Our Services
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We specialise in the design and delivery of high quality residential architecture and interiors:
Build-to-Sell Apartments (BTS)
Build-to-Rent Apartments (BTR)
Social + Affordable Housing Apartments
Residential Design Advisory (Site Potential Analysis)
Luxury Private Residences ($3M to $10M+)
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Architecture
We define Architecture as a process that leads to a realisable concept at a unique moment in time, space and place where critical objectivity meets the design narrative to create enhance experience and elevate living. We define ‘commerciality’ as the strategic and holistic integration of design processes that employs creativity, partnerships, evolutionary innovation and empirical knowledge that results in the physical manifestation of the project vision.We are exclusively focussed on providing discerning clients with high quality and realisable projects that maximise value relative to costs. Our point of difference in the market is providing aligned clients with access to highly specialised skills and experience in the design and delivery of market leading residential projects within the framework of a boutique practice.
Our approach to the practice of architecture and interior design aims to bring more positivity, life, and value to those who live, work or invest in our projects.
Interior Design
Our practice ethos embeds interior design as an integral and inseparable part of architecture. We reflect on the modernist design principle that the inside and outside are symbiotic and intrinsically linked. Our approach is therefore one of integrating interior design with architecture from inception through to completion to ensure the translation of ideas into details across all scales.
We see the crafting of interior detailing as essential to elevating experience, enhancing quality and creating inspired beauty. We practice with an awareness that people spend more of their life experiencing the inside of a building and therefore integration of interior design is fundamental in all parts of the design process and ethical practice.Our design methodologies focus on rigorous spatial planning, careful detailing, craftsmanship, ergonomics and the flow of the spaces that are considered in parallel with developing architecture and interior design that embodies a sense of elegance and timelessness.
Residential Design Advisory
We work closely in partnership with leading Town Planners, Project Managers, Development Managers and Consultants to provide strategic design advice for clients to unlock unrealised site potential. Our strategic design analysis applies to all residential typologies including build-to-sell, built-to-rent and social and affordable housing.
We utilise our strategic design experience, in-house design efficiency tool, specialised design and construction knowledge with authentic communication, disciplined processes, and financial awareness to provide clients and property specialists with a better understanding of their site potential.
As part of this initial phase, we carefully analyse project metrics, site opportunities and constraints as well as uncover counter-intuitive design solutions in preparation for discussions with Council or key stakeholders.Contact us to find out more.
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Design Value Defined
Market Condition and Economic factors such as supply and demand, global economic conditions, local buyer sentiment, interest rates and the local political atmosphere have the greatest impact on the value of property values. Designers and Developers have no ability to influence these external factors. The elements that are within the control of the developer and design team are therefore the areas of focus. 'Design Value' is often perceived as a simplistic veneer of what something looks like. While aesthetics are fundamental to design, there is a deeper understanding of Design Value that can be understood in more practical and objective terms. Refer below definitions to assist with conversations about how Design Value can contribute to the Project Performance.
GRV Improvement
The increase in Gross Realisable Value achieved through superior floor plate design, apartment mix optimisation, view optimisation, meaningful design narrative embedded in formal and spatial expression, resident amenity and design quality that commands a higher sale price and stronger market absorption with valuations.
Construction Efficiency Improvement
The reduction in construction cost achieved through early structural integration in design concept, full tower vertical alignment of structure and services, material efficiency, and practical approach to contractor and inputs.
Design Efficiency Improvement
The program and cost savings achieved through a faster DA approval process, modular design approach, interchangeability of floor plates, reduced design rework, efficient documentation delivery and proactive consultant coordination — reducing holding costs and time to market.
Refer below for Value Comparison Tool to assist understanding measurable improvements that come from engaging residential Architecture Specialists.
