ABOUT US
It's about style. It's about design. It's about quality. And it all starts with a vision. With a diverse and unique background in architecture and construction, we get you results. Using cutting edge 3D technology we make concepts a reality. Whether you are building your first home or flipping an investment property, our expertise will be sure to exceed your expectations.
Darkside Architecture Studio (DAS) is committed to research driven design solutions that are both socially conscious and environmentally sustainable, maintaining the position that our built environment should serve the needs of the present without compromising the future. We believe that good architecture is generous, providing not only financial gain, but also environments that are both physiologically and psychologically beneficial to all stakeholders. DAS is good - get in touch today!
THE DARKSIDE MASSIVE:
After several years in the industry working for some of the most notable practices like Grimshaw and MHNDU, Andre decided to start Darkside Architecture Studio. The practice focuses on creating high-quality sustainable design solutions for residential and commercial clients throughout Australia.
Andre has deep knowledge and a prodigious set of skills in architectural design, team facilitation, problem solving, and contemporary design methodologies.
STEPHEN ZHANG - DESIGN COORDINATOR
Growing up in Sydney’s East, Stephen has always had a passion for Architecture and Design. Following a degree in Resource Economics from the University of Sydney, Stephen followed his passion and obtained his Bachelors of Design in Architecture (2020) and Masters of Architecture (2023) from the University of Technology Sydney.
During his studies, Stephen engaged in placements in Berlin and throughout Japan developing a keen understanding of contemporary architectural design in relation to modern and historic contexts. In practice, Stephen seeks to draw on references both locally and internationally, historic and contemporary to work closely with clients to produce architecture that is functional, contextual and beautiful.
It's about style. It's about design. It's about quality. And it all starts with a vision. With a diverse and unique background in architecture and construction, we get you results. Using cutting edge 3D technology we make concepts a reality. Whether you are building your first home or flipping an investment property, our expertise will be sure to exceed your expectations.
Darkside Architecture Studio (DAS) is committed to research driven design solutions that are both socially conscious and environmentally sustainable, maintaining the position that our built environment should serve the needs of the present without compromising the future. We believe that good architecture is generous, providing not only financial gain, but also environments that are both physiologically and psychologically beneficial to all stakeholders. DAS is good - get in touch today!
THE DARKSIDE MASSIVE:
ANDRE FRINO — DIRECTOR
Born in Wollongong, Australia - Andre graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelors in Architecture, Design & Planning in 2015. In 2018 he completed his Masters in Architecture at the Royal College of Art, London. After spending time working in London, he returned to Sydney and began teaching architecture at the University of Sydney alongside practice.After several years in the industry working for some of the most notable practices like Grimshaw and MHNDU, Andre decided to start Darkside Architecture Studio. The practice focuses on creating high-quality sustainable design solutions for residential and commercial clients throughout Australia.
Andre has deep knowledge and a prodigious set of skills in architectural design, team facilitation, problem solving, and contemporary design methodologies.
STEPHEN ZHANG - DESIGN COORDINATOR
Growing up in Sydney’s East, Stephen has always had a passion for Architecture and Design. Following a degree in Resource Economics from the University of Sydney, Stephen followed his passion and obtained his Bachelors of Design in Architecture (2020) and Masters of Architecture (2023) from the University of Technology Sydney. During his studies, Stephen engaged in placements in Berlin and throughout Japan developing a keen understanding of contemporary architectural design in relation to modern and historic contexts. In practice, Stephen seeks to draw on references both locally and internationally, historic and contemporary to work closely with clients to produce architecture that is functional, contextual and beautiful.