Three Stems Design

Three Stems Design is an award winning, QBCC licensed residential building designer in Brisbane, specialising in thoughtful home designs that create spaces for ordinary people to do extraordinary things. Based in Moorooka and servicing the Brisbane and Ipswich metropolitan areas, building designer Stella Franks brings nearly 20 years of industry experience to every project.

Whether you're planning to extend your current home, renovate your Queenslander, or design a completely new build, Three Stems Design offers comprehensive house design and planning solutions that balance functionality with aesthetics. Stella's particular expertise lies in Queenslander renovations, where she excels at preserving traditional character while incorporating modern family living requirements.

As a small local business, Three Stems provides personalised attention throughout every project. Stella works one-on-one with clients to understand their vision and lifestyle needs, translating these into detailed building plans ready for council approval. Her services include:
Custom home extensions that maximize living space
Queenslander renovations that preserve character while adding modern convenience

• home extensions and renovations
• raise and build under designs
• new home designs
• kitchen, bathroom, and laundry renovations
• deck and verandah extensions, and
• granny flat designs across Brisbane and Ipswich.

Three Stems stands out for its transparent, inclusive package pricing (available on the website) and streamlined pre-site process. Stella handles all external consultant coordination, removing the typical headaches associated with renovation and building projects. Her award-winning designs have been featured in Grand Designs Australia and Custom Homes Magazine, demonstrating her ability to create outstanding residential spaces.

Three Stems specialises in bringing your dream home to life through:

• Raise and build under projects that double floor space without sacrificing yard area
• New home designs that perfectly suit Brisbane's climate and lifestyle
• Kitchen, bathroom, and laundry renovations that enhance functionality and accommodate growing families
• Deck and carport designs that complement existing architecture

From initial concept to final approved plans, Three Stems guides clients through every step of the building design process. Stella's expertise particularly benefits homeowners in areas affected by Traditional Building Character (TBC) overlays, as she understands how to navigate these specific council requirements while achieving desired outcomes.

Servicing suburbs throughout Brisbane and Ipswich, including Yeronga, Yeerongpilly, Paddington, East Brisbane, Greenslopes, Coorparoo, Moorooka, Salisbury, Holland Park, Saddlers Crossing, Woodend, North Ipswich, and Woolowin, Three Stems Design transforms houses into dream homes that perfectly suit modern family living.