Adelaide, South Australia
We combine technical precision with clear, engaging design — helping planners, developers, and policymakers communicate their vision effectively.
Who we are
Graphica Mapping and Design is a GIS and Graphic Design company based in Adelaide, specialising in supporting the Planning Industry. We provide tailored mapping, spatial analysis, and visual communication solutions for clients across the private sector, as well as State and Local Government.
Our work combines technical precision with clear, engaging design to help planners, developers, and policymakers make informed decisions and communicate their vision effectively.
With over 18 years of experience, we have contributed to many State-significant projects, including the 30-Year Plan for Greater Adelaide and other major strategic initiatives. Our long-standing involvement in the planning sector has built a deep understanding of policy, spatial data, and design communication.
Start a ConversationWe transform complex planning data into clear, compelling, publication-ready maps for development applications, community consultations, impact assessments, master plans, and planning reports.
A complete mapping solution for Code Amendments under SA's Planning and Design Code. We prepare zoning, policy area, and overlay maps and Concept Plans — all aligned to PlanSA requirements.
We view, understand, interpret, and visualise multiple layers of geographic data — revealing relationships, patterns, and trends. We maintain subscriptions to MetroMap (aerial imagery) and Geoscape (cadastral).
Professional document layout and consistent branding for complex planning material. We specialise in Urban Design Guidelines, infographics, and Masterplan documents for councils and government agencies.
Spatially accurate master plans, concept plans, and lot layouts created in close collaboration with planners, surveyors, engineers, and urban designers. Our workflow moves from GIS to SketchUp to Adobe Illustrator.
Eye-catching 3D visualisations built from scratch to present concepts and master plans. We can model a site from a client's vision, or use 3D to demonstrate the actual impact of proposed developments.
Using architect-supplied floorplans and elevations, we produce 3D models and overshadowing diagrams required by Councils for Development Approval — from aerial plans to detailed neighbour impact views.
Advanced spatial analysis including walkable catchments, slope analysis, heat mapping, raster analysis, and 3D analysis — revealing site constraints, opportunities, and patterns across complex landscapes.
03 — Process
Our end-to-end workflow ensures every output is spatially accurate, policy-compliant, and visually compelling.
Every project begins in GIS — interrogating cadastral data, aerial imagery, planning overlays, and spatial constraints to build a thorough understanding of the site and its context.
Spatial analysis and 2D/3D drafting is carried out in GIS and SketchUp, ensuring accurate geometry that meets planning guidelines and PlanSA requirements.
Final outputs are refined in Adobe Illustrator to create publication-ready maps, plans, and documents that communicate clearly to planners, councils, and community stakeholders.
We deliver in all required formats — GIS files, Illustrator files, PDFs, or print-ready artwork — to suit client and authority requirements including PlanSA submission standards.
Trusted by leading organisations across South Australia and beyond
04 — Contact
Tell us about your project and Matt will be in touch promptly. We work with private clients, councils, government agencies, and planning consultancies across Australia.