Shambhala's architect is Chris Vandyke of Chris Vandyke Designs. Winner of 4 National and 14 State designs, Chris Vandyke Designs specialises in open plan buildings that are drawn from Tropical, Asian and Mediterranean influences and formed to suit a distinctively Australian style.

He is passionate about creating low impact buildings with a small environmental footprint, utilising passive solar design, shading and environmentally sustainable materials and focusing on the use of water features and indoor/outdoor living.

Built in 2004 by Keith Tesch (Mossman) Shambhala has received the following design accolades:

	Building Designers Association of Australia National Awards 2005 • National Winner - Houses Up To 250sqm • Highly Commended - Environmental & Energy Efficient Design
	Building Designers Association of Queensland State Awards 2004 • Winner - Timber Queensland 'The New Queenslander' Award • Winner - Environmentally Sustainable Homes • Winner - Houses Up To 250sqm
	Timber Development Association Awards 2004 • Outright National Winner • Highly Commended - Environmental Design
	Queensland Master Builders Association Awards 2004 • North Queensland Regional Winner - Housing And Construction