practice profile

Michelle Walker architects [MWa] specialise in residential clients and architecture of the home.

We design the architecture, interiors and outdoor spaces of each project, providing an integrated residential design service.

Created in 2007, we are based in Balgowlah on Sydney’s northern beaches, with a variety of projects in and around Sydney.

We listen to client needs, guide each project, assist with good decisions and work collaboratively with an experienced team of consultants & builders.

MWa is registered with the NSW Board of Architects (nominated architect Michelle Walker # 6530) and is an A+ member of the Australian Institute of Architects.

residential architecture

Our vision is to be Australia’s leading residential architectural practice, creating enduring residential architecture for our clients, based on the design principles of good living conditions.

Everyday, we “see the potential” and help our clients achieve it. We aim to make each house the best place it can be.

Projects include new houses and significant renovations to exiting homes.

We work with a variety of existing dwellings types; freestanding bungalows, federation houses, semi detached houses, terraces and timber cottages.

Our contemporary work on older homes is inspired by the past, responsive to today and considerate of tomorrow.

Projects also include small projects (little gems), complying developments (NSW Housing Code) and works within heritage conservation areas

our services

MWa offer contemporary architectural design solutions for residential projects, from concept through to detailed designs.

We provide ADVICE, DESIGN & MANAGEMENT SERVICES throughout all stages of design, approval, documentation and construction.

We also provide a free 10 minute question & answer service over the phone, for prospective clients with initial enquiries.

2 hour INITIAL CONSULTATIONS / ON-SITE ASSESSMENTS from $300+GST.

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Practice Profile

Michelle Walker Architects [MWa] focus on the client relationship and the architecture + interiors + outdoor spaces of residential projects.

We are a company of Sydney residential architects, based in Manly Vale on Sydney's northern beaches. Over the past several years, we have worked on a variety of architectural projects. Established in 2007 as a small studio-based building designer in our Manly location, MWa offers a range of personalised, locally focussed Manly residential architects' services.

Our small team of eastern suburbs architects take pride in the comprehensive service we provide to our clients. We offer tailored advice, design and management throughout all stages of the design, approvals, & construction process.

The reputable and professional Sydney based architects at our company listen to your design needs and ideas, guide you through your project, and assist you to make good decisions. We allow you to work in a truly collaborative manner with an experienced team of some of the finest consultants & building designers Sydney has to offer.

As Manly residential architects, MWa are registered with the NSW Board of Architects (nominated architect Michelle Walker # 6530). Our company is an A+ member of the Australian Institute of Architects.

Residential Architects in the Northern Beaches

MWa residential architects are based in Manly, and ideally located to work on Northern Beaches projects including new homes and additions. We will also happily apply our expertise to a variety of existing houses, including freestanding bungalows, federation houses, semi-detached houses, terraces and timber cottages.

MWa Architects can assist you with internal renovations (kitchens, bathrooms, laundries), upper floor additions, ground floor extensions, indoor / outdoor connections, pavilions and carports, outdoor entertaining areas, and pools.

Though we're locally based Manly residential architects have also completed challenging projects in a variety of Sydney council areas. As architects for Sydney residential projects, we also have experience with the new NSW General Housing Code for Complying Development. We are also experienced with the requirements for works within heritage conservation areas, and have a strong network of professional consultants for these particular areas of expertise.

Our Sydney Residential Architecture Services

MWa are contemporary building designers in Sydney, with architectural solutions that are the result of a client-based design process and thoughtful attention to client brief. Budget, site, context, planning controls, design principles, building character, construction process, materials, and details are at the core of our problem solving and creative design processes.

Each of our Manly based residential architects tailor the delivery of services to suit each client and their circumstances. Our services are offered in stages to suit project milestones, and all our building designers in Sydney offer fees that are fixed and defined by a scope of work. MWa pride ourselves on providing a personalised service, guiding our clients to make smart decisions throughout the design and construction process. Get the best possible advice, contact MWa today to get started.

Contact us by phone, text or send us an email to find out more about our work, how we can help you improve your home & our INITIAL CONSULTATION SERVICE.