Studio Doma

Studio Doma Breathing new life into old places.

A Sydney-based heritage consultancy offering thoughtful, practical heritage advice and Statements of Heritage Impact for projects across NSW.

Heritage is about more than just old buildings - it's about the stories we carry forward. Sandra Saravolac shares the vi...
14/04/2026

Heritage is about more than just old buildings - it's about the stories we carry forward. Sandra Saravolac shares the vision for Studio Doma and how we are redefining heritage development.

Read our introductory post here.




Breathing new life into old spaces. There is something about an old building that makes me pause. The way light falls across worn timber floors.The craftsmanship in intricate plaster ceilings and cornices.The quiet strength of brick walls built to last.These places carry memory - quiet evidence of c...

Rear extensions in Heritage Conservation Areas aren’t the problem.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀Unresolved design is.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀Council isn’t a...
20/02/2026

Rear extensions in Heritage Conservation Areas aren’t the problem.
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Unresolved design is.
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Council isn’t assessing ambition.
They’re assessing impact.
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Scale. Visibility. Hierarchy. Material response.
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When a proposal understands the building and responds to the street it sits within, approvals follow.
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Heritage doesn’t block change.
It exposes weak design.
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One of the most common questions we hear is:“What is a Statement of Heritage Impact?”It sounds intimidating - but it’s r...
17/02/2026

One of the most common questions we hear is:
“What is a Statement of Heritage Impact?”

It sounds intimidating - but it’s really just a clear explanation.

It outlines:
- What makes a building or area important
- What you’re proposing to change
- Why that change can work

Heritage isn’t about stopping development.
It’s about making sure change is thoughtful and respectful of what came before.

Understanding whether you need one early can save time, money, and unnecessary back-and-forth with council.

If you’re unsure where your project sits, having that clarity early in the process can make a real difference.










Introducing Studio Doma - a Sydney-based heritage consultancy providing practical heritage advice and Statements of Heri...
09/02/2026

Introducing Studio Doma - a Sydney-based heritage consultancy providing practical heritage advice and Statements of Heritage Impact across NSW.

We work with homeowners, architects and project teams to help navigate heritage requirements with clarity and confidence.

More to come.




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