About Us

Lockhart Drafting and Design is a proud and locally owned Building Design business based in Toowoomba since 2016. In this time, Lockhart has built many working relationships with clients and builders around the area creating beautiful new and renovated homes. Lockhart continues to grow and spread to many areas, including Goondiwindi, Esk, Crows Nest, Pittsworth, Dalby and right across the Darling Downs, Southwest and South East Regions. Our Designers are experts in their fields and continue to learn and grow their knowledge in the building industry.

“We do what we do because we want to be able to help people with the ‘toolbox’ we have. We want to be a trusted guide in what is one of the greatest achievements in someone’s life, building their dream home. People deserve a home that is designed specifically and perfectly for them. Our vision is to become a boutique design business that will cater and improve home design for all our clients”.

Meet The Lockhart Team

Our tight-knit team is made up of experienced and passionate professionals, who are committed to providing quality work and delivering tailored solutions to each of our clients. Each of the team brings a unique set of abilities and knowledge to our studio.

Susannah (Suz) Schulz

Lockhart Design Founder & Building Designer

Jenna James

Building Designer

Hildy Bellert

Marketing & Administration

Christie Stafford

Client Services Coordinator

Testimonials

  • Working with Suz is an absolute pleasure....took patient steps to guide us through the design process... we are very happy with the outcome

    thumb David Valler
    April 6, 2022

    Suzi understood what our home design was about gave us good suggestions and tips to get to the final product. Even the little changes towards the end were easy . Thanks for your patience and understanding.

    thumb wayne waltisbuhl
    April 6, 2021

    The time we have spent with Lockhart Drafting and Design has been a great experience. Suz listen to our ideas, concerns and changes with regards to planning our house. Her friendly nature made meetings comfortable and productive. We are really pleased we choose Lockhart Drafting and Design and we would happily recommend them to any who are planning to build.

    thumb Charlie Uebergang
    April 6, 2021
  • Susannah was very responsive to our ideas, incorporating extra design elements that we had not imagined. The process of fine-tuning the plans was easy. The final design was extremely pleasing and made the build even more exciting to look forward to.

    thumb Jeff Nolan
    April 6, 2022

    We've worked with Lockhart for a number of years now and have always found Suz and her team to be professional, willing to listen and have plenty of great ideas.

    thumb westside timbers
    April 6, 2022

    Suz was fantastic to work with! We really appreciated how quickly she was able to finalise our design so that we could get our building contract finalised. Our home is being built at the moment and we're absolutely loving the layout and efficiency of our design.

    thumb Carlie Talbot
    April 6, 2021
  • Suz and her team at Lockhardt Drafting and Design, have been exceptional when assisting us at MaccaBuilt, with numerous building projects. While listening to your ideas, opinions and desired design outcomes, Suz will offer practical advice that will enhance the style of your new build or home extension/renovation. She has a very genuine and approachable manner that will instantly put you at ease when discussing the features of your home. Offering quality service at a reasonable price, the MaccaBuilt team highly recommends Lockhardt Drafting and Design to anyone requiring design advice or drafting services. Thank you Suz and team for the drafting services u have provided for us so far!

    thumb MaccaBuilt
    April 6, 2021

    Lockhart Design where able to take our broad ideas and translate them into specific plans which captured our vision. From the initial meeting through to the final version Jenna was always helpful with regards to possible changes, suggestions of different layouts and sizing. The completion of designs was always timely and reflected the changes made from previous versions. Meetings were efficient and focused but always mindful of getting it right for the customer. We would be very happy to utilise their des services again.

    thumb Grahame Butler
    March 23, 2023

    We are so glad we chose Lockhart Design to help us achieve the perfect home design for our family. Jenna was professional and very easy to communicate with. We love our plans and cannot wait to see our home come together.

    thumb Jessica Jolly
    March 16, 2023
  • Suz and the team at Lockhart, helped us design our extension in Newtown. we gave them our ideas and a rough sketch, they then came to sight and made suggestions which would help the building process and a better layout for our house. We highly recommend Lockhart designs and their team. Thankyou

    thumb Will Matchett
    April 6, 2021

    I had a wonderful experience with Susannah, always listening to our needs and adapted change quickly. I would highly recommend Susannah and Lockhart Drafting and Design to anyone who is looking to renovate or build a new home.

    thumb Christina Hickmott
    April 6, 2022

    Lockhard Drafting & Design did an excellent job with our recent project. Matt - designer - was approachable and committed to getting a great outcome for us. Quick replies to emails and easy reach via phone was much appreciated and helped the project run to time.

    thumb Callum Edwards
    April 6, 2022

Our Process

Your Ideas made real

Idea

Whether you want to extend, renovate or build a new home, our expert team are able to help you navigate the design process.

You know what you like and we design your project in collaboration with you.

Consultation Process

Consultation

We develop your ideas, define your specific project, create and refine your design brief.

As building designers, we create individual and unique concepts incorporating your requirements and specifications in a style that is all about you.

Lockhart Design Process

Design

With a detailed design brief your concept plans are produced (floor plans, basic site plan, elevations and 3D perspectives) and you have the opportunity to amend your design before moving forward to certification.

Our design team offer professional advice to ensure great design outcomes, aesthetics and functionality, all with your budget in mind.

Lockhart Planning

Certification

Working drawings are completed and are suitable for council submission, certification and approval.

We can handle all preconstruction documentation required to bring your project to life. You will be involved every step of the way for a stress free and streamlined project.

Finished Home

Completion

Your plans have been approved! Now you have the chance to see your dreams become reality. Our team can recommend quality local builders who are best suited for your project.

However we don’t stop there, we are also happy to offer direction and advice throughout your build process.

"Specialists in New Homes, Renovations & Extensions"