What to Expect from a Concept Design Package – Step by Step

When you're starting a renovation or planning a new home, the concept design phase is one of the most exciting—and crucial—parts of the journey. At ROKA Design Studio, we offer concept design packages tailored to suit small to mid-scale residential projects, whether you're upgrading a coastal cottage or planning a modern off-grid retreat.

But what exactly is included in a concept design package? Here’s a breakdown of what to expect, step by step.

1. Initial Consultation

We start with a conversation to understand your needs, style, budget, and goals. This may be in-person, over Zoom, or on-site.

We’ll ask things like:

• What do you want to achieve?

• What’s your ideal layout or lifestyle flow?

• Are there council constraints or site conditions to consider?

• What's your budget, and how flexible is it?

Photo by Roka: Concept sketches and iterations to test multiple design options to compare

2. Site Analysis + Measured Drawings

We’ll either attend the site or work from provided measurements and plans. We study:

• Orientation & sun path

• Views & privacy

• Slopes, trees, setbacks & overlays

• Access, parking & services

This helps us make informed design decisions from the start.

Render by Roka: 3D spatial point cloud and photoshopped urban site analysis

3. Concept Plans

We’ll develop 1–2 design options based on your brief. These include:

• Floorplans

• Basic spatial layout and flow

• Early roof form, openings, and materials direction

We focus on design clarity, light, flow, and connection to landscape.

Photo Collage by Roka: Schematic Concept Design with finishes and spatial planning

4. 3D Views or Renders

We provide simple 3D massing or basic renders to help you visualise how the design will feel in real life.

These might include:

• Interior room views

• External perspectives

• Massing in relation to trees or terrain

Render by Roka: Massing Model Render

5. Design Presentation & Feedback Round

We meet (or email) to go over the design. You can ask questions, explore changes, and feel confident moving forward. We also flag what’s needed for DA or CDC if that’s next.

We may also include:

• Materials direction

• Notes on compliance or buildability

• Timeline or staging recommendations

6. Final Concept Package Delivery

You’ll receive a clean PDF package with:

• Site plan

• Floorplans (to scale)

• Basic elevations or 3D views

• Notes and next step guide

This becomes your foundation—whether for DA, CDC, or builder quotes.

Photo by ROKA: Printed design set

Want to Get Started?

We offer fixed-fee packages starting from $1,900. Whether you’re renovating in Newcastle or designing a dream getaway in the bush, we’d love to help bring your vision to life.

Get in touch for a free discovery call here