duplex/Terrace
Single Storey Freestanding House
Double Storey Freestanding House
What would you like to add?
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Another Level
Extension at the rear
Extension at the rear (after demolishing a prior extension)
Extension at the side
Extension into the roof space
What type of property do you have?
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Vacant Land
Property with an existing dwelling to be demolished
Property with an existing building other than a dwelling to be demolished
Great, please describe what you'd like help with and we'll get in touch
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Would you like to renovate all the rooms in the dwelling as they are?
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Yes
No - I would like to repurpose the existing spaces (eg. convert bedroom to ensuite)
No - I would like to reconfigure the whole layout
I'm unsure and need an architect to come take a look
What rooms would you like to have in your new home?
Entry
Master bedroom
Ensuite
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Kitchen
Living room
Formal living areas
Laundry
WC
Study/Office
Garage
Rumpus
Landing
Basement
Gym
Pool house
Billiard room
Storage room
Music room
Sauna
Butler's pantry
Kid's retreat
Library
In-roof storage
Balcony
Verandah
Deck
BBQ area/Terrace
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
Bedroom 4
Nursery
Parent's retreat
Mud room
What's the ideal size of your Master Bedroom?
3 x 3
3.5 x 3.5
4 x 4
4.5 x 4.5
Bigger
What features would you like in your Master Bedroom?
TV Mount
Built in Robe
Pendant/ wall mounted lights for bedsides
Reading / Dressing / Retreat Space
Drop down area for bag/wallet/shoes
Desk Space / Dresser
Built-in joinery
Built-in headboard/bed storage (no night stands)
Direct outdoor access
Other
Other - please specify
What finish would you like in your Master Bedroom?
Carpet Flooring
Timber Flooring
Concrete Flooring
Wall Panelling
Wall Paint
Ceiling Paint
Ceiling with a feature (panelling or other)
Curtains
Blinds
Shutters
Other
Other - please specify
What's the ideal size of your Ensuite?
1.4 x 3
2.2 x 3
3 x 3
Bigger
What features would you like in your Ensuite?
Smart toilet
Wall mounted toilet
In-wall cistern
Separate toilet (with door)
Bidet
Bathtub (with shower over)
Japanese bathtub
Separate bath
Freestanding bath
Double shower
Walk-in Shower
Double vanity
Mirror cabinet
Make-up station
Electric toothbrush
Hair dryer
Somewhere to sit
What finish would you like in your Ensuite?
High Spec (All the bells and whistles)
Mid-High Spec (High quality finishes that may be sourced from copy-cat manufacturers)
Mid Spec (Copy-cat manufacturers who make similar finishes as the magazine look. May forego expensive finishes where guests don't see)
Low-Mid Spec (practical day-to-day finishes with a focus on durability)
Low spec (nothing glamorous but durable, easy to work with and to clean)
What's the ideal size of Bathroom 1?
2.2 x 3
3 x 3
4 x 3
Bigger
What features would you like in Bathroom 1?
Smart toilet
Wall mounted toilet
In-wall cistern
Separate toilet (with door)
Bidet
Bathtub (with shower over)
Japanese bathtub
Separate bath
Freestanding bath
Double shower
Walk-in Shower
Double vanity
Mirror cabinet
Make-up station
Electric toothbrush
Hair dryer
Somewhere to sit
What finish would you like in Bathroom 1?
High Spec (All the bells and whistles)
Mid-High Spec (High quality finishes that may be sourced from copy-cat manufacturers)
Mid Spec (Copy-cat manufacturers who make similar finishes as the magazine look. May forego expensive finishes where guests don't see)
Low-Mid Spec (practical day-to-day finishes with a focus on durability)
Low spec (nothing glamorous but durable, easy to work with and to clean)
What's the ideal size of Bathroom 2?
2.2 x 3
3 x 3
4 x 3
Bigger
What features would you like in Bathroom 2?
Smart toilet
Wall mounted toilet
In-wall cistern
Separate toilet (with door)
Bidet
Bathtub (with shower over)
Japanese bathtub
Separate bath
Freestanding bath
Double shower
Walk-in Shower
Double vanity
Mirror cabinet
Make-up station
Electric toothbrush
Hair dryer
Somewhere to sit
What finish would you like in Bathroom 2?
High Spec (All the bells and whistles)
Mid-High Spec (High quality finishes that may be sourced from copy-cat manufacturers)
Mid Spec (Copy-cat manufacturers who make similar finishes as the magazine look. May forego expensive finishes where guests don't see)
Low-Mid Spec (practical day-to-day finishes with a focus on durability)
Low spec (nothing glamorous but durable, easy to work with and to clean)
What's style would you like your Kitchen?
Galley (long and narrow with a bench either side)
U Shape
With an island bench
In a separate room (with a kitchen table in the centre)
Island kitchen (In the centre of a larger space)
Something else
What features would you like in your Kitchen?
