If 2021 has reminded us of anything, it is that the willingness to adapt and adopt a growth mindset can result in greatness.
At Playoust Churcher, we spent a lot of energy in 2021 expanding our offering to propel our clients towards their dream homes, while remaining steadfast in our commitment to the unique Playoust Churcher process.
We are extremely proud of the design, build and completion work of four single residential projects this past year.
They were mainly for alterations and additions, and the partnerships we created with these clients will hopefully remain well into the future.
We are excited to kickstart multiple single residential projects early in 2022. Our team has already started design work across 15 new projects, stretching across the whole of Sydney’s North Shore and Northern Beaches.
These projects range from heritage conservation areas through to beach homes, and will include alterations and additions, through to large estates.
Designing with intergenerational living in mind allows our clients to enjoy flexibility within their homes for as long as they – and the generations after them – live in them.
We have enjoyed an uplift in the number of multi-residential projects we undertook in 2021, with design work starting on a number of luxury boutique projects.
These include luxury units and townhouses on the Upper North Shore and eight luxury units on the Lower North Shore.
Our team is excited to increase our capacity for work across a range of multi-residential and small boutique luxury projects, alongside residential specialists.
We seamlessly adapted to the challenges that COVID brought along and came up with innovative ways of handling our projects.
More importantly, the pandemic has shone the spotlight on our ability to work remotely with our overseas clients.
Doing this creates near-infinite opportunities for us and our clients because it removes so many barriers.
We used sophisticated technology to deliver projects in Sydney for our clients who are currently in countries such as China, Hong Kong and Singapore. We have been able to deliver projects successfully for remote clients for many years and will continue to do so for years to come.
We have developed our unique architectural process to facilitate remote work effectively.
By following our six stage process closely, we continue to deliver consistently successful outcomes.
Our 3D design capabilities help our clients – near and remote – to visualise their homes and ‘walk’ through every space. This gives them confidence in the process, knowing we are detail oriented and can deliver a home that fits their lifestyle.
At Playoust Churcher, we pride ourselves on remaining flexible in our team, our work and our capabilities. In 2021, we welcomed Luke Beasley to our team. He is an extremely talented architect with many years of experience in residential projects.
We are working hard behind the scenes to further expand our offering across the architecture and interior design disciplines. Our growing client base and expansion of our service offering are prompting exciting internal growth, which will mean even more robust and streamlined solutions in the year to come.
As North Shore Architects, we are excited for what the future holds and we are thrilled to expand our offering.
We look forward to working with new clients to bring their dream home vision to life.
Contact us to discuss your home requirements with one of our talented architects to step into 2022 on the right foot.
They completed four single-residential projects, primarily focused on alterations and additions. These collaborations established lasting partnerships and a solid foundation for future work.
Design work began on 15 new single-residential projects across Sydney’s North Shore and Northern Beaches. These ranged from heritage homes and beach houses to large estates—many designed for intergenerational living.
Yes. They started work on luxury boutique multi-unit and townhouse developments in both the Upper and Lower North Shore.
They embraced remote collaboration using 3D modelling and their six-stage architectural process—serving clients from Sydney, China, Hong Kong, and Singapore with consistent design delivery.
Absolutely. They brought in architect Luke Beasley, enhancing their depth in architecture and interior design to support an expanding project portfolio.
Accurate and detailed architectural documentation bridges the gap between your design dream and its tangible outcome—transforming the emotional journey you envisioned into every construction detail exactly as planned
Documentation isn’t just boxes to tick—it powers two critical outcomes: meeting all statutory approvals and empowering builders to price and build confidently, reducing risk.
Well-crafted documents detail every material, finish, and interface, enabling builders to provide precise cost forecasts—helping avoid misinterpretation, design compromises, and budget blowouts.
Playoust Churcher stays engaged throughout the build—working alongside builders to address changes, uphold design intent, and ensure the result truly fits your lifestyle—with documentation as the central guide.
Managing Director & Nominated Architect
NSW Architect Registration No. 5924
With over 30 years of architectural experience, Brett Churcher leads Playoust Churcher Architects with a rare combination of design expertise and commercial insight. As a registered architect and Managing Director, Brett has played a pivotal role in delivering high-end single residential homes and boutique medium-density developments across Sydney’s North Shore and beyond.
Brett’s unique strength lies in his deep understanding of both architectural design and the Sydney property market. His valuation background enables him to align creative vision with practical feasibility, ensuring each project achieves both aesthetic excellence and financial viability.
At Playoust Churcher, Brett drives the studio’s growth, strategy, and leadership, while remaining closely connected to what matters most: the client. His ability to see the bigger picture from a client’s perspective and to guide projects seamlessly through the design process is at the heart of his role and reputation.
Reach out to Brett to explore how Playoust Churcher can bring it to life—with clarity, creativity and confidence.
Concept: Creating a light, airy, character-filled three-level Hampton-style beach home on a small corner site
Concept: Adapting a beautiful family heritage home in a quiet street on a large site to suit the family’s lifestyle
Concept: Designing a new family home that maximises the views and introduces a sense of open space
Concept: A complex yet successful renovation of this stunning heritage home in a conservation area
Concept: A 1970s build transformed into a bright, open design maximising stunning harbour views
Concept: A complete rebuild of half the property over two levels, whilst also incorporating the property next door
Concept: A majestic holiday home that pushes the design envelop, blending sustainable materials and natural light
Concept: A major ground floor renovation of a large estate with a new three-car garage and 14 metre pool
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