Founded in 2003 by brothers Derek and James Collins, Collins W Collins is a proud family-owned and operated building design company with over two decades of experience. We are passionate about creating elegant, environmentally-friendly designs that meet the unique needs of our clients. Based on the Mid North Coast, we proudly serve the entire region, including Port Macquarie, Taree, Forster, Kempsey, South West Rocks, Crescent Head, Wauchope, Laurieton, and Old Bar. Specialising in residential, commercial, and industrial projects, we offer complete design packages that cover everything from concept development to organising builders for construction. For more information about our services, don’t hesitate to contact us.
In memory of…
We often get asked why there is a ‘W’ in Collins W Collins, a lot of people assume it is short for ‘with’ however there is a sombre, heartfelt story behind our W. Back in 2001 James moved home to Port Macquarie to start working as a junior Designer with John Walsh at Walsh Architects. John was a well-loved local personality that James connected with immediately when he realised their mutual passion for Rugby league. In 2003, John met Derek and offered him a job if he ever decided to return to Port Macquarie with his family.
Within weeks, Derek packed up his house and family and moved back to Port Macquarie. The week prior to Derek commencing his employment with Walsh Architects, John was tragically killed in a work-place accident. Important discussions were had and big decisions were made to start a business. The next biggest decision was the name and there was no other name for us than Collins W Collins – Two Collins brothers who wouldn’t be where they are with out our W, John Walsh.
2018 Building Designers Association of Australia See More
Winner - New Best Use of Architectural Product
ITI (Innovative Timber Ideas)
2018 Building Designers Association of Australia
Winner - New Residential
351 - 450sqm under $2,000 per sqm
2018 Building Designers Association of Australia See More
Winner - Commercial Buildings
2018 Building Designers Association of Australia See More
Winner - Best Use of Architectural Product
James Hardie
2018 Building Designers Association of Australia See More
Winner - Non Residential Interiors
2016 Building Designers Association of Australia See More
Winner - Best New Residential
251 – 350sqm under $2,000 per sqm
2016 Building Designers Association of Australia See More
Winner - Best Use of Architectural Product
James Hardie
2016 Building Designers Association of Australia See More
Winner - National House of the year
2016 HIA - Northern NSW Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards See More
Winner - Renovation/Addition Project of the year (awarded to builder)
2016 HIA - Northern NSW Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards See More
Winner - Northern NSW Custom Built home of the Year (awarded to builder)
2016 HIA - Northern NSW Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards See More
Winner - Northern NSW Custom Built home up to $600,000 (awarded to builder)
2016 HIA-CSR Australian Housing Awards See More
Winner - NSW Custom Built home $600,000 - $1 Million (awarded to builder)
2016 Building Designers Association of Australia See More
Winner - Best Use of Architectural Product
Colorbond
2016 Building Designers Association of Australia See More
Winner - New Residential
351 - 450sqm under $2,000 per sqm
2016 HIA - Northern NSW Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards See More
Winner - Home of the year (awarded to builder)
2011 Port Macquarie Business Awards
Finalist - Professional Business Services
2011 Building Designers Association of NSW
Winner - Best Use of Architectural Product
Austral Brick Company
2008 Building Designers Association of NSW
Winner - Small Lot Housing / Semi Dettached Dunbogan Dual Occ
2006 Building Designers Association of AUSTRALIA - National Design Awards
Winner - Residential Alterations and Additions over $125,000
Green Residence
2006 HIA Regional NSW Housing Awards
Winner - North Coast Display Home of the Year - (Awarded to Builder)
Better Homes Rainbow Beach Display Home
2006 Building Designers Association of NSW
Winner - Residential Alterations and Additions over $125,000
Green Residence
2006 Awards for Excellence in design and Heritage (Hastings NSW Region)
Winner - Colour Schemes Settlement City Centre Amenities Area
2006 Building Designers Association of NSW
Winner - Best Commercial Interior
Settlement City Centre Amenities Area
As a local business, Collins W Collins is committed to supporting our community by sponsoring and contributing to various local clubs and initiatives, including:
Collins W Collins also provides pro bono provision of services, such as:
