Every stage includes clear deliverables and approval points. So you know exactly what you're getting before anything is built.
Before any design begins, we assess what already exists on site. This ensures your design is based on real conditions, not assumptions.
With a clear understanding of your site, we design a layout around how your team actually works. This stage focuses on function, flow, and making the best use of your space.
We bring your design to life in 3D so you can see how the space will actually look and feel. This allows you to make confident decisions early, before changes become costly.
With the design finalised, we guide you through selecting finishes, materials, and furniture. Every choice is made with cost, durability, and long-term use in mind.
Before construction begins, we review your design against all relevant compliance requirements. This ensures everything is approved and ready, avoiding delays later in the process.
We turn your approved design into detailed documentation ready for construction. Everything is clearly defined, so there’s no confusion, no guesswork, and no gaps between design and build.
For the full journey from lease to handover, read the full fitout planning guide. Or start with a conversation about your space.
Book a design consultationDesign isn’t an added cost, it’s what controls your budget. Most cost overruns don’t happen during construction. They happen during design. When design decisions are made properly, your fixed-price quote holds without surprises .
Stemar's designers present finish options at multiple price points so you make informed trade-offs. A low-range to high-range swap across a 500sqm office is a significant line item either way.
More partitioned rooms means more walls, doors, circuits, and HVAC zones. Open plan cuts those costs but needs acoustic treatment. Your layout is a cost decision as much as a design one.
Moving a kitchen, bathroom, or server room drags plumbing, electrical, and data runs with it. Designs that work with existing service locations save thousands.
Designs that ignore council requirements get redesigned at your expense. Fire safety, accessibility, and ventilation built in from the start avoid that cycle entirely.
Businesses are upgrading workspace quality to attract talent and improve performance. You don’t need an A-grade building to achieve that. A well-designed fitout can transform a B-grade space into a high-performing workplace at a fraction of the cost.
For mid-sized businesses, this is a clear opportunity. Lower lease costs combined with a quality fitout means better space without overpaying.
Premium look without premium cost through smart finish selection.
Transforms how a space feels without structural changes.
Open spaces that stay functional without excess noise.
Ignoring council requirements during design leads to costly delays later. We build compliance into the design process, so approvals don’t slow your project down
Commercial fitouts in NSW follow two approval pathways. A Development Application (DA) is assessed by council and takes longer. A Complying Development Certificate (CDC) is assessed by a private certifier and moves faster. The right pathway depends on your scope, building classification, and location. Stemar identifies the correct pathway during design, not after documentation is complete.
Based in Wetherill Park, Stemar works regularly with Parramatta, Penrith, Liverpool, and Fairfield councils. Requirements are understood before design begins.
Fire compartmentation, egress, and sprinkler coverage can affect layout. These are addressed early to avoid redesign later.
Corridor widths, clearances, and accessible amenities are built into the layout from the start to meet requirements.
Tenancy changes can trigger parking and planning conditions. These are identified early to prevent delays during construction.
Your layout should reflect how your team works, not design trends. Stemar Group design around your operations, not the other way around.
Open plan layouts work well for collaborative teams and flexible workflows, with fewer walls reducing overall build costs. However, they rely heavily on proper acoustic treatment to prevent noise from affecting productivity. When designed correctly, they create an open, connected workspace that supports team interaction without compromising comfort .
Partitioned layouts suit businesses that require focused, private, or confidential work environments. While they involve higher construction costs due to additional walls, services, and separate zones, they provide better acoustic control and allow each area to function independently. This makes them ideal for teams handling sensitive work or frequent client interactions
Hybrid layouts combine open collaboration areas with quieter, more focused zones within the same space. This approach supports different work styles and is often the most practical solution for modern workplaces. By balancing cost, flexibility, and functionality, hybrid designs create a workspace that adapts to how teams actually operate day to day
Some spaces have underlying issues that design alone won’t fix.
Water damage, outdated services, or ageing infrastructure can turn a fitout into a temporary solution, not a long-term one.
In these cases, refurbishment is often the better option. We’ll tell you which path makes sense, before you commit to design.
