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Arcke Pty Ltd

Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars9 Reviews
Architects

About Us

Arcke is an awarded architecture practice that concentrates on creative residential projects in Brisbane. Our designs aspire to elicit feelings of wellbeing and comfort, of connection and inspiration. We value the interaction between architecture and landscape, together with the tactile and sensual response to materiality. Our projects enrich daily lives by creating moments of joy. Every job is a unique response to the specific site context and client brief. We believe that architecture can improve the collective experience and that the best results come through collaboration. A high value is placed on sustainability, both in terms of footprint and life cycle of building. Our projects have been featured in Dwell Magazine, Home Beautiful, Habitus, InsideOut, HomestoLove, Arch Daily and The Design Files. Our Rosalie Plinth House and our Red Hill Halfway House have been featured as Houzz Tours. We provide a comprehensive service that begins with site and spatial analysis, before we start the process of design and documentation. We then move onto negotiating with a contractor and can provide contract administration services, essentially managing the project. We design all internal and external elements for our projects including timber and concrete features, cabinetry as well as specifying quality fixtures and fittings from tiles to tapware. Read our stories: Red Hill Halfway House https://www.houzz.com.au/magazine/houzz-tour-a-split-level-home-with-the-kitchen-at-its-heart-stsetivw-vs~119019301 Rosalie Plinth House https://www.houzz.com.au/magazine/houzz-tour-reno-raises-house-up-and-out-of-harms-way-stsetivw-vs~115732663

Services Provided

Architectural Design, Architectural Drawings, Building Design, Drafting, Energy-Efficient Homes, Floor Plans, Green Building, Heritage Building Conservation, Home Restoration, House Plans, Sustainable Design, Custom Homes, Home Renovation, Home Extensions, Feasibility plans, Interior Design, Pre-purchase reports

Areas Served

Brisbane, Ascot, Paddington, Bardon, Chelmer, West End, Hendra, Clayfield, Camp Hill, The Gap, Chapel Hill, Brookfield, Sherwood, Red Hill, Tarragindi, Alderley, Windsor, Newmarket, Ashgrove, Toowong, Mount Gravatt, Spring Hill, Kenmore

Awards

2021 Dulux Colour Awards "Engawa House"; 2021 AIA Brisbane Regional "Paddington Courtyard House"; 2021 AIA Brisbane Regional "Cummings House" ; 2018 AIA Sunshine Coast Regional "Wickham Point House"; 2017 AIA Brisbane Regional "Rosalie Plinth House"

Professional Information

A+ member Australian Institute of Architects

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9 Projects

Paddington, QLD

Paddington Perimeter House

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The Gap, QLD

Bushland House

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Caloundra, QLD

Wickham Point House

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Red Hill, QLD

Red Hill Halfway House

27 photos
Paddington, QLD

Rosalie Plinth House

21 photos
Paddington, QLD

Sunroom and outdoor potting shed

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Credentials

3 Houzz Awards
Best of Houzz 2020
Best of Houzz 2019
Best of Houzz 2019
4 Houzz Badges
Star Houzzer
Influencer
Recommended on Houzz
1,000 Ideabook Saves
1 Affiliation
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9 Reviews for Arcke Pty Ltd

