Expert Building Design in The Spot

The Spot in Randwick is a lively precinct known for its heritage charm, boutique shops, and the historic Ritz Cinema. It combines a mix of residential terraces, apartments, and retail spaces, making it a sought-after area for those who enjoy a vibrant village atmosphere. The area is popular for its walkability, cultural scene, and proximity to Coogee Beach and UNSW.

DMR Designs provides tailored building solutions in The Spot that reflect its heritage character and mixed-use environment while ensuring compliance with Randwick City Council planning regulations.

We proudly serve The Spot with designs that combine tradition, innovation, and practicality.

Why Choose DMR Designs for Building Design in The Spot?

  • Heritage Sensitivity: Designs that respect the historical streetscape and character of The Spot.

  • Community Integration: Blending modern living with the precinct’s vibrant cultural and retail hub.

  • Compliance Expertise: Skilled in navigating Randwick City Council’s heritage and mixed-use controls.

  • Sustainable Focus: Energy-efficient and future-ready building solutions.

  • Flexible Spaces: Designs suitable for families, investors, and businesses.

Our designs for The Spot deliver a balance of heritage preservation, liveability, and modern design.

Randwick Council Requirements for Building in The Spot

 

  • Zoning types:

    • R2 Low Density Residential

    • R3 Medium Density Residential

    • B1 Neighbourhood Centre

  • Setbacks:

    • Front setbacks typically 4m – 6m, with heritage areas requiring consistency with existing buildings

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

  • Typical lot sizes:

    • Detached homes: 400m² – 600m²

    • Apartments/mixed-use: 600m²+

  • Key constraints:

    • Heritage overlays affecting façade and material selection

    • Height restrictions to preserve village character

    • Limited parking provisions due to compact street layouts

  • Utilities available:

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

Building in The Spot requires thoughtful design that enhances the precinct’s cultural and architectural character.

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

DA vs CDC: What’s Right for Your The Spot 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 in heritage conservation areas or mixed-use developments.

  • Needed for alterations that impact building façades or streetscape.

CDC (Complying Development Certificate):

  • Suitable for minor alterations, extensions, or compliant low-density homes.

  • Provides a quicker path for straightforward, non-heritage-affected projects.

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 The Spot

  • Yes, but heritage guidelines apply. External changes often require a DA to ensure they align with the historic character of the precinct.

  • The area features low to medium-density housing, shop-top apartments, and boutique commercial projects.

  • Definitely. Its combination of retail, dining, and residential demand makes it ideal for well-planned mixed-use projects.

  • 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 The Spot

We provide customised designs for heritage homes, apartments, and shop-top housing in The Spot.
From planning to approval, our designs reflect the area’s unique mix of history and modern lifestyle.

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 The Spot portfolio showcasing homes and mixed-use projects designed to complement this lively cultural hub.

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Home Designs

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Building in The Spot requires expert knowledge of heritage and planning controls—something we specialise in.

Ready to Start Designing Your New Home in The Spot?

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 The Spot?

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.