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To design a compact family home using Sthāpatya Veda design principles. Vedic architectural principles informed the direction and orientation of the home as well as the auspicious placement of the main entrance way for the positive influence of wealth and fulfillment. Materials chosen must be natural, non-toxic products suitable to the local climatic conditions.

Recycled materials provide character and ability to use products that have an imperfect roughness. The timber ‘shield’ protects the black Shadowclad from sun and wind.

Photography: Jim Janse

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Creative Arch is an award-winning, multi-disciplined architectural design practice, founded in 1998 by Architectural Designer / Director Mark McLeay.

The range of work at Creative Arch is as diverse as our clients, encompassing residential homes, alterations and renovations, coastal developments, sub-division developments, to commercial projects.

The team at Creative Arch are an enthusiastic group of talented professional architects and designers, with a depth of experience, from a range of different backgrounds and cultures. Creative Arch is a client-focused firm committed to providing excellence in service, culture, and project outcomes.

Client service is our first priority. Our guiding principle is to always listen and understand our client's needs and requirements. We view each client's architectural project as unique and deserving of an innovative plan and tailored design approach.
Any design project is a complicated creative undertaking with a multitude of tasks and issues to be resolved.

We believe in collaboration. Experience teaches us that the most successful architectural design projects are the ones when the client is committed to excellence and teamwork. We work alongside clients through the complete process from initial briefing to developing the design, through to the consenting process, and to construction and final completion.