What we do.

At Willdesign we deliver architectural-quality residential design across Hobart and Southern Tasmania. Whether you’re planning a new custom home, a renovation, or need expert design advice, our award-winning building designers make the process clear, practical and beautifully crafted.

With 30+ years’ experience, a strong track record in local council approvals, and HIA recognition for residential building design, we combine creative design thinking with build-aware practicality — the best of an architectural studio without the unnecessary cost or ego.

Custom Home Design — Hobart & Southern Tasmania

From initial concept to council submission and working drawings, our Hobart building designers create custom homes that fit your lifestyle, your site and your budget. Every plan is bespoke — no cookie-cutter designs.

Full design service: site analysis → concept → energy rating → working drawings
Council-ready documentation for DA & building permits
Designed for Tasmanian climates, coastal conditions and sloping blocks

Ideal for clients in Hobart, Sandy Bay, Taroona, Kingston, Blackmans Bay, Margate, Huonville and surrounding areas. Not listed? Get in touch — we design across the entire state.

Renovation & Extension Design — Heritage & Modern

Thinking of renovating or extending? Our design service covers everything from small updates to major reworks and second-storey additions. We’re experienced with Hobart’s character homes, heritage overlays and challenging topography.

Ground floor reconfigurations and internal remodelling
Second storey additions and full house extensions
Heritage-sensitive upgrades and documentation for council approvals
Seamless indoor–outdoor transitions for Tasmanian living

If you’re searching for a renovation designer in Hobart or need extension plans in Southern Tasmania, we’ll create solutions that add value and liveability.

Swimming Pool Design — Integrated Residential Pools

We design residential pools that complement your home and landscape, and provide documentation ready for council approval.

Pool layout and location planning for best solar and wind exposure
Integration with new homes or existing properties
Building permit documentation and consultant coordination

Searching for a pool designer in Hobart or custom pool plans Tasmania? We can help.

Design Expertise, Builder-Ready Thinking

At Willdesign, we focus on smart, buildable design — created with real-world construction experience in mind.
With more than 30 years of practical knowledge through our building and construction practical experience we understand what makes a design work on site as well as on paper.

Our approach:

Collaborative thinking between designer and builder, without builder lock-in
Early cost and constructability feedback so designs stay realistic
Streamlined handover to the builder of your choice

If you want architectural-quality design grounded in hands-on build experience, our integrated yet flexible approach helps your project move smoothly from concept to construction. Why Choose Willdesign in Hobart?

Local knowledge — we understand Hobart and surrounding councils, slopes, soils and micro-climates
Award-winning designer (including HIA Tasmania Residential Building Designer)
GreenSmart Accredited — energy efficient, sustainable homes that cost less to run
Personal, professional service — clear pricing, practical advice, no rush
Architectural-quality outcomes without unnecessary cost or pretension

Where does Willdesign service?

We provide custom residential design services right across Greater Hobart — from the city and inner suburbs like Battery Point, Sandy Bay, West Hobart, North Hobart, South Hobart, through to the Northern suburbs including New Town, Moonah, Glenorchy and further south in Kingbourough, Kingston, Blackmans Bay, the Channel and Huonville down to Dover and the Far South.
On the Eastern Shore, we regularly work with clients on the including Bellerive, Howrah and Tranmere, extending further south and east to Midway Point, Sorell and Dodges Ferry.

We have even designed homes in and around Launceston, Perth, Bicheno, Scottsdale and Spreyton. We have done many jobs all over Tasmania. Give us a call and…

Let’s Design Something Great

Whether you're ready to start or just need guidance, we’re here to talk through what’s possible.