design + architecture

We are a boutique design studio with a modern, alternative and dynamic approach

Design+Architecture provides design services to a premium group of clients throughout rural Queensland, from our Rockhampton based studio. We have no ‘standard designs’, providing original and unique design and documentation services to each project, while striving to keep abreast with the latest sustainable construction techniques.

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Design+Architecture has experience in a wide variety of developments, including Commercial, Residential, Industrial Buildings, Commercial interiors and Outdoor Recreational. We consistently consider innovative planning, sensitive site response, cost effectiveness, practicality and sustainability, as well as ensuring successful and user-friendly project outcomes.

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Colin Strydom, Director, has been actively involved in the Central Queensland area since 2008, launching Design+Architecture in August of 2013. Colin is a registered architect with Architecture and Interior Design qualifications, plus more than two decades of experience in architecture, interior design and urban planning. Colin grew up in vibrant and colourful South Africa, which instilled a love for travel, clever design, and a passion to learn from all cultures and built spaces around the world.

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2025 AWARDS

Kingsley College Primary Stage 01

Building of the Year  |  People's Choice Award  |  Shortlist Social Impact , AIA

2024 AWARDS

Regional Project of the Year- Cocobrew Express Drive Thru Yeppoon , AIA

2023 AWARDS

Regional Project of the Year- Fig Tree Galleries , AIA

2022 AWARDS

Central QLD Regional Awards- People's Choice Award - Kingsley College , AIA

Winner-Learning Environments Australasia QLD- Small Projects under 2 million- Kingsley College

2021 AWARDS

House of the Year Central QLD - OURHOUSEWANDAL , AIA

2019 AWARDS

Regional Project of the Year - Mount Archer Nurim Circuit , AIA

Bronze A Design Award - Mount Archer Nurim Circuit (A'Design Award, Milan)