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Commercial Upgrades

Commercial Building Upgrades Designed to Improve Performance, Value, and Longevity

RBi ARCHITECTS is a team of experienced commercial property designers delivering strategic commercial building upgrades across Melbourne and key growth areas. We have over three decades of experience with commercial architecture, and we’ve helped property owners modernise their existing buildings to make them more functional, compliant, and valuable in the long run.

Making existing buildings work harder is the main goal of our approach to commercial building design in Melbourne. We provide practical solutions that address market demand and operational requirements, whether you’re renovating an ageing office, repositioning a commercial property, or starting a staged refurbishment.

30+ Years of Commercial Architecture Experience

Upgrade Strategies Focused on Value and Usability

Strong Knowledge of Planning and Building Compliance

Collaborative Delivery from Concept to Completion

Key Design Considerations for Commercial Building Upgrades

Successful commercial upgrades require a clear understanding of current conditions, legal requirements, and potential applications. Our designs are heavily influenced by long-term results and practical analysis.

Our commercial building retrofit projects typically consider:

Building condition assessments and upgrade feasibility.
Façade redesigns and cladding replacements.
Interior refurbishments and contemporary fit-outs.
Space reconfiguration to support modern work patterns.
Building code and fire compliance upgrades.
Accessibility improvements and DDA compliance.
NABERS and Green Star performance improvements.
Adaptive reuse and mixed-use conversion opportunities.

As experienced commercial property designers, we focus on upgrades that are practical to implement, economical to run, and in line with market expectations.

Our Commercial Upgrade Design and Construction Process

At RBi ARCHITECTS projects, our design and construction process adheres to a standard structured framework designed specifically for commercial upgrades and refurbishments.

Discovery and Feasibility

We take into account existing structures, planning restrictions, and performance limitations. to develop a precise and practicable upgrade plan,

Design
Development

We build design solutions that meet budgetary and staging constraints while improving functionality, compliance, and presentation.

Documentation and Approvals

We create comprehensive construction documentation and coordinate approvals to support building permits, compliance upgrades, and authority requirements.

Construction and Administration

We collaborate closely with consultants and builders during construction to maintain design intent, minimise disruption, and control quality.

Designing for a Wide Range of Commercial Upgrades

Our expertise extends to a wide range of commercial building renovations and upgrades in significant activity hubs throughout Melbourne. As commercial property designers, we provide upgrade solutions that enhance long-term value, compliance, and building performance.

We provide design and construction support for:

Office Building Upgrades

Commercial Refurbishments

Mixed-Use Conversions

Retail and Commercial Fit-Outs

Facade and Cladding Upgrades

Interior Reconfigurations

Adaptive Reuse Projects

Base Building Upgrades

Building Compliance Upgrades

Commercial Retrofits

Energy Performance Upgrades

Tenancy Upgrades

What’s Included in Our Commercial Upgrade Services

Our end-to-end service offering includes:

Planning and feasibility analysis for commercial development.
Concept design and upgrade strategy development.
Coordination of consultants and design development.
Planning and building approval support.
Construction documentation for tender and build.
Energy efficiency and building performance considerations.
Commercial construction contract administration.

Our emphasis on coordination and high-quality documentation helps lower risk, control expenses, and confidently deliver upgrades.

See Our Commercial Upgrade Projects in Practice

Why Choose RBi ARCHITECTS for Commercial Upgrades

Local Commercial Expertise

Strong knowledge of building codes, compliance requirements, and planning schemes in Melbourne.

Value-Focused Design

Upgrade strategies designed to improve rental yield, occupancy, and asset performance.

End-to-End Capability

Comprehensive architectural services from the beginning of planning to the end of construction.

Sustainable and Future-Ready Outcomes

Design solutions that improve energy performance and support long-term use.

Collaborative Approach

Clear communication with clients, consultants, builders, and authorities throughout the upgrade process.

Talk to Commercial Property Designers with Proven Experience

If you’re planning a commercial building upgrade or building retrofit in Melbourne, get in touch with RBI ARCHITECTS. Every project is meticulously designed to achieve quantifiable gains in performance, compliance, and appeal with the least amount of disturbance.

Commercial Upgrades

Commercial Building Upgrades Designed to Improve Performance, Value, and Longevity

Key Design Considerations for Commercial Building Upgrades