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Betts+Partners' specialisation and focus is on elevating residential living. Our architecture and interior design practice is designed to partner with discerning clients and industry leaders to contribute to the rapid evolution in residential design excellence throughout South-East Queensland. We are driven by our passion for creating homes that meaningfully enhance how people experience everyday life.
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Drawing on our team's tier 1 national practice expertise, we have cultivated a high-performance culture paired with innovative systems and processes that delivers market leading residential architecture and interior design services. Our highly experienced, dynamic and nimble studio culture sets us apart—purposefully designed to respond intelligently to South-East Queensland's evolution where design quality has currency. We believe exceptional architecture strikes the perfect balance between beauty, efficiency and functionality.
Our team draws from experience with designing and delivering complex residential projects at scale with the craft, finesse and experiential qualities found within bespoke high quality interiors. We are passionate about the health and wellness of people and understand the value that well considered quality architecture and interior design can bring to enhancing quality of living.
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Betts+Partners was established by Director and Architect Duncan Betts to provide a genuine point of difference in the market where Director involvement and contact is integral to each project and client relationship. Duncan is supported by an exceptional team of highly experienced Architects.
Director + Architect Duncan Betts brings over 22 years of market leading residential architecture and interior design experience to each project. His career includes 5 years as Principal Architect / Partner at a highly regarded Tier 1 national design practice, where he co-led the Queensland studio of over 55 design professionals.
A selection of past clients Duncan has worked closely with to deliver highly successful realised projects include: Cbus Property, Aria Property, Mosaic Property, Arklife, Sekisui House Australia and TradersinPurple.
During the last 5 years as Principal Architect/ Partner, Duncan led the design and delivery of +$2 billion in project value that can be viewed throughout Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
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Value Comparison Tool
Compare the potential value impact of two architects across three key areas. Adjust the sliders below to model what different levels of improvement mean for your project.
01 — Project Inputs
$100,000,000
$55,000,000
03 — Architecture Fee Estimate + Value Comparison
This tool models the potential value impact of design and delivery improvements across three key areas. Adjust the assumptions for each architect to reflect your expectations and see how differences in performance affect overall project outcome.
Architect A
Architect A
Architecture Fee Estimate
Fee Estimate: $1,375,000 (2.50% of CC)
Gross Realisation Value Improvement
Design quality, floor plate efficiency and resident amenity influencing sale price.
Construction Efficiency Improvement
Structural integration, floor plate repetition and buildability reducing construction cost.
Design Efficiency Improvement
Program savings from faster DA outcomes, reduced rework and efficient documentation.
Architect B
Architect B
Architecture Fee Estimate
Fee Estimate: $1,375,000 (2.50% of CC)
Gross Realisation Value Improvement
Design quality, floor plate efficiency and resident amenity influencing sale price.
Construction Efficiency Improvement
Structural integration, floor plate repetition and buildability reducing construction cost.
Design Efficiency Improvement
Program savings from faster DA outcomes, reduced rework and efficient documentation.
04 — Value Created
Architect A
Architecture Fee Estimate: $1,375,000
Architect B
Architecture Fee Estimate: $1,375,000
05 — Developer Advantage
Value by Architect B
$2,100,000
3 areas of improvement
Value by Typical
$0
3 areas of improvement
Value Advantage
$2,100,000
Before fee consideration
Estimated Fee Differential
$0
Same fee entered
Estimated Net Project Performance Benefit
Additional estimated value created by choosing Architect B, after accounting for the fee difference.
$2,100,000
Adjust the inputs above to model your project scenario and see the difference a 1% improvement can make to your bottom line.
Disclaimer
This calculator is a high-level comparison tool only. All figures are estimates based on user-inputted assumptions and do not represent real project data or actual outcomes. The improvement percentages and resulting values are illustrative in nature and will vary depending on project type, scale, location and market conditions. This calculator does not constitute a fee proposal, financial advice or a guarantee of project performance. Betts+Partners accepts no liability for decisions made on the basis of this tool. For project-specific advice, please contact us directly.