Hello! We're Wakana Design Co.
a building design studio servicing Cairns and the surrounding areas in Far North Queensland.
We don’t just draw plans
We ask the right questions to understand how you live, what isn’t working and what you want your home to become.
We provide residential building design for custom homes, renovations and extensions, from early concepts through to detailed construction documentation. Each project responds to its site, your lifestyle, budget and the local climate.
By combining technical knowledge with genuine listening, we create homes that work beautifully now and well into the future.
Designed for the way you live
From there, we consider how spaces connect, how people move through them and how natural light and ventilation can improve everyday comfort.
We also think about outlook, privacy, storage and how your needs may change over time.
Each decision is considered as part of the whole, rather than as an isolated feature. The result is thoughtful, climate-responsive design that feels calm, practical and grounded in place.
Meet the Designer behind Wakana
Wakana Design Co. is led by building designer Katrina Girling, bringing creative thinking, experience and a careful eye for detail to every project.
With a practical and deeply considered approach, Katrina designs homes that feel personal, purposeful and connected to their surroundings.
A clear path from ideas to plans
Designing or renovating a home can feel like a lot. We break the process into clear, manageable stages, from the first consultation and concept design through to detailed documentation and approvals support.
You’ll understand what’s happening, which decisions are needed and what comes next.
Have a project in mind?
Whether you’re planning a new home, considering a renovation or simply unsure where to begin, tell us a little about your property, ideas and priorities.
We’ll review your project and help you understand the most useful next step.