Business Details
Expert Building Design Solutions in Beaumaris
JMK Design is a boutique building design practice founded on the principle of transforming client aspirations into tangible architectural solutions. With over 30 years of industry experience, our principal John Karavasil leads a team that delivers comprehensive design, planning, and documentation services across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. We specialise in creating tailored design briefs, conducting site analyses, and producing detailed construction documentation while maintaining statutory compliance. Our expertise extends to energy efficiency assessments, thermal performance ratings, and VCAT appeals coordination, ensuring clients receive end-to-end project support. As a registered building practitioner with dual accreditations in architectural design and domestic building, we combine technical precision with creative vision.Our services are enhanced by memberships in the Building Designers Association of Victoria and Housing Industry Association, alongside our accreditation as thermal performance assessors. We prioritise client needs through transparent communication and meticulous attention to detail, offering project management support throughout construction phases. Our portfolio demonstrates versatility across high-end residential projects, childcare facilities, medical centres, and industrial developments. By integrating innovative design solutions with practical construction requirements, we deliver spaces that balance functionality, aesthetics, and regulatory standards. This commitment to excellence positions us as trusted partners in transforming conceptual ideas into built realities.
Services
Building Design
Town Planning
Energy Rating
Construction Documentation
Project Management
Thermal Assessments
VCAT Appeals
Site Analysis
3D Presentations
Statutory Approvals
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of building design experience across diverse project types.
- Our dual building practitioner accreditations ensure comprehensive technical expertise.
- We provide integrated energy rating assessments for 6-star BCA compliance.
- Our VCAT appeals coordination supports clients through complex approval processes.
- We maintain active industry memberships for ongoing professional development.
Associations and certifications
- Building Designers Association of Victoria
- Housing Industry Association
- Accredited Thermal Performance Assessor
- Building Commission - Building Design - Architectural DP-AD 1562
- Building Commission - Domestic Builder - Unlimited DB-U 4540
Services
Building Design
Our building design service creates customised architectural solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. We develop detailed 3D presentations and construction documentation while ensuring compliance with building regulations. Our designs prioritise functionality, aesthetics, and energy efficiency across high-end homes, multi-residential developments, and commercial facilities.
Town Planning
We prepare comprehensive town planning proposals and coordinate statutory approvals for diverse developments. Our service includes site analysis, plan documentation, and VCAT appeals coordination. We work with local authorities to ensure compliance while maximising development potential for residential, childcare, and medical centre projects.
Energy Rating
Our accredited thermal performance assessments ensure 6-star BCA compliance for residential developments. We use FirstRate5 software to produce energy compliance reports and provide cost-effective solutions for achieving required efficiency standards. This service supports builders, architects, and homeowners through the approval process.
Project Management
We offer ongoing project management during construction phases, maintaining design integrity while addressing practical challenges. Our support includes statutory authority consultations and coordination of specialist consultants to ensure projects meet original specifications and regulatory requirements.
Statutory Approvals
Our statutory approvals service handles documentation submission and coordination with building authorities. We prepare Section J compliance reports and deemed-to-satisfy energy assessments to streamline council approvals for new constructions and renovations across residential and commercial sectors.
People
John Karavasil
Principal
With over 30 years in the building industry, John Karavasil leads JMK Design as a registered building practitioner. His expertise spans architectural design, construction documentation, and energy efficiency compliance. He ensures all projects maintain technical precision while meeting client expectations.
Questions
What building design services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive building design services including 3D presentations, construction documentation, and statutory approvals for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
Are you accredited for energy efficiency assessments?
Yes, we are accredited thermal performance assessors who prepare 6-star BCA compliance reports using FirstRate5 software for residential and commercial developments.
Do you handle town planning applications?
We prepare and lodge town planning applications, including supporting documentation and VCAT appeals coordination for residential, childcare, and medical centre developments.
What areas do you service?
Based in Beaumaris, we service residential, commercial, and industrial projects across Victoria, specialising in high-end homes, multi-residential developments, and commercial facilities.
Can you assist with building permits?
We prepare and submit building permit applications, including Section J compliance reports and deemed-to-satisfy energy assessments required for council approvals.
What accreditations do you hold?
We are members of the Building Designers Association of Victoria and Housing Industry Association, with dual building practitioner accreditations for architectural design and domestic building.
