ABOUT BAASTUDIO Architecture

BAASTUDIO Architecture is an award-winning residential architecture practice based in Manly, Brisbane, specialising in custom new homes, renovations, extensions, Queenslander restorations and luxury residences throughout Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Northern NSW.

Led by registered Architect Claus Ejlertsen, our team combines decades of industry experience with a highly personalised approach to design. We take the time to understand your lifestyle, aspirations, budget and site, creating homes that are both functional and timeless.

We have over 26 years of experience in assisting our clients see their dreams come to reality with our architectural designs and expertise - whether the goal is a forever home, multi-generational home, acreage development, or to maximise returns on their capital investment.

We regularly service the following locations: Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, and Northern NSW. With the Director holding architect registrations in QLD, NSW and VIC, we can also design and coordinate your residential project further afield.

THE BAASTUDIO DIFFERENCE

Work Directly with an Experienced Architect

Work directly with Claus Ejlertsen and a team that understands how to transform site constraints into design opportunities, creating homes tailored to the way you live.

His approach combines strong concept design with practical project knowledge. Clients work directly with Claus through the design journey, from understanding the site and developing the brief to refining concepts, navigating approvals and preparing documentation for construction

Claus is known for an easy-going, client-focused process and a strong ability to translate early sketches into clear, resolved design directions

A Home Shaped Around Your Site

Every property is unique. We carefully consider:

• Orientation and natural light

• Views and privacy

• Site access and topography

• Character and planning requirements

• Lifestyle goals and future needs

By understanding these factors from the outset, we create homes that respond intelligently to both the site and the people who live there.

Custom Designs for Every Lifestyle

Whether you're planning a contemporary new home, coastal retreat, Hampton-inspired residence, acreage home or character renovation, every project is individually designed to reflect your vision, site and lifestyle.

Renovation & Extension Specialists

We have extensive experience designing thoughtful renovations and additions, including:

• Upper-level additions

• Home extensions

• Outdoor entertaining areas

• Decks and pavilions

• Queenslander renovations

• Character home upgrades

Our goal is to ensure new works integrate seamlessly with the existing home while improving functionality and value.

Architecture That Improves Daily Living

Great architecture is more than aesthetics. Our designs are guided by the principles of:

• Natural light

• Ventilation

• Functionality

• Connection to outdoors

• Timeless design

The result is a home that not only looks beautiful but enhances the way you live every day. [baastudio.com.au]

Honest Advice & Transparent Communication

We believe successful projects start with honest conversations. From the beginning, we provide realistic guidance on project scope, design opportunities and budget expectations, helping our clients make informed decisions with confidence.

Flexible Architectural Services

Every project is different. Whether you require concept design only or a complete architectural service, our involvement can be tailored to suit your project requirements and budget.

From Concept to Completion

We guide clients through every stage of the design and construction journey, including:

• Site consultations

• Concept and design development

• Council and planning approvals

• Building approval documentation

• Interior design coordination

• Tendering and builder selection

• Construction support

For projects throughout South East Queensland and Northern NSW, we can coordinate consultants and approvals to help streamline the process and minimise stress.

Our Commitment

Our commitment is simple: create thoughtful, well-resolved homes that respond to their site, reflect the people who live in them, and stand the test of time

Specialising in luxurious and quality designed homes; tailored to you and your lifestyle.

Our aim is to turn your vision and aspirations for your dream home into reality.

We are a team of Architects and graduates with over 50 collective years of experience in the industry working across education, health and residential design and have experience in all stages of architectural service from brief formulation, design documentation and project management.

Our clients are involved in the design process. We commence our services by sending you a project questionnaire so we can understand more about you and your family, the way you live, your living requirements and design preferences. An onsite consultation is typically arranged to assess your property. This is crucial to the design as we consider the site conditions such as slope, views, breezes, landscape to determine the best orientation, floor plan and materials.

We believe homes should reflect their occupants, while being functional and aesthetic, so we work closely with you and guide you through each process whilst bringing your dream to reality. Our professional, personalised approach, with transparency when it comes to cost and budget, will ensure that your home or renovation is aesthetically pleasing, custom designed to improve your lifestyle, and considers budget constraints.

Our knowledge and experience in the industry also takes the stress out of renovating and building. We have a great rapport with builders, certifiers, engineers and landscape architects. We liaise with consultants effectively ensuing a smooth building process.

BAASTUDIO SERVICES & EXPERTISE

BAASTUDIO Architecture specialise in residential design services for custom new homes, renovations including Queenslanders, additions and also have the expertise to design multi-residential (apartments/town houses etc).

We provide all design services in house, so this creates cohesion in the style and materials across the entire project. It also means we can coordinate all the consultants and services required from the concept stage to construction completion.

Design services include master planning, concept and sketch design, 3D modelling, design development, town planning, building approval, interior design, finishes schedule, construction detailing, external works.

Consultancy services include onsite verbal advice, tending and project management.