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amazing work, delivered on time

Need a one bedroom apartment floor planning

$15

Jonah was easy to work with and did a great job, Highly recommend

Draftsman required for technical bathroom drawings

$1,200

Good communication,

Restaurant floor plan to apply food registration

$10

I appreciate the prompt and fast responsiveness

Help me draw a floor plan for a 2 story building

$300

Saim did a great job, made all tbe amendments requested, and was flexible with time which I needed due to council not responding.

Drafting deck and pergola

$250

Definitely would recommend to everyone.

Draftsman floor plan

$300

What's the average cost of a draftsman in Melbourne

$130 - $1,425

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What do draftsman services include?

A draughtsperson plays an important role in building the space or furniture that you want. A drafter is responsible for making detailed technical drawings or plans for commercial buildings, infrastructure, sections, and even furniture or machinery. 

Part of the job includes gathering specifications of the property or the item’s size then calculating the necessary material and equipment for the project. Afterwards, they draw the technical plan or use computer-aided design software to lay it out. Having a draftsman helps you prepare for all the needed construction. An industrial draftsman can have different specialisations, including:

Architectural drafting

Architectural drafting is still a vast area altogether, with a draftsman working on residential and commercial properties. They can help maximise the space and ensure that the design follows your needs before building and construction. This is ultimately an excellent investment for any property owner because it helps avoid costly re-dos of the desired style. If your budget is tight, you can look for a part-time draftsman for your home project.

Furniture drafting

A furniture drafter works with designers and makers to help layout how to build a piece of furniture. They can help turn a creative design into an actual chair or table by providing the list of materials needed and specifying the sizes for each. Most furniture brands hire a full-time draftsman to help them mass-produce items or ensure that higher-end products are put together correctly the first time. Furniture drafters also work closely with interior designers when customising pieces.

Machine drafting

Machine drafting is complicated and expensive. Drafters who specialise in working with machinery are highly paid because of their knowledge and attention to detail. The drawings are used in identifying the components and assembly working from smaller parts to the final machine. Some drafters work with electrical and electronics as well.

Structural drafting

Structural drafting can be easily confused with architectural drafting. It refers to drawing the design for steel buildings, bridges, dams, towers and other similar structures. The patterns can also be used for particular parts of a home or office, such as downspouts, water tanks, air conditioning ducts and chimneys. These mostly use iron, copper or steel aluminium as the primary material. Take note that drafters who can create 3D models may charge more.

Recent Draftsman tasks in Melbourne

Need a detail floor plan with dimensions of a studio apartment

$200

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

21st Jul 2026

I need measurements of the apartment so I can map out furniture and some minor work It’s a one bedroom approx 33sqm

Drafting of architectural plans for a very minor extension of my house

$2,000

Ripponlea VIC 3185, Australia

26th Jun 2026

Scope of Works The project scope is to build a new timber wall 7m long with 1m return to the house. Small infill floor & roof to suit. See marked up area in blue in attachment Structural modifications to support existing & new roof Requirements You MUST be a Building Designer or Architect licensed to prepare drawings for issue of a building permit in Victoria You must be local to Melbourne and include a site meeting to inspect, measure and to advise on non-compliance with the regs being the length of building on the boundary Deliverables Site plan, elevations, floor plan, roof plan, RCP, sections, lighting & electrical plan Shadow plans (4 No. total) for both existing and proposed conditions at both the winter solstice & spring equinox Issue IFC drawings on close out of RBS checklist Recommend a local engineer for structural design and RBS for building permit Prepare a letter justifying the design and how it satisfies the MG-12 Minister's Decision Guidelines for Report & Consent Notes Go straight to Design Development stage ready for RBS review - no schematic drawings for planning permit needed You can use my existing architectural CADS or create your own from scratch My existing drawings show the neighbouring building and windows I have the original features and level survey also showing the neighbouring building and windows Drawings to be marked up, notated and coloured to show the area of non-compliance with the regs. Nominate number of revisions included in your quote

Restaurant floor plan to apply food registration

$10

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

25th May 2026

We would like to obtain floor plans to apply food registration.

Good communication,

Draftsman floor plan

$300

Brunswick VIC, Australia

15th Apr 2026

I need a floor plan drawn up for a mechanical workshop in Brunswick

Definitely would recommend to everyone.

Draftsman required for technical bathroom drawings

$1,200

South Yarra VIC, Australia

13th Apr 2026

We have 3 ensuite bathrooms that require technical drawings for the builder. You will need to do a site visit in South Yarra and then prepare the drawings

Jonah was easy to work with and did a great job, Highly recommend

Drafting deck and pergola

$250

Ascot Vale VIC 3032, Australia

9th Apr 2026

Hello looking for someone who knows how to do elevations and a site plan for my deck and pergola. The architectural plan should include site plans and analysis and this should cover the existing building area, newly constructed verandah area, total building area and total lot area. Site plans should also include sides and rear setbacks. Elevation plans should detail deck and verandah including heights as well as step dimensions. Thanks

Saim did a great job, made all tbe amendments requested, and was flexible with time which I needed due to council not responding.

