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Idle Architecture Studio

Established in 2005, Idle Architecture Studio is a boutique design studio, practicing across a diverse spectrum of project types and scales. We pride ourselves on creating innovative and original architecture that stands the test of time. Our team of highly skilled professionals is equipped to tackle the unique opportunities and challenges presented by your project.

We offer a complete range of architectural services, from inception to completion and most things in between:

01 Feasibility

- Feasibility
- Brief and site exploration
- Site analysis

02 Concept Design

- Concept Design
- Sketch Design
- Initial consultant input

03 Design Development

- Design development
- Consultant team meetings
- Drawings and schedules

04 Town Planning Application

- Town planning/development application
- Stakeholder engagement
- Negotiation, appeals & approval

05 Interior Design

- Interior design concepts
- Finishes & fixtures selections
- Internal renders

06 Project Marketing

- Marketing package, tailored to project
- Facilitate 3D renders
- Display suite design

07 Construction Documentation

- Construction documentation
- Drawings, schedules and specifications
- Compliance

08 Contractor Selection

- Compilation tender list
- Issue for tender
- Negotiate with contractors

09 Construction Services

- Full-service contract administration
- Construction assistance
- Quality and cost control
- Site inspections & defects

10 The Completed Project

- Your completed project
- Shared satisfaction of the realised vision

  • Elsie Granites Napanangka 'Mina Mina' #14518 cropped.jpg

    In the spirit of reconciliation Idle Architecture Studio acknowledges the traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders, past and present, and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.

    Artist Credit : Elsie Granites Napanangka ‘Mina Mina’

  • Creative

    Think outside the box

    Every project is unique – client, site, budget, program and aspirations. To each one we bring curiosity and energy as we search for the best solution not just the obvious one. Perhaps it’s a new way of looking at an old problem. Creativity is the prerequisite to innovation. At times it may be risky, but with risk comes reward.

    Collaborative

    A tailored process

    We’re proud of our highly collaborative processes that are tailored to suit the needs of the project. We listen. And we believe that the sharing of ideas, experience and knowledge; whether with clients, colleagues or consultants; enriches the process and results in optimal built outcomes.

    Sustainable

    Our biggest challenge

    Sustainability informs every decision we make in the realisation of a building. Tackling the environmental and social issues of our time is a responsibility we take seriously. We acknowledge the impact the building industry has on shaping our future, both socially and environmentally.

    Progressive

    Looking to the future

    Every project broadens our horizons. Clients come to the table with varied life experiences and project objectives that inform our design solutions. Our involvement in diverse sectors enables us to learn from pioneering clients and consultants. Our collective knowledge is always expanding.

    Innovative

    Tireless in our pursuit

    We are tireless in our search for innovative solutions to complex problems. Rigorous exploration of concepts, technologies, software and processes, result in innovative built outcomes. This commitment attracts technically and creatively minded people with a shared purpose-driven philosophy.

    Client focused

    Relationships matter

    Behind every project is a committed client with an unrealised vision. At Idle Architecture, we are motivated by successfully realising this vision. We focus on establishing resilient relationships based on mutual trust and clear communication. Many clients return with new projects due to the relationships we build.