Expert Residential Architect, Dual Occupancy & Granny Flat | Bellingen & Mid North Coast
I’m Dustin Leaney, Principal Architect at Dustin Leaney Homes & Architecture.
My goal is simple: To show each client the simplest and smartest path to achieve their building project, while exceeding their expectations in both design quality and service.
With over 30 years in the building industry, I take a lateral, problem-solving approach — often finding elegant solutions that others don’t see.
I’m passionate about creating efficient, affordable and beautiful buildings, that are also environmentally sensitive and highly responsive to their site.
Our Core Services
New Homes & Custom Residential Designs
As a primarily Residential Architect, every New or Custom home needs to balance three main criteria: Site & Council requirements, Lifestyle requirements and Budget Requirements. Dustin Leaney is an expert at navigating these often conflicting requirements, to achieve Beautiful, Site-Responsive, Sustainable Homes that suit your lifestyle (and budget). Visit our Projects page to see some of our 'New Home Builds'.
Renovations, Alterations & Additions
Every home has an intent or a purpose it was designed for. A successful renovation needs to be able to harness this original intent, and shape it to suit a new owner's lifestyle. Ideally we want to save as much of the original building (and carbon content) as we can but lift that original building to a new set of ideals. Visit our Projects page to see some of our 'Renovation Projects'.
Dual Occupancy Homes
Dustin Leaney, Homes & Architecture is well versed in Smart, council-compliant dual occupancy designs that help families and investors maximise land value while creating comfortable, modern living spaces. Whether you need a fast complying development approval or a Development Application that will maximise the use of your land, or NSW Government Pattern Book Design on your site, just click the 'Book Now' button below and get in touch. Visit our Projects page to see some of our 'Dual Occupancy Designs'.
Granny Flats, Studios & Secondary Dwellings
Carefully designed granny flats and secondary dwellings tailored to your family’s needs and your specific site conditions. Dustin Leaney is an expert at making small homes work. He has also created a range of tiny homes for POD Tiny Homes so you can purchase a premade Tiny Home for your site. Visit our Projects page to see some of our 'Granny Flat and Secondary Dwellings'.
Medium Density & Multi-Unit Housing
Practical designs for duplexes, townhouses, and small to large scale developments. Dustin Leaney is registered as a Building Design Practitioner, and is expert at the variety of regulations that now govern medium to high density housing. Whether you need a fast complying development Duplex, a NSW Government Pattern Book design on your site, or a custom designed Apartment building, Click the 'Book Now' button below and get in touch. Visit our Projects page to see some of our 'Apartment Building Designs'.
Project Homes & Small Homes
High-value, cost-effective homes for clients who want quality design without excessive fees. Dustin is passionate about stretching your dollar as far as it will go, and these designs make the most out of standard, easy to build components. All of these homes are environmentally designed making maximum use of solar orientation and environmentally sensitive materials, because a well designed home does not have to cost the Earth. Visit our Projects page to see some of our 'Small Homes' and 'Project Home' Designs.
My Process and Values
I believe the best projects happen when clients feel supported and informed.
That’s why I work methodically through a clear, well-defined process — from initial concept and site analysis, through design development, approvals, and documentation.
This approach significantly reduces stress during what can be a complex journey.
I’m committed to:
- Creating elegant buildings that are also practical and affordable.
- Designing homes that respond sensitively to your site and local environment.
- Helping you express your own unique style and vision.
- Providing honest advice and realistic solutions at every stage.
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