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James B
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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It was a pleasure working with Matthew Kennedy of Arcke on the renovation of our much loved beach house. From the start he understood our wishes to retain much of the original house,and he incorporated interesting new concepts and creative design. The outcome is a delight,with rooms open to sea views and breezes as well as capturing extensive garden outlooks.His clever design affords us the choice of open plan living, or sectioning off areas to meet the needs of multi-generational family living and changing seasons. Matthew oversaw the construction process for us with professionalism and integrity and ensured deadlines were met and workmanship was of the highest standard. Highly recommended.
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Camilla Batchelor
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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We have been working with Matt, Kate and Hannah from Arcke for several months now on a renovation to our Old Queenslander. From our very first meeting and subsequent Concept Design, we have been blown away by how quickly the team at Arcke “got us” and took our basic brief and transformed it into the most beautiful design and plans that were beyond our hopes and imagination. We didn’t think our house could be more loved or enjoyed more than it already is but we were wrong. We now see through the lens of Arcke, the beauty and potential in the design of what our home could become; a multi-generational and wheelchair accessible home, our forever home in the community that we love. We look forward to every part of the design process and what more lovely details and considerations are coming next. The Arcke team think of everything and give us confidence in their complete project management service that everything is under control. So far, no stress.. looking forward to breaking ground!
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Belinda Bowman
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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I had a great experience with Matt, Kate and the team at Arcke. In the consultation I was listened to, and given great advice before plans were drawn up. I received the plans in great time, and was blown away by the vision. I've been able to create an outdoor space better than I imagined. Matt and Kate are professional, thoughtful and creative. I highly recommend Arcke.
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Dezion Studio
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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Matt and Kate from Arcke incorporated our lights in different projects and it was my absolute pleasure. They communicated clearly and efficiently throughout the process of specifying lights that perfectly fit in their fantastic interiors. Couldn't have better clients to collaborate with.
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pincstrong
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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We hired Matt Kennedy of Arcke to design the renovation of our Queenslander. After extensive consultation with us he came up with a clever, interesting and practical design that has greatly enhanced our house and how we interact as a family. We could not have achieved the result we have without an architect. Matt showed a great respect for the character of the original house while introducing thoughtful, modern design elements to the extension. Our house has warmth, charm, character and it works at a very practical level. We have been back in our renovated house for about a year and the end result makes the inconvenience of renovating seem all worth it! I would highly recommend Matt Kennedy of Arcke.
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Eva
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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There are a few reasons that I decided to engage an architect for my renovation. Most importantly I wanted the design to lead the renovation, I didn’t want design choices to be made around making the construction “easy”; I wanted my house to be created for me and my needs; I wanted the details and materials' palette to be as important as the form of the building. Only an architect goes into this amount of detail. I’ve not heard that building desingers or builders going into much design detail at all. Why did I choose Arcke? Well that is easy, I love Matt’s asthetic and he’s also a really nice (and funny) guy!
walterka34
walterka34
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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Choosing an architect is a big decision. We selected Matt Kennedy from ARCKE because he listened and understood our needs. He brings empathy to his work which was very important to us as first time renovators. Matt provided us with beautiful design options that were realistic. He worked with the key features of the existing house and used clever ways to incorporate the new build in a complimentary way and deliver all the features we wanted. Matt’s strong attention to detail helped us work through building approval, interior choices and ultimately managing the project with the builders. The final product is a fabulous new house that is flooded with natural light that seamlessly marries the old and the new. It is a pleasure to come home to.
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tessmkennedy
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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Client
I really like Matt's approach and perspective- he is professional and very creative. He took time to hear what we wanted and what the current challenges were for us with the space before he found a solution that was unique and clever. I would highly recommend Arcke and particularly Matt and Kate Kennedy's talent and obvious passion for what they do.
elizawin
elizawin
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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We had an ambitious vision and modest budget for our character workers cottage situated on a small lot in a flood zone. Matt Kennedy was able to guide us through the issues and find creative, aesthetic solutions to every curve-ball the site presented and ultimately design a family home that we love.
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43 Comments

Commented: will the plywood change colour over time?Hi! Yes, all woods will darken over time with exposure to sunlight. Best to check with your designer for a product recommendation based on the plywood you are using or if you don’t have a designer, as...
June 13, 2022
Commented: Layout advice needed for kitchenAre you working with a concrete slab? Or suspended timber floor or is it a complete new build? All these solutions will have potential structural and budget ramifications.
June 9, 2022 in Design Dilemma
Commented: I like the kitchen cabinetsYes, the ceiling is plywood too
October 24, 2020
Commented: Flat mirror versus mirror cabinet?I have to say - "it depends". The layout, design and space in the bathroom itself will dictate whether you can have a cabinet or if only a flat mirror is achievable. A new thing it to suspen...
March 21, 2019 in Design Dilemma
Commented: Love the home design and liking the reclaimed brick walls.Hi Marisa, We've used two kinds of bricks. Recycled which were found at a wreckers (try gumtree or ebay) and the plain bricks on the BBQ were from either Lincoln Brickworks, Warwick Bricks or Claypav...
November 20, 2018
Commented: Suggestions needed for a navy paint colourHi Heartlyhome, Resene and Wattyl have lovely ranges in the blues spectrum. Don't forget to test pot everything on each wall, as the amount of natural light will change the colour. Best of luck!
October 18, 2018 in Design Dilemma
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