Keen to tackle urban development challenges and craft stunning terrace designs? In this episode, urban design expert Maria Laverde shares her strategies for managing narrow blocks, maximising natural light, and integrating different architectural styles based on client preferences.

Maria also discusses the impacts of local building regulations and provides practical tips for developers and investors looking to scale from smaller projects to larger ones like triplexes and quadplexes. Her insights are crucial for anyone aiming to expand their property investment portfolio.

Explore a real-life case study with the Hillcrest terrace project, showcasing how Maria’s design principles are applied. Discover how terrace housing is evolving and uncover new design solutions that enhance living spaces. Don't miss this opportunity to refine your urban development skills with expert guidance from Maria Laverde!

Topics:

✅Design Process

✅Low Rise Diversity Housing Code for Terraces

✅Maria’s Advice for Investors and Developers

✅Case Studies and Examples

✅Future Trends and Opportunities

Connect with Maria:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-camila-laverde-arango-038b6a15b/

Website: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inov8-building-design/

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Want to know what happens behind the scenes of successful off-market property development? In this episode, we sit down with Mulisa Ndlovu from Mosros Property.

Mulisa is a specialist in finding lucrative off-market development sites, making him a valuable asset in the competitive world of real estate. We talked about Mulisa's journey from Zimbabwe to Australia, his unique approach to property consultancy, and the importance of patience and precision in development projects.

This episode also talks about a live project in Wollongong, highlighting the strategies and risks involved. Packed with insights for investors and developers alike, this aims to demystify the complexities of property development.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from one of the best in the industry!

Topics:

✅ Securing Off-Market Sites (Strategies, Process, Challenges and Solutions)

✅ Marketing Insights, Trends and Risk Management

✅ Client Relationships

✅ Development Fish Tank (Recent Deal: Evan St. Wollongong)

✅ Advice for Developers

Connect with Mulisa:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mulisa-ndlovu-970984211/

Website: https://www.mosrosproperty.com.au/

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Struggling to keep your property development projects on budget? Join us on another episode of "The Residential Developer Podcast" with Quoc Duong, Managing Director at Duo Tax.

Discover how early involvement of quantity surveyors can save you from budget blowouts and ensure project profitability. Quoc shares his journey from tax depreciation to a comprehensive QS service, emphasizing the importance of accurate preliminary estimates.

Learn how Duo Tax helps developers manage costs effectively, from initial concept to final construction. Tune in to gain expert advice on navigating the challenges of today's construction climate and building a successful development team.

Topics:

✅ Quantity Surveying and Its Role In Residential Developments

✅ Cost Planning and Management

✅ Practical Tips for Developers

✅ Impact of Market Conditions

✅ Case Studies and Success Stories

✅ Advice from Quoc Duong

Connect with Quoc:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quoc-duong-274a5013b/

Website: http://www.duotax.com.au

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Ever wondered how the best developers navigate the maze of urban planning? Listen to this episode as our guest, Eli Gescheit, Director at Navon Planning, reveals the secrets of working with councils and managing successful property development projects.

Eli talks about council approvals, the role of a skilled town planner, and the importance of assembling a dream team. He also explains planning controls, negotiation tactics, and the critical nature of due diligence.

Discover the essential elements of urban planning and development from one of the industry's top experts. Don't miss these insights for your next project!

Topics:

✅ Current Town Planning and Development Trends and Challenges

✅ Low Rise Changes Coming in July 2024

✅ Practical Advice from Eli Gescheit

✅ Pre-Development Application Advice

✅ Advice for Aspiring Developers

Connect with Eli:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eligescheit/

Website: https://www.navonplanning.com.au/

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Curious about the secrets to successful duplex design? This week, we sat down with Maria Laverde, Building Designer at Duplex Building Design.

Maria shares her journey from Colombia to Australia, where she became a specialist in duplex design. With a background in civil engineering and interior design, Maria has a wealth of experience and insights into the duplex building process, particularly under the CDC low-rise code.

Maria offers practical tips for developers and investors looking to navigate the complexities of duplex projects. Listeners will learn about the benefits of fast-tracking approvals with CDC and the critical role of a well-coordinated design team. Tune in to discover strategies for making duplexes compliant, aesthetically pleasing and profitable!

Topics:

✅ Understanding the Low Rise Diversity Code

✅ Design Process

✅ CDC Approval Insights

✅ Design Tips and Best Practices

✅ Case Studies and Examples

✅ Future Trends in Development

✅ Maria’s Advice for Developers

Connect with Duplex Building Design:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inov8-building-design/

Website: https://duplexbuildingdesign.com/

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This series will give you insights into the planning, execution and management of small property developments. Each episode talks about essential topics such as feasibility studies, optimal development areas, development strategies and a range of project types.

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