A1 Drafting is a general building design and architectural drafting company. Based in Melbourne’s East, we service the Melbourne metropolitan area, country Victoria and develop building projects throughout Australia.

A1 Drafting works with  BSC Consulting Engineers and other consultants to offer a full service from concept design to building permit.

Over the past 30 years, A1 Drafting and BSC Consulting Engineers have completed thousands of commissions, covering a broad spectrum of architectural and engineering projects.

At A1 Drafting we are extremely proud of our engineering heritage and of how it informs and enhances every project we undertake.

OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE PHILOSOPHY

  • To provide tailored designs to meet your personal requirements.
  • To thoroughly understand and respond efficiently to your needs.
  • To conduct ourselves with professionalism and integrity at all times.
  • To simplify the process for you.
  • To provide superior quality and value.

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

All of A1 Drafting’s design staff are qualified professional building designers and the A1 Drafting is a member of Design Matters National.

A1 Drafting includes Victorian Building Commission Registered Building Practitioners and work with qualified Thermal Performance Assessors accredited by the Department of Sustainability and Environment.

BSC’s Managing Director Harry Carlin-Smith, is a Registered Building Practitioner, Fellow of the Institute of Engineers Australia, member of the Association of Consulting Structural Engineers, member of the Australian Institute of Steel Construction, charter member of the Structural Engineering Institute and member of the American Society of Civil Engineers.

Why Choose A1 Drafting?

  • We design from your perspective and desired living requirements and ensure that we completely understand all your needs prior to commencing.
  • Our designs are stylish, innovative and energy efficient, yet simple enough to reduce costs without sacrificing quality, look and comfort.
  • Our designs balance imagination with the realities of construction to minimise construction complexity and cost.
  • We integrate structural engineering into the design process to ensure that the design is feasible, saving you time and money down the track.
  • We conduct a thorough site analysis and conduct sufficient checks and balances of all dimensions and aspects of the job to minimise the error potential.
  • We organise consultants for you such as land surveyors, soil consultants and landscaping consultants.
  • Our staff has a thorough understanding of Rescode and Council Guidelines and incorporate this knowledge into your design making town planning permits easier to obtain.
  • We negotiate with Council on your behalf, preparing all planning documentation and attending meetings.
  • We work closely with accredited Thermal Performance Assessors who provide you with qualified advice on achieving the most sustainable and environmentally friendly outcome for your project.
  • We offer a free quote which will outline the services we provide throughout the course of your project.