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MEET THE TEAM
Giuseppe Calabrese
Head Architect
Having 17 years’ experience both in Australia and Italy, as well as being an internationally acclaimed and award-winning designer, Giuseppe’s portfolio conveys in depth knowledge and a high industry standard. In all of his work Giuseppe aims to provide sustainable and lasting built environments with the legacy of quality design. His work bridges the gap between picturesque and practical and works with clients to create the best design outcome for their needs. Giuseppe is also an experienced violinist and teaches students to have a passion for music in his spare time.
Tracy Kriesel
Business Manager
Having a decade of experience in the property industry, including the Australian Property Institute, Tracy has a wealth of knowledge and love of all things property and design. She seamlessly provides the necessary support and leadership that helps the design team run like a well-oiled machine. Tracy always has the client’s best interests at the forefront of the project to help steer it where it needs to go.
Loren Fragar
Colour & Design
Having a love of good design and colour she is able to insightfully enhance the look and feel of the built environment, more specifically in the residential sphere. She holds a diploma in Colour & Design, specialising in Colour Consulting and continues to develop her design skills in various marketing and sales needs within the business.
Colin Fragar
Co-founder
Colin is a best selling author, a graduate lawyer with a degree in business, award winning entrepreneur and an experience property developer. He is passionate about helping people get to the next stage of their property dreams, especially when it comes to adding value to clients property through seamless designs streamlined for council approval.WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT US
DA for Vehicle Salvage and Wrecking Yard
The Council Approval Experts and their design team have been of great assistance, they have provided very timely and professional advice and responses. And their quality of work is outstanding.
DA for Demolition of the Existing Dwelling and a new Boarding House
A truly genuine design team. Easy to work with. You have the expertise and humbleness to tackle tough tasks with ease. Definitely recommended
Alterations and Additions to Existing Building
Thank you so much for all your hard work. My family and I are just so excited to see all the plans. I really don’t know how to express my sincere gratitude enough! I’m so impressed with it all and just love your idea for the kitchen layout upstairs. It’s funny how you envision things differently then see an alternate and wonder how you couldn’t see that way before.
Proposed subdivision with existing buildings
Thanks for sending those drawings through – it looks great. Appreciate the quality.
Proposed series of boarding houses
Thank you for your prompt and timely work. The design of these small boarding houses is very functional. I hope the market warms to them.
Proposed new residence with attached secondary dwelling
Thanks for the call yesterday Giuseppe. Just to reiterate the comments made to you in person. We were surprised by how well your first concept met our brief. It was not what either of us had imagined, but immediately felt comfortable to us. Very pleased.
Proposed change of use to mechanical workshop and repair
Very very happy with the plans – they look fantastic!
Proposed new residence and alteration to existing residence with subdivision
Giuseppe, the architect, needs to be commended for his approach, friendly attitude, the drawing design and the time frame for the design. I have already recommended Council Approval Design to others and will use them again for my next project.
Proposed dual occupancy with subdivision
The draft plans look great. Overall, we are really happy with the plans. Thank you.
Entertainment Village restaurant and markets
Great job mate. You have covered it very well.
Childcare
Giuseppe, I didn’t receive a picture, instead I received goose bumps – looks amazing! Loving your work!
Proposed dual occupancy with strata subdivision
Again, you have done well Giuseppe and team …Go for it and lodge with Council.
Proposed eco village
Thank you for this design which now reflects our combined input and is what we see as being a great end product
Proposed new residence and alteration to existing residence with subdivision
The entire process from start to finish with Council Approval Design has been clear and concise. Direct contact with the design team is crucial and we received constant communication, which can provide reassurance when necessary to someone not experienced in reading plans.
Alterations to existing apartment
Dear Giuseppe – thanks those plans are PERFECT!
