- Residential building design since 2000
Homes designed around you,
built to last
- WHO WE ARE
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Creative design with a structural foundation
Since 2000, homeowners across Sydney and the Blue Mountains have trusted Adan Creative Designs to turn their ideas into a uniquely designed home.
Principal designer Daniel Briffa began his career as a draftsman in a structural engineering firm. That knowledge of how homes are built sits behind every design, from small renovations to large new homes, all prepared within the guidelines of your local council.
Practice established
Building Designers Australia member No. 1119-10
- What we do
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Residential design, start to documentation
Whether you’re starting on a vacant block or reworking the home you have, these are the ways we can help.
New home design
A one-off home designed for your site, your household and the style you’re drawn to.
Alterations and additions
Major renovations and extensions that make your existing home work better for the way you live.
Multi-unit residential development
Design for multi-dwelling residential projects, planned to make the most of your site.
3D visualisation and walkthroughs
Renders and animated video walkthroughs that let you see your home before it’s built.
Town planning documentation
The drawings and documentation your project needs for council, prepared within your local authority’s guidelines.
Project administration
Support with project administration, coordinating with council and consultants to keep things moving.
- What we do
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Featured projects
- NEW HOME
Ponds
A family home designed around its owners’lifestyle, with the character and individuality they hoped for
- RENOVATION
Fragar
Kitchen, family room, main ensuite and outdoor entertaining.
- COMPLETED PROJECT
Olivet
Contemporary residential design with clean lines and practical living spaces.
- OWNER BUILD
Elderslie
Designed for an owner build, with support through construction.
- Why Adan
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Creativity grounded in how homes are built
Structural knowledge
Seven years in structural engineering gave Daniel a working understanding of construction that shapes every plan.
Individually customised
Every design starts with your ideas, needs and budget. It's never a standard plan adapted to fit.
Council in mind
We design within your local authority's guidelines and prepare the planning documentation, including for constrained blocks.
Recognised by peers
A long-time BDA member, Daniel holds accreditation and has received multiple Chapter and State-level design awards.
- In our clients' words
Thanks to Daniel, we now live in a beautiful, unique home that truly exceeds our expectations.
Charlie and Carmen Galea
New home · Ponds
“We had a building site which had several constraints… He then saw it right through the council approval process, taking the initiative to follow them up at the appropriate times and keep us informed.”
Scott and Samira Wiemer
New home · Thornleigh
“Daniel listened closely to our ideas, needs, and budget, and brought a creative and practical vision to the table… The plans were detailed, thoughtfully considered and tailored perfectly to our lifestyle.”
Taeao and Michelle Epati
Renovation
- The team
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The people behind your design
Principal and Head Designer
Daniel Briffa
3D Modeller and Draftsperson
James Mackay
James joined Adan Creative Designs in early 2023. With an ethusiastic approach to his work and an ability to learn quickly, James has become our in-house 3D modeller and Draftsperson.
His 3D models help our clients bring their homes to life by providing a video walk through experience.
James is currently completing his studies with Built Form Design Academy.
- START YOUR PROJECT
Your home,
designed with you
Planning a new home, renovation or development? Tell us about your site and your ideas, and Daniel will talk you through how we can help.