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DESIGN ACADEMY

Real Skills. Real Projects. Zero Gatekeeping.

No university. No traditional pathway.
Just passion, persistence, and real-world experience 
If I could build a career in home design from scratch, you can too!!

What You'll Actually Learn Here

Design Academy is designed to provide beginner-friendly exposure to the architectural and construction industry.

Concept design

Digital modelling

Documentation

Council processes

Construction awareness

Workflow systems

Industry communication

“We don’t just teach software we teach how real projects work.”

Modern house design project - CAD Consultants NZ Design Academy
Who Design Academy Is For

Students

Students interested in architecture and industry understanding.

Future Professionals

Learn how architectural projects really operate.

Junior Designers

Build workflow confidence and project awareness.

Career Changers

Transition into architecture with beginner-friendly guidance.

Beginners

Perfect for people wanting real-world industry insight.

Workflow Learners

Understand documentation, systems, and communication.

From Concept → Consent

All memberships provide insight into the full architectural process with increasing depth, workflow understanding, and industry exposure.

Client Brief

Concept Design

Developed Design

Digital Modelling

Documentation

Council & Consent

Construction Awareness

Membership Packages

STARTER

Foundations

$120

/month

1 Session/Week

Learn the basics of every stage of the architectural process.

✓ Full concept to consent overview
✓ Intro to design & spatial planning
✓ Basic ArchiCAD & modelling
✓ Understanding drawings
✓ Intro to documentation
✓ Basic council & consent awareness
✓ Construction understanding basics

GROWTH

Skills & Workflow

$240

/month

2 Sessions/Week

Develop practical understanding across the full design process.

✓ Deeper concept to consent training
✓ Intermediate modelling workflows
✓ Documentation coordination
✓ Understanding council requirements
✓ Consent process awareness
✓ Project workflows & office systems
✓ Industry guest speaker sessions

PRO

Industry Ready

$480

/month

2 Sessions/Week

Gain advanced insight into the complete project lifecycle.

✓ Full concept to consent workflows
✓ Advanced documentation
✓ Council submissions & RFIs
✓ Construction processes & detailing
✓ Consultant coordination
✓ Real project management insight
✓ Portfolio & career development

Learn From Industry Professionals

Students may gain access to live Q&A sessions and discussions with professionals involved in real-world projects.

Architects

Planners

Builders

Consultants

Engineers

Surveyors

Why Students Choose Design Academy

 No tests or

exams

Beginner-friendly guidance

 Relaxed learning environment

 Workflow understanding

Real-world industry mentorship

 Industry exposure

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