PLANNING, DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT ACROSS LAND, CITIES AND COMMUNITIES

Strategic Planning and Urban Design

OUR PROJECTS
WHO WE ARE

Experts in planning, design,
development and project delivery

Holmes Dyer is a national consultancy that helps governments, developers and communities plan, design and deliver better cities, towns and neighbourhoods through strategic advice, urban planning, design and governance.

We work on some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects, guiding them from early ideas through planning, design and delivery. Want to learn more or have a project in mind? Let’s chat.

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Our Services

Shaping Better Places

Urban Design & Master Planning

Creating vibrant, functional urban spaces through innovative master planning strategies.

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Strategic and Structure Planning and Infrastructure Studies

Guiding sustainable growth with strategic planning and infrastructure-focused studies.

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Development Applications, Statutory and Policy Planning

Navigating approvals and compliance with expert statutory and policy planning advice.

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Code Amendments, Planning Scheme Amendments and Planning Proposal

Delivering targeted amendments to align planning frameworks with community needs.

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Social Planning, Recreation, Health and Governance

Enhancing liveability through inclusive social, recreational, and governance strategies.

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Research, Feasibility and Due Diligence

Providing evidence-based insights to support informed development and investment decisions.

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Community and Stakeholder Engagement

Building strong relationships through transparent, inclusive engagement processes.

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Environmental Planning

Protecting and enhancing natural environments through sustainable planning solutions.

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Study Tours

Offering immersive study tours showcasing exemplary planning and design projects.

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OUR PROJECTS

Land | Cities | Communities

Bella Vista Station Precinct

Norwest Master Scheme and Design Guidelines

Atherton Tablelands Retail Study

Atherton Tablelands Retail Study

Seaton Urban Renewal Framework

Bridgewater-Gagebrook Approach to Urban Design

OUR PEOPLE

Experts in Planning and Design

Stephen Holmes

Director

Nitsan Taylor

Associate Director

Steve Smith

Principal

Natasha Holmes

Senior Consultant

Bethany Hold

Senior Consultant

Sandy Wells

Administration

Our Milestones

Our Proud Moments

2024

Community & Precinct Planning Projects
Key roles in Rundle Mall, Payneham Library, Clovercrest Centre, Tailem Bend Motorsport Park, and more.
2023

Small-Lot Housing Strategy (SA, NSW, TAS)
Led housing diversity planning delivering 50–80 dwellings per hectare with sustainability principles.
2022

Seaton & Western Suburbs Renewal Framework (SA)
Urban renewal for Housing SA estates under ROSAS, boosting social housing and neighbourhood amenity.
2020

St Andrews Estate Master Plan (SA)
Development layout for 195 homes, prioritising solar access, open space and CPTED principles.
2019

Brompton Village Redevelopment (SA)
Mixed-use community plan including 1,300 dwellings, open space and stormwater integration.
2018

Wilton Junction New Town Planning (NSW)
Master plan for 50,000-person township with integrated housing, transport, and infrastructure.
2017

Bridgewater–Gagebrook Master Plan (TAS)
Lead urban renewal strategy for 7,500-resident precinct under Better Housing Futures Tasmania.
March 2016

Holmes Dyer was officially established
Established by Stephen Holmes and Helen Dyer.
OUR PARTNERS

Working Together to Create Better Places

TESTIMONIALS

What Our Clients Say

“From community engagement to final master plan, their approach was strategic and deeply considered. We felt supported every step of the way.”

Mark Eganberg

“From community engagement to final master plan, their approach was strategic and deeply considered. We felt supported every step of the way.”

Jennifer Hilbertson

“Exceptional understanding of planning policy and stakeholder priorities. Holmes Dyer are our go-to for urban design and structure planning.”

Lesley Grand

“Holmes Dyer’s professionalism and vision helped unlock the full potential of our site. We couldn’t have asked for a better partner.”

John Frick

CONTACT

Let’s Start Your Next Project

Now that you’ve seen what we do, let’s talk about how we can help. Whether you’re planning a major development or need strategic guidance, we’re ready to work with you to shape better outcomes.

PHONE

(08) 7231 1889

EMAIL

admin@holmesdyer.com.au

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