Meet the Team

CNA Design Studio is a full-service boutique Architectural Studio based in Newcastle, Australia. We create user-centered Architecture and Interiors, which are both functional and environmentally sustainable. 

CNA approach each project individually, to deliver a truly bespoke result every time. The one thing all our projects do have in common however is the way we approach our clients. We listen, learn and observe to create spaces that are truly designed for you to dwell.  CNA Design Studio was founded to combine our love of Architecture, Interior Design and Sustainability. CNA design studio have over 16 years’ combined experience in Hospitality, Education, Residential, Multi residential, Commercial, Health and Aged Care. 

We focus on creating spatially rich and inspiring environments for everyone. As an architectural practice we at CNA design studio advocate for the creation of innovative, sustainable, detail oriented architecture that responds to their occupants and natural environment.

CNA Design Studio is also an accredited NatHERS Assessor. We hold a Certificate IV in Home Energy Efficiency and Sustainability and can help with any of your Basix and NatHERS assessments.

  • Candice Halliday

    PRINCIPAL ARCHITECT
    M.Arch, B.Arts in Arch

  • Saara Van Rugge

    SENIOR DESIGNER & DOCUMENTER
    M.Arch, B.Arch, AssocDeg.Ed

  • Nick Halliday

    ARCHITECT
    M.Arch, B.Arch

  • Dayenny De Souza

    SENIOR DESIGNER & DOCUMENTER

  • Thomas Velich

    SENIOR DESIGNER & DOCUMENTER
    M.Arch

  •  Jaime McDonald

    Jaime McDonald

    ADMIN ASSISTANT

  • Jessica Woodward

    DIGITAL CREATOR
    B.VisComm