Drafting for backyard carport (3m x 6m) – Yarra Council compliance

$450

Collingwood VIC, Australia

1st Apr 2026

I am installing a 3m x 6m carport structure (already purchased/decommissioned) in the backyard of a property in Yarra. The property does sit in a Heritage Overlay zone, but speaking to Yarra Council this shouldn’t affect that too much. I need a draftsperson to produce clear, compliant drawings for council and building approval. ⸻ Scope of Work: Site plan showing: • Carport footprint and positioning • Property boundaries • Setbacks Basic elevations of the structure Layout aligned with: • ResCode (setbacks, site coverage, etc.) • Any typical Yarra planning constraints Drawings suitable for: • Planning permit submission • Building permit application Project Intent: • This is a simple, cost-conscious project • The structure is already designed (not custom architecture) Goal is to: • Ensure compliance • Avoid redesign or council rejection • Keep drafting efficient and minimal Additional Notes: • Backyard installation (not front-facing) Can provide: • Measurements • Photos of structure • Site dimensions

Drafting plans for Council

$2,500

Toorak VIC, Australia

23rd Feb 2026

Draft plans for a roof deck/garden and dealing with Council

Architectural/ Floorplan Drafter to Optimize 3-Bedroom Floor Plan

$10

Brunswick East VIC, Australia

15th Feb 2026

​Task Description: I am looking for a skilled architectural drafter or floor plan designer to modify an existing residential floor plan. The goal is to maximize efficiency, minimize wasted circulation space (hallways). ​Key Requirements: ​Layout: Increase the number of bedrooms, I'm planning to rent out the rooms (maintain at least ~9m², preferably layout sufficient for a queen, desk and standalone). ​Bathrooms: Provide 2 bathrooms (both with shower and toilet). The shared bathroom must have double sinks. ​Structural: Keep all existing exterior walls and entrance door locations exactly as they are. ​Plumbing Efficiency: Keep bathrooms as close to their original location as possible to minimize costs. ​Living/Dining: Create a combined open-plan space that remains accessible from all external doors. ​Privacy Feature: Extend the Master Bedroom wall slightly to create a "foyer" effect, preventing a direct line of sight from the front door into the main living area. - pls see my suggested images. ​Access: Every bedroom must have direct access to the living area without walking through another room. ​Compliance: Every room must have an external window. Happy to remove internal walls, minimal removal is preferred. Future development plans I would like to add another shared bathroom in the future to keep within the ratio of 2-3 bedrooms per bathroom. For plumbing Efficiency, where would you potentially add another in the future?

Need a one bedroom apartment floor planning

$15

Toorak VIC, Australia

5th Nov 2025

Need a one bedroom apartment floor planning we have some additional work as well, not looking for someone remote looking for someone who can meet. prefer call for further discussion

amazing work, delivered on time

Help me draw a floor plan for a 2 story building

$300

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

13th Jul 2025

Help me draw a floor plan for a two story commercial building (5-6 bedrooms). I need measurements for the walls and rooms and toilets / bathrooms etc Thanks.

I appreciate the prompt and fast responsiveness

Looking for a Hair Salon Interior Floor Plan Designer (2D/3D)

$1,000

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

2nd Jun 2025

Hi there, I’m currently preparing to open a new hair salon in Melbourne CBD and I’m looking for a designer who can help me create a professional floor plan layout for the space. The salon is approx. 134 square meters, and I’d love to work with someone who understands functionality and flow in a beauty service space. I’m looking for a 2D layout and a simple 3D visualization, ideally including lighting and electrical fixture placement. The layout should include: • 3 shampoo stations • 1 nail room • 1 eyelash room • Hair styling area • Reception and lounge I have a basic layout in mind and can provide rough sketches or reference images. If you’ve done similar salon or commercial fitout projects before, I’d love to see your portfolio. My budget is around $900 to $1,200 depending on the scope of work. If possible, I’d also love to include 1–2 high-quality 3D renderings as part of the final presentation. Let me know your availability, timeline, and how you typically work. Thanks!

Floorplan drawing/Drafting service

$300

Essendon VIC, Australia

4th Jan 2025

Task Title: Create an Accurate Floor Plan and Provide Space Optimization Advice Description: I’m looking for a skilled person to visit my home and: 1. Create an accurate and detailed floor plan of my house using a tool like AutoCAD or similar software. 2. Provide expert advice on how to make minimal but effective changes to the floor plan to better utilize the space in the house. Details: • The house is located in Essendon and has four bedrooms, a modern kitchen, dining room, open-plan lounge, family bathroom, laundry, two toilets, and accommodation for four cars. • I’m particularly interested in improvements that enhance functionality without requiring major renovations. Requirements: • Experience with drafting tools like AutoCAD. • Knowledge of space planning and interior layout design. • Ability to visit my home to take accurate measurements and discuss options. Budget: Open to quotes based on experience and expertise. If you have the skills and vision for this task, please reach out!