Baxter and Jacobson Architects have expertise in designing adaptive re-use of old CBD building stock in Manly CBD and Northern Beaches

Thoroughly conversant with opportunities & constraints of Council Development codes BJA design to optimise FSR, height and building envelope form to maximise nett lettable area whilst achieving landmark premises, many in Heritage listed buildings

Projects include single level toy-stores, clothing boutiques and organic farm produce outlets plus multi-level corporate branded surf retail headquarters where product sales and offices combine.

Guiding the DAs through the approvals process takes deft hand and experience of years BJA design solutions respect local heritage, context and local character while allowing brands to show their identity and establish identifiable landmarks

Quicksilver Boardriders store employed a large sculptured void through the 1^st floor to create dramatic spatial effect and to increase visibility drawing customers up to the second level.