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OUR PROJECTS
DesignAA has a vast portfolio of experience, ranging from public spaces, to educational facilities and residential homes, with a selection of our works shown below.
Rockhampton Botanic Gardens & Zoo Redevelopment – Stage One
Designed by COX in collaboration with Design+Architecture
Kingsley College- Primary Stage 02
In progress
Brown Park Stadium Redevelopment
Designed by COX in collaboration with Design+Architecture
Lammermoor Beach (South) Master Plan
In Collaboration with Greenedge Design
and Livingstone Shire Council
Treetops
In Progress
Cocobrew Express Drive Thru
Fig Tree Galleries
The Outpost
In Progress
Bega Cold Storage Facility
Treetop Boardwalk
Kingsley College- Primary Stage 01
Sunset Residence
Gracemere Cemetary Amenities
Moore Park S.L.S.C
OURHOUSEWANDAL
Sniper Residence
Mt. Morgan Streetscape
Blockade On Queen
Kingsley College Kindergarten
Emu Park SLSC
The Nest
In Progress
Kingsley College
Science Lab & FLA Block
Dingle's Cafe & Bar
Lammermoor Amenities
Hawke St Home
In Progress
Halfway up- Halfway down
In Progress
Amphitheatre, Mt Archer
ABOUT US
We are a boutique design studio with a modern, alternative and dynamic approach
DesignAA 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.
DesignAA 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.
Colin Strydom, Director, has been actively involved in the Central Queensland area since 2008, launching DesignAA 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.
2026 AWARDS
Rockhampton Botanic Garden & Zoo Visitor Hub Designed by COX in collaboration with Design+Architecture
Building of the Year | Regional Project of the Year , AIA
Boatshed- Emu Park SLSC
People's Choice Award , AIA
2025 AWARDS
Kingsley College Primary Stage 01
Building of the Year | People's Choice Award | Shortlist Social Impact , AIA
2024 AWARDS
Cocobrew Express Drive Thru Yeppoon
Regional Project of the Year, AIA
2023 AWARDS
Fig Tree Galleries
Regional Project of the Year, AIA
2022 AWARDS
Kingsley College Science Lab & FLA
People's Choice Award , AIA | Winner-Learning Environments Australasia QLD
2021 AWARDS
OURHOUSEWANDAL
House of the Year Central QLD, AIA
2019 AWARDS
Mount Archer Nurim Circuit
Regional Project of the Year , AIA | Bronze A Design Award (A'Design Award, Milan)
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We'd love to hear about your plans and ideas. Together, we can create something amazing. Get in touch today to start your journey with Design + Architecture
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