


FIRST STEPS
The reality check. In a changing economic and construction climate the initial strategy is the most critical. A prevailing thought for owners looking to enhance their property in the near future revolves around "should we stay? or should we go?" in short what is feasible.
Before committing we offer a fixed feasibility service tailored to your needs.
This is a short, structured set of options that tells you, with clarity:
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what your home could become
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what it would roughly cost to get there
-
whether staying stacks up against selling
No drawings for the sake of it. No vague advice. Just a grounded decision.
Many homes have more potential than first appears. A recently completed addition to a 1920's cottage highlights how initial high level investigation can unlock an existing properties potential.
And when the time comes we also offer full or partial services to bring that feasibility work into reality.
Contact us to see how we can help you with those first important steps.
ABOUT MICHAEL:
Michael Cardinale _ founder and principal architect
B.Arch (Hons), M.Arch (Curtin), Registered Architect WA
Michael is a Registered Architect in Western Australia with over 20 years of experience delivering a diverse portfolio of projects across the construction spectrum. His expertise spans from intricate residential additions to complex new builds and commercial developments.
What sets Michael apart is a rare perspective forged both in the studio and on the tools. With a background that includes time spent on-site as a tradesman, he possesses an intuitive understanding of the practice of construction. This "site-first" knowledge informs his high standard of documentation and technical detailing, ensuring that design intent is seamlessly realized during the build.
A graduate of Curtin University, Michael has remained deeply connected to the academic community, tutoring in various architectural units both during his studies and post-graduation. His lifelong passion for the craft is evident in his meticulous attention to detail and his commitment to guiding clients through the complexities of the delivery process with clarity and technical rigour.

ABOUT MICHAEL
Michael Cardinale _ Principal Architect
B.Arch (Hons), M.Arch (Curtin), Registered Architect WA
Michael is a Registered Architect in Western Australia with over 20 years of experience delivering a diverse portfolio of projects across the construction spectrum. His expertise spans from intricate residential additions to complex new builds and commercial developments.
What sets Michael apart is a rare perspective forged both in the studio and on the tools. With a background that includes time spent on-site as a tradesman, he possesses an intuitive understanding of the practice of construction. This "site-first" knowledge informs his high standard of documentation and technical detailing, ensuring that design intent is seamlessly realized during the build.
A graduate of Curtin University, Michael has remained deeply connected to the academic community, tutoring in various architectural units both during his studies and post-graduation. His lifelong passion for the craft is evident in his meticulous attention to detail and his commitment to guiding clients through the complexities of the delivery process with clarity and technical rigour.
And when the time comes we also offer full or partial services to bring that feasibility work into reality.
Contact us to see how we can help you with those first important steps.
FIRST STEPS
The reality check. In a changing economic and construction climate the initial strategy is the most critical. A prevailing thought for owners looking to enhance their property in the near future revolves around "should we stay? or should we go?" in short what is feasible.
Before committing we offer a fixed feasibility service tailored to your needs. This is a short, structured set of options that tells you, with clarity:
-
what your home could become
-
what it would roughly cost to get there
-
whether staying stacks up against selling
No drawings for the sake of it. No vague advice. Just a grounded decision. Many homes have more potential than first appears. A recently completed addition to a 1920's cottage highlights how initial high level investigation can unlock an existing properties potential.