Architects Sydney — All Areas We Serve
giantA serves all of Greater Sydney — from Parramatta CBD to the Eastern beaches, North Shore, Hills District and South West growth corridors.
Contact UsWhere we work across Sydney
| Region | Key suburbs | Common project types |
|---|---|---|
| Parramatta & Western Sydney | Parramatta CBD, Westmead, Merrylands, Guildford, Granville | Duplexes, townhouses, granny flats, commercial fit-outs |
| Inner West | Burwood, Ashfield, Strathfield, Marrickville, Leichhardt | Heritage renovations, extensions, knockdown rebuilds |
| North Shore | Chatswood, Hornsby, Ku-ring-gai, Lane Cove | New dwellings, second-storey additions, townhouse developments |
| Hills District | Castle Hill, Baulkham Hills, Rouse Hill | Duplexes, dual occupancy, secondary dwellings |
| Eastern Suburbs | Bondi, Randwick, Coogee, Maroubra | Knockdown rebuilds, coastal renovations |
| South West growth | Campbelltown, Camden, Oran Park, Leppington | New dwellings, dual occupancy, townhouse projects |
| Sydney CBD & Inner City | Sydney, Surry Hills, Redfern, Glebe | Commercial fit-outs, mixed-use, heritage alterations |
How we work across multiple LEPs and DCPs
Every Sydney council has its own Local Environmental Plan (LEP) and Development Control Plan (DCP). Key variations we navigate daily:
- Height limits (typically 8.5–9.5 m but varies by precinct)
- Floor space ratios (drives lot-to-dwelling yield)
- Minimum lot sizes for dual occupancy (400–600 m² council-dependent)
- Heritage conservation areas (Inner West, parts of North Shore, Eastern Suburbs)
- Setbacks, site coverage and landscaping percentages
We maintain working knowledge of all major Sydney LEPs and DCPs and check the controls specific to your site before quoting.
Our Sydney footprint
- Primary office: Level 49, 8 Parramatta Square, Parramatta NSW 2150
- Secondary offices: Kingswood and Merrylands (Western Sydney)
- Site visits: across Greater Sydney — scheduled in regional batches for efficiency
- Video consultations: free initial consult regardless of location
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Sydney suburbs does giantA serve?
giantA serves all of Greater Sydney: Parramatta CBD, Western Sydney (Blacktown, Penrith, Liverpool, Fairfield), Inner West (Burwood, Ashfield, Strathfield), North Shore (Chatswood, Hornsby, Ku-ring-gai), Eastern Suburbs (Bondi, Randwick, Coogee), Hills District (Castle Hill, Baulkham Hills), South West (Campbelltown, Camden), and CBD. Our primary offices are in Parramatta Square and Kingswood.
Do you charge more for projects outside Western Sydney?
No — our architectural fees are consistent across Greater Sydney. However, travel time for on-site meetings beyond 30 km from Parramatta may be charged at cost. Initial video consultations are always free regardless of location.
Can you handle DA approvals for any Sydney council?
Yes — we lodge DAs and CDCs to all Sydney local councils including Inner West, North Sydney, Bayside, Sutherland, Blacktown, Hills District and many others. Each council has its own LEP and DCP; we have experience with controls across all major growth areas.
Which area is fastest for DA approvals in Sydney?
Timelines vary by council volume and complexity, not just location. Generally, outer growth area councils (Blacktown, Camden, Campbelltown) process DAs faster than inner-city councils due to lower application volume. CDC pathways avoid council assessment entirely when eligible.
Do you do site visits outside your office locations?
Yes — we conduct site visits across Greater Sydney. Visits outside a 30 km radius of Parramatta CBD are scheduled in batches to manage travel time efficiently. Initial feasibility can sometimes be done via desktop analysis for straightforward sites.
Ready to discuss your project?
Talk to our team about your site, timeline and approval pathway. We respond within one business day.
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