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Data informs our decisions, creativity drives our ideas, and our expert team brings it all to life.

 

 

We believe in the power of planning and design to drive positive change

Our team shares a common purpose: to shape and enable exceptional places of enduring prosperity.

We genuinely care about our clients, communities and the outcomes we deliver. And it shows in our approach—pragmatic, responsive, and grounded in both creativity and technical excellence. We bring together design thinking, strategic insight and policy expertise to help clients unlock opportunity, navigate complexity, and deliver places that make a lasting impact.

 

 

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Urban Design

We provide:

  • Vision and Concept Plans
  • Precinct Plans
  • Master Plans
  • Subdivision Design
  • Local Development Plans
  • Design Guidelines
  • Street Design / Healthy Streets Assessments
  • 3D Modelling and Scenario Testing
  • Placemaking and Public Realm Design
  • Stakeholder and Community Engagement

 

 

Bringing vision to life through place-based creativity and thoughtful, people-first design.

Our urban designers are recognised industry leaders—valued for their creativity, rigour and ability to translate complex challenges into inspiring, practical outcomes.

We bring vision to life through design that’s both imaginative and implementable. From concept and vision plans to subdivisions and design guidelines, our work balances creativity with technical depth. Using the latest tools for drafting, scenario testing, 3D visualisation and modelling, we provide clients and stakeholders with clear, compelling design solutions that are grounded in evidence and deliverability.

Our designs don’t just look good on paper—they work in practice. We weave together context, character and purpose to create vibrant streetscapes, public realms and precincts that people connect with. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do—working with government, developers, consultants and communities to deliver places that are bold, grounded and built to endure.

 

 

The Visioning and Design Workshops for the Great Eastern Highway Corridor Plan was a great success.

City of Belmont

Heartwood Bentley

Future Cities & Regions

We provide:

  • Regional and Precinct Frameworks
  • Strategic Planning Strategies
  • Precinct Plans
  • Improvement Plans
  • Feasibility and Opportunity Analysis
  • Community Engagement
  • Stakeholder Workshop Facilitation

 

 

Shaping sustainable, adaptable places through bold design, data-driven insight and practical planning.

As cities and regions grow, the decisions we make today shape how people will live, work and connect tomorrow. Great places don’t happen by chance—they’re shaped through clear vision, creative thinking and practical, people-focused planning.

We work with government, developers and consultant teams to guide growth that’s integrated, resilient and future-ready. From regional frameworks and local strategies to precinct masterplanning, we combine design expertise with data-driven insight and policy understanding to deliver strategic plans that stand the test of time.

Our planning gives communities and government a future-ready roadmap—not just a plan on paper. We think ahead, about infrastructure, land use, community value and deliverability, so our strategies lead to real results.

Partnering with TBB means planning with confidence, and shaping places that have a positive impact today and into the future.

 

 

TBB share our passion to innovate in delivering high quality project outcomes.

DevelopmentWA

Planning Approvals & Strategy

We provide:

  • Due Diligence (Planning Investigations)
  • Approvals Strategy
  • Development Applications
  • Subdivision Applications
  • R-Code Assessments
  • Development Contribution Plans
  • Appeals, Mediation and Expert Witness
  • Community and Stakeholder Consultation

 

 

Navigating complex planning processes to unlock potential, reduce risk and deliver great outcomes.

Every site is different. Every approval pathway is unique. We help clients cut through complexity and move forward with confidence—bringing the right mix of strategic thinking, practical advice and deep planning knowledge.

From housing and industrial estates to major infrastructure and energy transition projects, we guide projects through all stages of the planning approval process. We understand the processes, policies and people that shape approvals—and how to manage risk, anticipate challenges and align projects with both policy intent and client goals.

We go beyond to achieve results. We engage early, identify opportunities and constraints, and help shape the story of the project so that it resonates with decision-makers and the community. Whether we’re undertaking an early planning assessment and recommending an approvals pathway, preparing development applications, or negotiating outcomes, our focus is on unlocking potential at every stage.

Clients trust us for clear advice, regulatory expertise and a practical approach that drives approvals and outcomes. With TBB, your project is backed by a team that understands your ambition and brings the relationships and rigour to deliver.

 

TBB has been a trusted long-term partner, navigating complex planning and political environments with technical expertise, proactive solutions and strong stakeholder engagement to keep our project moving forward

North Fremantle Joint Venture

Policy & Planning Advisory

We provide:

  • Policy Reform Guidance
  • Planning Scheme Reviews and Amendments
  • Policy Preparation and Policy Review
  • Research and Analysis
  • Local Planning Strategies
  • Development Contribution Plan
  • Advocacy and Strategic Advice
  • Expert Witness for town planning evidence
  • Community and Stakeholder Consultation

 

 

Guiding the frameworks and policies that shape great places through strategy, expertise and collaboration.

Planning systems are constantly evolving, and with them, the risks and opportunities for those navigating the process. Our team helps clients understand, respond to and influence the frameworks that shape cities and communities.

We work with both public and private sector clients to provide strategic advice, policy interpretation and practical support. From planning scheme reviews and strategy development to advice on reform, we help create frameworks that reflect local identity, community needs and future growth. Our work is grounded in research and guided by lived experience, ensuring practical, implementable outcomes.

For our private sector clients, we provide strategic advocacy and advice, helping projects stay on track through early insights, smart positioning and well-crafted arguments that align with policy and reduce delays.

What sets us apart is our ability to bridge policy and implementation. We bring together technical insight, planning experience and strong communication to help clients make clear, informed decisions that add long-term value to their projects and communities.

 

 

Your dedication and commitment to facilitating meaningful dialogue between various stakeholders are commendable and vital to the success of our shared vision.

Meet our experts

Ben DeMarchi

Ben DeMarchi

Director - Design
Cassie Barrow

Cassie Barrow

Senior Associate
Elyse Saraceni

Elyse Saraceni

Principal
Eoghan McElwee

Eoghan McElwee

Senior Consultant
Eric Denholm

Eric Denholm

Associate Director
James McCallum

James McCallum

Associate
Jarrod Ross

Jarrod Ross

Associate Director
Jesse Dunbar

Jesse Dunbar

Senior Associate
Julie-Anne Fitzgerald

Julie-Anne Fitzgerald

Senior Associate
Lex Barnett

Lex Barnett

Practice Fellow
Katherine Shirley

Katherine Shirley

Senior Associate
Luka Martins

Luka Martins

Senior Consultant
Mark Bancroft

Mark Bancroft

Associate Director
Melanie Cox

Melanie Cox

Senior Consultant
Michael Willcock

Michael Willcock

Senior Associate
Rachel Chapman

Rachel Chapman

Director - Planning
Samantha Thompson

Samantha Thompson

Managing Director
Trent Will

Trent Will

Associate Director
Claire Boland

Claire Boland

Senior Associate
Farida Farrag

Farida Farrag

Associate

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Our urban design and planning expertise unlocks opportunities and shapes places that have a positive impact today and into the future.

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