A complete building design service, tailored to your project
At van_bert Design, we offer a fully considered service for design projects across the Bellarine Peninsula, Geelong, Ocean Grove, Barwon Heads, Torquay and the wider Surf Coast. From the first sketch to the final documentation set, every stage is handled with care, precision and a genuine commitment to the outcome.
Every project is different — and every fee is discussed accordingly. We don't believe in one-size-fits-all pricing, so we take the time to understand your project before proposing a scope and fee that makes sense for both of us.
New Home Design
Designing a new home is one of the most significant things you'll ever do. We approach each new build as a unique opportunity — to respond thoughtfully to your site, your lifestyle and the character of the place you're building in.
Whether you're planning a coastal retreat on the Bellarine, a family home in Geelong or a considered build along the Surf Coast, we work closely with you from the earliest concept through to complete working drawings, ensuring the design remains true to your vision at every stage.
This service includes: site analysis, concept design, design development, 3D architectural visualisation, working drawings and consultant coordination.
Renovations, Alterations & Extensions
A well-designed renovation can completely transform how you live in your home — and how you feel about it. We work with the existing fabric of your home to find intelligent, creative solutions that add space, light and liveability without losing what makes the place special.
From modest additions to whole-home transformations, we bring the same level of care and rigour to renovations as we do to new builds. If you're weighing up whether to renovate or move, a feasibility conversation with us is a great place to start.
This service includes: feasibility studies, concept design, design development, 3D architectural visualisation, working drawings and consultant coordination.
Town Planning Applications
Navigating the planning system can be one of the more daunting parts of any building project. We prepare and manage planning permit applications on your behalf — drawing on our local knowledge and relationships with the City of Greater Geelong, Surf Coast Shire and surrounding councils to give your application the best possible chance of success.
We handle the documentation, the council liaison and the co-ordination, so you don't have to.
This service includes: site analysis, planning reports, shadow diagrams, overlooking and overshadowing assessments, and liaison with council.
Architectural Visualisation
One of the most common challenges in building design is helping clients truly visualise a space before it's built. Our 3D visualisation service bridges that gap — producing clear, realistic renders that allow you to see your home, understand the spaces and make confident and informed decisions before construction begins.
Utilising the latest 3D and visualisation software, we are able to produce documentation that is precise, coordinated and ready for your builder, adding to the efficiency of the overall documentation process.
Project inclusions
Depending on the scope of your project, our services can include any combination of the following, tailored specifically to your needs:
Site analysis & feasibility studies
Concept design
Design development
Working drawings & documentation
3D architectural visualisation
Town planning applications
NCC compliance documentation
Consultant coordination (structural, civil, energy)
Advanced tools. Personal service.
van_bert Design combines the technical capability of a larger practice with the responsiveness and attention of a sole-operator studio. Utilising advanced 3D modelling for all documentation — meaning your drawings are accurate, fully coordinated and consultant-ready — paired with 3D visualisation allows you to be fully immersed in your project. so you always know exactly what you're getting.
Serving the Bellarine, Surf Coast & Geelong region
We work with clients across a broad area of coastal and regional Victoria, including Ocean Grove, Barwon Heads, Point Lonsdale, Geelong city and surrounds, Torquay and the wider Surf Coast. If you're based in the region and planning a project, we'd love to hear from you.
Ready to discuss your project?
Every great home starts with a conversation. Get in touch to tell us about your project — we'll talk through what you're hoping to achieve and how we can help.