Single bowl (sink)
Double bowl (sink)
1.5 bowl (sink)
Filtered water tap (also option for boiling water tap)
Double drawer dishwasher
Single drawer dishwasher
Conventional dishwasher
600 oven
900 oven
600 cooktop
900 cooktop
600 stove (freestanding oven & cooktop)
900 stove
Microwave
Steam Oven
Second Oven
Integrated coffee machine
Integrated refrigerator
large refrigerator space (for french door refrigerator or side-by-side)
floor vac (vacuum suction built into the kickboard for easy sweeping)
Display cabinet
Breakfast bar
Pull-out pantry
Open shelving
Wine storage
Wine refrigerator (under bench)
Pot filler
Pull-out trash compartments
Blum automated open/ close hinges (for overhead cupboards)
Lighting inside cupboards and drawers
InSinkErator
Independent instantaneous hot water system for Kitchen tap (located under sink)
Servery window (for access to dining OR outdoor entertaining area)
What finish would you like for your Kitchen?
High Spec (All the bells and whistles)
Mid-High Spec (High-quality finishes that may be sourced from copy-cat manufacturers)
Mid Spec (Copy-cat manufacturers who make similar finishes as the magazine look. may forego expensive finishes where guests don't see)
Low-Mid Spec (practical day-to-day finishes with a focus on durability)
Low spec (nothing glamorous but durable, easy to work with and to clean)
What's the ideal size of your Living Room?
3 x 3
4 x 4
5 x 5
Bigger
What features would you like in your Living Room?
Built-in Entertainment Unit
Gas fireplace
Wood Fireplace
Built-in seating
Study area
Direct access to outside/ deck
Higher ceiling
In-Wall speaker/ entertainment/ smart system
Seperate from the kitchen or dining or both
Step down
Must cater to specific furniture items: please list
What finish would you like for your Living Room?
Carpet Flooring
Timber Flooring
Concrete Flooring
Wall Panelling
Wall Paint
Ceiling Paint
Ceiling with a feature (panelling or other)
Curtains
Blinds
Shutters
Other
Other - please specify
What's the ideal size of your Formal Living Area?
3 x 3
4 x 4
5 x 5
Bigger
What features would you like in your Formal Living Area?
Built-in Entertainment Unit
Gas fireplace
Wood Fireplace
Built-in seating
Study area
Direct access to outside/ deck
Higher ceiling
In-Wall speaker/ entertainment/ smart system
Seperate from the kitchen or dining or both
Step down
Must cater to specific furniture items: please list
What finish would you like for your FormaL Living Area?
Carpet Flooring
Timber Flooring
Concrete Flooring
Wall Panelling
Wall Paint
Ceiling Paint
Ceiling with a feature (panelling or other)
Curtains
Blinds
Shutters
Other
Other - please specify
What features would you like to have in your Laundry?
Allow for front loading washing machine
Allow for top loading washing machine
Allow for dryer
Euro laundry
Laundry in room with direct access to outside clothes line
Drying rack/ station with heating
Space for 1 hamper
Space for 2 hampers
Chute (if 2 storey)
Double trough
Space for pets
Connected to garage
Shoe storage + seat
Fold out ironing board
What features would you like in your WC?
Smart toilet
Wall mounted toilet
In-wall cistern
Separate toilet (with door)
Bidet
Double vanity
Mirror cabinet
Make-up station
Hair dryer
Somewhere to sit
What finish would you like in your WC?
High Spec (All the bells and whistles)
Mid-High Spec (High quality finishes that may be sourced from copy-cat manufacturers)
Mid Spec (Copy-cat manufacturers who make similar finishes as the magazine look. May forego expensive finishes where guests don't see)
Low-Mid Spec (practical day-to-day finishes with a focus on durability)
Low spec (nothing glamorous but durable, easy to work with and to clean)
What features would you like in your Study/Office?
Built-in joinery
1 workstation
2 workstations
More than 2 workstations
Library/Bookshelves
Sliding ladder
Filing cabinet
Lockable cupboards
I will need space for...
1 x Car
2 x Cars
3 x Cars
Boat
Jetski
Toolshed
Trailer
Bikes
Motorcycle
Cellar
Bins
Storage
Other
What features would you like in your Garage?
Direct access to backyard
Tandem parking
Automated panel lift door
Automated roller door
Automated swing door
The Rumpus will be used for...
Billiards
Ping pong
Movies /Video games
Exercise/Flexible space
Bar with lounge
What finish would you like for your Rumpus?
Carpet Flooring
Timber Flooring
Concrete Flooring
Wall Panelling
Wall Paint
Ceiling Paint
Ceiling with a feature (panelling or other)
Curtains
Blinds
Shutters
Other
Other - please specify
Great, and what kind of aesthetic are you looking for?
Modern
Contemporary
Classical
Minimalist
Heritage (applicable only if you have an existing heritage home)
Beach
Industrial
Not sure - Architect to decide
Is your building on a Strata title/Shared land or includes multiple dwellings on a lot?
Yes
No
Not sure
If you share common walls, will your renovation impact your neighbour?
Yes
No
Not sure
And do you know if you will need a Planning Permit?
Yes
Yes and I already have a permit
No
Not sure
Is there anything else you'd like us to consider?
Great, may we know your name?
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First
Last
Thank you, and what's the best number to reach you on?
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And an email address to confirm the brief?
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about us
about RARA
Contemporary Architecture
Heritage Architecture
Interior Design
L’Agence Francaise
portfolio
blog
find an architect
(03) 9328 4220
about us
about RARA
Contemporary Architecture
Heritage Architecture
Interior Design
L’Agence Francaise
portfolio
blog
find an architect
(03) 9328 4220
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