By Couvaras Architects
Maximum return for minimum outlay (less is more).
Every other developer in the street was building costly basements to maximise the number of townhouses on the site. Our client was aware of the demand for single-storey villas in the area and wanted a point of difference for this project.
Our challenge was to design a project that could provide single-story dwellings without reducing the developer's profit.
We were able to significantly reduce the time and cost of construction, by reducing the number of dwellings and eliminating the need for a basement. It also meant that we were able to focus on the amenity of the dwellings and provide highly sought-after villas.
The developer was able to finish the dwellings to a higher standard than the competition, resulting in better sales and more profit in a shorter timeframe.
Photography: Luke Butterly
We care about your project as if it were our own.
We sweat the small things, so you don’t have to.
And we take care of everything from interpreting council rules to making sure everything runs smoothly on-site. We know what needs to happen when it needs to happen, and how to get it done right.
We’ll run the project for you—it’s like working with an architect and a project manager. At once.
Our team is easy to work with. We’re a rare blend of qualified, highly skilled, passionate architects, who genuinely care about what we do and who we do it for.
With 15+ years of experience, we have a knack for designing complex multi-residential buildings. This experience can’t be taught, it’s built over time and sets us apart from the rest.
So if you’re looking for a dime a dozen draftsperson. Or a building designer with zero qualifications. You’re in the wrong place.
We understand your reputation and brand matter.
We understand time equals money.
We understand great design increases market value.
It’s our job to make sure your project goes the way you planned.
We’re not your usual architects. We don’t apparently “listen”, but keep designing the way we want. We aren’t precious when it comes to our designs. And we’re not chasing architectural awards. We understand good design but we also understand what drives development and costs.
And we take the time to understand what you really want. This combined with good judgment and interpretation skills means you know exactly what to expect from the start.
Let us help you pull everything together—in a cost-effective, hassle-free way.