Expert Building Design in Centennial Park

Centennial Park is one of Sydney’s most prestigious suburbs, renowned for its wide tree-lined streets, grand Federation homes, and proximity to the iconic Centennial Parklands. This exclusive enclave offers a blend of heritage charm, modern elegance, and a tranquil lifestyle just minutes from the CBD.

DMR Designs provides tailored building solutions in Centennial Park that reflect the suburb’s distinguished residential character while ensuring compliance with Randwick City Council planning regulations.

We proudly serve Centennial Park with designs that combine comfort, luxury, and practicality.

Why Choose DMR Designs for Building Design in Centennial Park?

  • Family-Oriented Layouts: Homes designed with functional living, flow, and comfort in mind.

  • Suburban Harmony: Designs that complement Centennial Park’s historic and leafy streetscapes.

  • Compliance Expertise: Skilled navigation of Randwick Council’s planning controls.

  • Sustainable Practices: Energy-efficient, future-focused design solutions.

  • Adaptable Spaces: Customised for families, professionals, and multi-generational living.

Our Centennial Park designs deliver a harmonious balance of timeless style, practicality, and compliance.

Randwick Council Requirements for Building in Centennial Park

 

  • Zoning types

    • R2 Low Density Residential

    • R3 Medium Density Residential

  • Setbacks

    • Front setbacks typically 6–9m depending on streetscape character

    • Side and rear setbacks vary by dwelling type and lot size

  • Typical lot sizes

    • Detached homes: 450m² – 1,200m²+

    • Townhouse/duplex sites: 300m² – 600m²

  • Key constraints

    • Heritage conservation overlays in parts of the suburb

    • Tree preservation and streetscape character controls

    • Height restrictions to maintain low-rise profile

  • Utilities available

    • Fully serviced with water, sewer, electricity, gas, and NBN

Building in Centennial Park requires designs that respect heritage character while meeting council standards.

For detailed council regulations and submission guidelines, visit the Randwick Council website.

DA vs CDC: What’s Right for Your Centennial Park Project?

Whether it’s a Development Application (DA) or a Complying Development Certificate (CDC), we’ll guide you in finding the fastest and most compliant approval pathway—anywhere in New South Wales.

Here’s a quick breakdown to help you understand the difference:

DA (Development Application):

  • Required for projects within heritage overlays or seeking variations to development standards.

  • Typically needed for multi-dwelling or larger-scale residential designs.

CDC (Complying Development Certificate):

  • Suitable for single dwellings, alterations, or compliant extensions.

  • Provides faster approvals when all requirements are met.

Need help figuring out which route suits your site? We’ll assess your block and walk you through your options.

 

FAQs About Building Design in Centennial Park

  • Yes, parts of Centennial Park fall under heritage conservation areas, requiring designs that respect the historic streetscape and architectural style.

  • The suburb is known for its large Federation and Victorian residences, alongside modern luxury homes designed to complement the parkland surroundings.

  • Duplex development may be possible on appropriately zoned sites, subject to meeting Randwick Council’s lot size and setback requirements.

  • While we know the Randwick area well, we also work across many suburbs within the Randwick City Council area, including Coogee, Kensington, Maroubra, and more. Additionally, we are available for select projects up to 4 hours away from the Randwick Council area.

  • Cost depends on the scope of your project. We’ll walk you through pricing during your discovery call so you know exactly what to expect.

Ready to take the next step?

From coastal-inspired homes to specialized compliance plans, we’re here to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. We’d love to hear about your Randwick project and how we can assist.

Our Building Design Services in Centennial Park

We offer bespoke building designs for homes, duplexes, and townhouses tailored to Centennial Park’s prestigious character and planning requirements.
From concept to approval, we deliver compliance, elegance, and quality.

What to Expect: Our Building Design Timeline

A step-by-step look at how we take your project from concept to council approval and beyond.

Every project starts with a discovery call and ends with council-approved, build-ready plans.

Here’s how we make it easy from start to finish:

Step 1 - Discovery Call

  • Let’s chat! We’ll have a quick call to understand your project and see how we can help.

Step 2 -Site Visit & Consultation (5–7 days)

  • We’ll meet at your site (or virtually), take a closer look, and discuss your vision in detail.

Step 3 - Fee Proposal (2 days)

  • You’ll get a clear, no-surprises proposal with the scope, timeline, and costs.

Step 4 - Concept Design (4 weeks)

  • We’ll create initial design ideas and layouts tailored just for you.

Step 5 - Design Development & Expert Coordination (2 weeks)

  • We’ll fine-tune the design and collaborate with any needed specialists (engineer, energy consultant, town planner, geo tech engineer, bushfire, heritage consultant, etc).

Step 6 - Final Adjustments (1 week)

  • We’ll polish everything and prepare the final drawings for submission.

Step 7 - Submission for Approval

  • We handle the council or certifier submission, so you’re ready for the next steps.

Want the full breakdown?

View our detailed process here.

From Plans to Reality: See How It All Comes Together

Explore our Centennial Park portfolio showcasing homes designed for lifestyle, luxury, and council compliance.

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Building in Centennial Park requires expert planning and design—exactly what DMR Designs provides.

Ready to Start Designing Your New Home in Centennial Park?

We’re here to help you take the next step, whether you’re

starting fresh or upgrading your Randwick home.

We’d love to hear what you have in mind. Book a discovery call or send us a message, and we’ll be in touch within 48 hours.

Not based in Centennial Park?

DMR Designs proudly works with homeowners across the entire Randwick City Council area. From Coogee and Kensington to Maroubra and beyond, we bring the same personalized design approach to every project—no matter where you call home.