ABOUT US

AKA produces site-specific designs responsive to people, climate and place. We provide socially, economically and environmentally responsible design whatever the purpose or application.

Established in 2012, the team at AKA has a diverse range of skills and experience. We offer a complete range of design services from concept to completion.

AKA has successfully delivered a range of building types across Tasmania including new residential projects and renovations, community sports and commercial projects.

We are currently able to assist you in solving your design problems. Please contact us for further information or to arrange an initial meeting.

what we offer

• Initial site visits and advice

• Feasibility studies and master planning

• Concepts and design development

• 3D modeling and visualisations, including solar analysis

• Preparation of drawings suitable for Planning assessment by Council

• Construction documentation and specification for Building approval and quoting

• Coordination with consultants, Councils and builders

• Administering building contracts and ongoing assistance

what we do

• Celebrate the connection to place: site, landscape, and climate.

• Incorporate passive solar design principles and sustainable practices.

• Create humble but comfortable spaces with a focus on thermal performance.

• Select materials to be durable, economical, and beautiful - contrast the rough with the refined.

• Design for people, with people in mind. And dogs.

• Collaborate with our clients, consultants and builders – and value their input.

• We ask questions, and we listen.

who we are

chris wilding

Studied in Tasmania

Joined AKA in 2020

Part-time builder and joiner

Tea enthusiast

Rides all types of bikes (preferably custom)

In-house bike mechanic

georgia woodward

Studied in Western Australia and Tasmania

Joined AKA in 2021

Enjoys analogue photography, playing soccer, sewing and gardening

Rides an old mountain bike