Cusp Architecture is an architecture and interior design practice, which provides site specific, sustainable and innovative design solutions for residential projects of any scale.  

Whether it is your own home, or an investment opportunity, a building project can be one of the biggest adventures of your life; and the process can seem daunting.  Cusp Architecture is transparent and collaborative with clients, giving you access to knowledge and information as you progress through the building process; from the initial concept design through to completion.  We help guide our clients through their project so they feel empowered and have less stress throughout the building journey.  

At Cusp Architecture, our Directors work as your partner. We will share with you our passion for detail and provide thoughtful solutions, bringing a personal touch to your project.  With experience spanning over 15 years in architecture, project management and interior design, our Directors are well equipped to work with you as you embark on your project.  At the end of the process, you’ll have a thoughtfully designed home, and the shared experience of designing it.

We believe that architecture is more than just the aesthetics of a finished building. Good architecture is functional, sustainable, comfortable, and ultimately provides a space that enhances day to day wellbeing.  But how do you get to this point? 

As architects, we follow a common process to design and deliver a building project; and it requires both a creative and technical skillset.  

Any proposed design solution must be considered within the constraints of the site, building and planning regulations, budget and sustainability concerns.  This requires a balancing act between creativity, practicality and organization.   Key to the success of this process is a good team.  An architect will sit at the core of this team, working collaboratively to propose creative design solutions, while also handling all consultants and being your go-between to simplify the process and reduce your stress levels.  

An architect must be able to communicate and collaborate well in order to successfully expand on the vision you have for your future home or renovation.

No, not always! The location, planning zone and overlay controls on your site will affect whether a planning permit is needed; but on some sites provided that conditions are met, a planning permit may not be required for your building project. 

Why is this even a concern?  Planning permits can potentially impact the time, cost and potential design of your project; so, it is something to be aware of upfront.   

It’s worth noting that a planning permit doesn’t remove the need to obtain a building permit, which is a separate permit that ensures your project is constructed to relevant building legislation and codes.