At the heart of all of Barnacle Studio’s permutations is our admiration of the natural world and all the complex and dynamic systems that sustain it. Our focus is on creating structures and spaces that are sustainable to their natural environment and to the people that inhabit them. They are considered and surprising, restrained and artful, familiar and extraordinary, enjoyable and practical, flexible and durable.  

Our services attempt to draw a link between architecture, design, art, stories, ecology, science and colour. We know a lot, while knowing very little. We are a small entity, but with collaboration, shared resources and skills, have the capacity to work on larger projects. We have a hands on approach that reflects our history of working hands.

We have particular experience in contemporary residential design, as well as involvement in commercial, public, retail and event design.