Cathi Colla Architects has been providing architectural services to inner Melbourne since 1994. In that time, Cathi Colla Architects has built an enviable reputation in managing the complete lifecycle of housing renovations and redevelopments in Melbourne's inner-city regions.
Cathi Colla Architects offers a complete architectural service, from initial conceptual design, through to managing to construction process of your development. This means less hassle and stress for you, whilst Cathi Colla Architects manages Council planning, obtaining all appropriate permits and certifications, managing the building contract on your behalf, and ensuring that your project complies with all local and state laws.
Cathi Colla Architects' consultative approach allows you to work closely with the architect so that your requirements are understood, and a design aligned with your lifestyle and needs is produced. With Cathi Colla Architects looking after the details of your project, you can spend your time and energy on what is important to you: designing a home for you and your family to live in and enjoy.
Cathi, the principal of Cathi Colla Architects, has lived and worked in inner Melbourne for over 16 years. This provides her, and her practice, with extensive first-hand appreciation of the benefits and challenges of maintaining an inner-city lifestyle. This deep understanding is shared by her staff, who understand the challenges faced with small sites, and modern living demands.
Since 2005, Cathi Colla Architects has been pleased to provide clients with substantial experience in green architecture. This can range from "passive design" – ensuring the orientation of buildings maximises environmental features to reduce carbon footprint – through to providing advice on cutting edge green developments, trends, and implementations. As such, Cathi Colla Architects was selected as a consulting architect for VicUrban's Valley Lake sustainable suburb near Niddrie.
In addition, Cathi Colla Architects has expertise in managing commercial office fitouts, public space design, and development of large public buildings.