About Paragrid Architecture

We are a team of architects in Annandale focusing on heritage and conservation work.

Paragrid Architecture began in 1983 in a converted confectionery factory in Johnston Lane, Annandale, initially producing drafting equipment for designers and architects. Since then we have grown into a specialist practice focused on heritage restoration, thoughtful renovations and carefully considered additions.

Our portfolio includes small-scale residential projects and sensitive retail fitouts in the Strand Arcade, as well as the restoration of substantial terraces and grand mansions on Johnston Street, Annandale and various renovations and commercial work. We offer comprehensive services from initial concept design through to construction completion, including detailed heritage advice, planning assistance and experienced expert witness work. Our Annandale studio works on Mac computers using the latest version of Vectorworks and collaborates with a trusted team of consultants to deliver projects to completion.

Recognition for our work includes a Highly Commended in the 1993 Balmain Urban Ideas Competition and a Highly Commended in the 2009 National Trust Renovation category (>$1M) for Highroyd, 262 Johnston Street, Annandale. Our design process is driven by your brief, the particular characteristics of the site and the requirements of local council.

David Springett is the lead architect and designer, enjoys walking/gardening/building, sketching the historic buildings of Annandale and a cup of coffee and chocolate cake.

We do not impose a particular style, we work with you to develop the most appropriate, context-sensitive solution and can manage all stages of a project or provide specific services as required. We look forward to the opportunity to work with you to create a new home and to contribute to the careful conservation and adaptive reuse of heritage places.

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David Brett Springett

Nominated Architect NSW #4772
NSW Class 2 Principal Design Practitioner #965
NSW Class 2 Building Design Practitioner #2792
B. Sc. Arch (UNSW), B .Arch (UNSW), M.Arch (UTS)

David Springett

David Springett has over 30 years of experience as an architect and has taught at TAFE Sydney, UTS (as Senior Lecturer 1993-2006 and Head of School 2001), UNSW, and Whitehouse School of Design in Architecture .

He proactively provides practical education and supports and mentors staff and past students in becoming registered architects.

Picked up his first building tool at the age of 5, and has not stopped since!

With over a decade of experience, Charllote has led projects from residential developments to industrial-use approvals, demonstrating expertise in design, planning, and compliance. She is committed to delivering contextually responsive design that meets both client and regulatory expectations.

Charllote Santiago

Architectural Assistant
Master of Architecture (Curtin, 2025)

Sanjula Sundararajan

Architectural Intern
Bachelor of Architecture (Cardiff 2025)

Sanjula has over a year of experience working in Australia and overseas on residential and small commercial projects.

She is currently pursuing her Master of Architecture at the University of Sydney and is particularly interested in heritage developments and buildings.