Michael Fogarty Building Design

We were recommended to use Michael and the team at MF Building Design from friends who had used their services before, and could not have been happier with the experience that Michael and his team provided. We used MF Building Design to design a significant extension to our heritage listed Bungalow. The process was simple, communication was excellent from the get-go with a clearly explained process broken down into the various stages and it made the whole experience very enjoyable. Michael was able to listen to our ideas and needs, and create a design that incorporated everything and was surprisingly easy to get through Council approval - even with numerous minor tweaks from our changing minds along the way! Michael was able to provide guidance throughout the process, including names of builders who he had experience with, but was also very open to leaving decisions with us. Highlighting the quality of his work and detail throughout the process, was the excellent feedback we received from the three different building companies that we had quote the project, based on the design package put together by MF Building Designs. All were highly impressed by the quality of the design, and the attention to detail provided. To top it all off, the final build price was approximately in-line with our initial target budget discussed with Michael, even in the current variable climate. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Michael and the team at MF Building Design!

We have used the team at MF DB twice in the last two years and plan to continue using them all on future projects. Working in the trade, I first saw their plans on sites we were working on and noticed the level of detail and information captured. This lead us to contact the team when we needed to design our first build. We found the process super simple and well explained, I underestimated how many council/planning regs are required to be met and felt comfort in MF DB being across it. We have engaged the team to design entry level and higher end builds and are very happy with the outcome on both. Lots of builders offer a design, price and construct model and we have found this ties you to this builder for the entire project, by approaching a building design team at the start, the plans are 100% yours and you are in control of the process and have the ability to have the project priced apples for apples by various builders. We believe owning the plans and having the ability to have various builders price from the one set of detailed plans provides the best value for the project. We highly recommend the team.

We engaged Michael and his team to provide a design for our home renovation. Over the past 12 months Michael and Lochie have been excellent at communication through the various stages and made council planning approval a breeze. Their attention to detail and understanding our needs have also been excellent. I would highly recommend working with MF Design.

I can't recommend Michael Fogarty Building Design highly enough. I went with a different designer to begin with (prior to knowing or reading about MF Building Design) and outlaid for an initial design but wasn't happy for a range of reasons. I forfeited the money and design and then spent considerable time searching and speaking to a range of designers and architects to make sure we would make the right choice to ensure we ended up with the best overall finish. Right from the first interaction with Michael when he invited us to his studio to show us how he works through the process with clients I knew we had found the right person/ company. He sketched a series of floorplan designs, worked back and forth with us to modify and then with one of his designers who was just as amazing (Brad) and moved into 3D elevations where again we worked through a range of options. His team guide you through and make working with council and other certification processes easy and straightforward. They have also made it incredibly easy to link in with others who are also supporting us with our project (interior designer/ landscape designer) who have also commented on the quality of MF Building Designs work. His honesty, responsiveness and genuine desire to make sure you end up with the design you are looking for is second to none. I have so far recommended two people who have both also gone with MF Building Design and are just as happy. Thank you MF Building Design!!!!

Michael was recommended to me for his quality work, great communication and dedication to his projects. Approval has been granted for my extension and renovation and I can say that the above is true. The team had quite a challenge with my project, extending (upwards and outwards) and renovating a 140 year old single fronted cottage, whilst working with strict building codes. Michael is incredibly knowledgeable and professional. He clearly outlined the process, listened carefully to my needs and delivered concepts aligned with my briefs. Michael provided appropriate recommendations where required, but equally understood my "non-negotiables" when it came to design. A perfect balance! The quality of the MFBD team's documentation throughout the process is above standard and I think the pricing is set appropriately for the service that is provided. I look forward to continuing to work with Michael and his team as the building works are carried out. I would recommend MFBD to those looking to partner with a professional who will deliver a high quality design service.

Michael and his team have been a pleasure to work with. Always comes back to us in a tmiely manner and listens to all of our ideas and tries to bring them to life. Would recommend Michael for your house design.

I couldn’t be more happier! I had a complex build which Michael and team assisted with. They had explained everything in detail and no question was ever silly. They are truly professionals and experts in their field and sound knowledge with council requirements. Highly Recommended!

Couldn’t recommend enough! We sent michael some very rough ideas of what we were looking for, and what we got in return is the plans for our dream home. Michael provided great insight into how to best set up the plans to ensure a smooth flow and how it would be best suited to our family. He really kept our needs front of mind. Michael was easily contactable throughout the whole process and always responded quickly. Making our 100th small change wasn’t too much trouble for Michael and his team. Michael’s great building knowledge made communicating ideas easy as he has a high level of understand of the industry and key concepts. We can’t wait to see our plans become our dream home.

Easiest architect I have ever worked with in 15 years of construction! Great concepts, insights and design ideas! Took my sketch idea and made it reality and improved on it

My wife and I engaged MFB for the design associated with our modest extension in Seacliff and have been absolutely wrapped with the quality, attention to detail, overall process and professionalism of Michael and his team throughout. What impressed us most was his ability to bring our vision to life over a conversation with sketch work done immediately in front of us whilst talking through the key aspects of function and form. The final package was thoroughly detailed and he worked with us thoughout to meet our timeframe, budget and overall high expectations. I would challenge anyone to find better value for such a high quality outcome which in my opinion would rival if not exceed many high end full service architecture offerings at triple the price. Highly, highly recommend.

My husband and I loved working with Michael Fogarty to design our new home. Every request was taken into consideration and the results were always explain back in detail. Michael worked through many different design ideas with us, so we could choose what suited our vision and lifestyle best. Was easy to contact the team when we had questions. Would highly recommend this company.

Michael has been professional, realistic and extremely helpful in designing a duplex project for my partners and I. We started conversations with a tight timeframe and open mind to ideas which Michael has been excellent with honing in on wants and needs within the design and sticking to a timeline to help us get approvals and full consultant documentation in the required time, would definitely recommend!