About Cadence & Co

Our Story and Values

Cadence & Co was founded in 2013 by Darren Mills and Mark Campbell with a clear idea:
to bring exceptional architectural design and proven construction expertise together within one collaborative team.

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A shared vision

Darren and Mark set out to establish a new service model for residential design and construction. Their vision was to give clients one experienced team capable of guiding a home from its earliest idea through to completion.

One integrated team

Design and construction,
working together

Architecture, interior design and construction were brought together within a single collaborative environment. This integrated approach allowed every discipline to contribute throughout the process, creating clearer communication, greater cost certainty and a more seamless experience for clients.

Meet the team
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The values that guide us

One team, one vision

The strongest outcomes come from genuine collaboration. By bringing our clients, designers, builders and specialist partners together from the beginning, we create a shared understanding of every project and its possibilities.

Stone-clad entry portico with pivoting bronze door at Melody House

Design with purpose

A home should be beautiful, functional and deeply personal. We design around the way our clients live, balancing architectural ambition with comfort, practicality and a strong sense of place.

Stone-clad entry portico with pivoting bronze door at Melody House

Craft without compromise

Quality is found in the decisions others may overlook. From the broader architectural vision to the smallest constructed detail, we approach every project with care, precision and respect for enduring craftsmanship.

Stone-clad entry portico with pivoting bronze door at Melody House

Built for the future

We create homes intended to serve people for generations. This means considering longevity, environmental responsibility and the lasting contribution each project makes to its occupants, its setting and its wider community.