We work with councils, government agencies, community organisations and private developers on multi-residential, public and institutional projects. We also collaborate with selected smaller organisations and private clients where there’s strong alignment with our approach.

The earlier, the better. Engaging us at the outset – even before a brief is finalised or funding is confirmed – allows us to help test options, understand constraints and uncover opportunities. Early input often strengthens business cases, grant applications and internal approvals.

Our first conversation is about understanding your organisation’s objectives, project drivers and constraints. We’ll talk through context, budget, program and stakeholders, and share relevant experience. It’s an opportunity for both sides to confirm there’s a strong alignment before we proceed.

Yes. Our studio is based in Brisbane and we work on projects across Australia where our experience is a good match. For interstate work we combine site visits with digital workshops and online review to stay connected with your team.

We provide full architectural services from early feasibility and briefing through to design, documentation and contract administration during construction. We can also deliver specific stages – for example options studies, concept design, masterplanning or peer review – depending on your needs.

Yes. Interior architecture is integrated into our work. Planning, materials, joinery and furniture layouts are considered as part of a cohesive whole, to support how people actually use and experience the spaces.

Yes. We regularly lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, including structural and services engineers, planners, landscape architects, quantity surveyors, access consultants and other specialists. We work with you to establish the right team and keep everyone aligned with the project vision.

Our process allows for investigation and inquiry. We begin by listening – to your brief, your stakeholders and the site – then develop options through research, workshops, sketches and models. These ideas are refined into clear, coordinated documentation that supports planning approvals, funding milestones and construction.

Timeframes vary with scale and complexity, but as a guide:

• Early investigations, options and concept design: several weeks to a few months

• Detailed design and documentation: a few months or more, depending on scope, procurement method and approvals

At project commencement we prepare a tailored program that aligns with your internal governance and decision points.

We strongly recommend it. Acting as your architect during construction allows us to respond to queries, review shop drawings, monitor quality and certify payments. This supports risk management, protects design intent and helps deliver a built outcome that aligns with your expectations.

Yes. As registered architects we can guide you through relevant planning and building approval pathways. This includes preparing and coordinating documentation for Development Applications, Building Approvals and design review panels, and working closely with planners and certifiers.

Yes. We regularly respond to formal procurement processes for councils, government agencies and institutions. We’re comfortable working within probity requirements and structured evaluation criteria, and can provide concise, targeted submissions.

Yes. Many of our projects sit within established frameworks – for example, internal gateway processes, funding milestones or design review committees. We align our deliverables, workshops and reporting with these structures so the project progresses smoothly through your internal approvals.

Yes. We can advise on procurement strategies, prepare tender documentation, assist with shortlisting and tender processes, and review submissions. Where you already have a preferred contractor panel or builder, we’re happy to work within that structure.

We design with cost in mind from the outset. Early conversations focus on aligning scope and ambition with a realistic budget. We often work with quantity surveyors and cost planners at key design stages to test options and support value management without undermining project quality.

Our fees are tailored to the project scale, complexity and scope of services. For organisational clients we typically work on a percentage or fixed fee basis, aligned with clear stages such as feasibility, concept design, design development, documentation and construction phase services. Fees are outlined in a written proposal before you commit.

Yes. We’re used to working with quantity surveyors, project managers and client teams to review scope, test alternates and refine the design. Our aim is to retain the core project qualities while meeting budget and funding requirements.

We create place-responsive architecture that is grounded in context and community. Each project begins with listening and observation – understanding how people use the place now and how it might work in the future. We translate this into clear, robust design outcomes rather than a single signature style.

Yes. Sustainability is embedded, not added at the end. We consider orientation, climate, natural light and ventilation, thermal performance, material selection and long-term adaptability. Our goal is to deliver buildings that are efficient, resilient and comfortable for users over time.

Our projects share a commitment to clarity, generosity and integrity, but each one is particular to its site, brief and community. The outcome is shaped by your project’s objectives and context rather than a predetermined aesthetic.

You’ll work directly with our core studio team, with senior oversight throughout the project. We establish a clear point of contact and communication rhythm to suit your organisation – whether that’s regular project control group meetings, steering committee updates or more informal check-ins.

We’re experienced in working with multiple stakeholder groups, including internal teams, elected representatives, community organisations and user groups. We structure workshops and presentations so that technical and design issues are explained clearly, and feedback is captured and fed back into the design.

Clarity around project drivers, constraints and priorities is invaluable. Early alignment on scope, budget, program and governance helps us advocate for your organisation and the project with confidence. Throughout the process, timely feedback and decision-making help keep things moving.

Yes. We do take on a small number of private residential and smaller community projects each year where there is strong alignment with our approach, values and capacity. Our studio primarily works with councils, government agencies, developers and community organisations.

If you’re considering working with us on a home or small project, it’s helpful to have a sense of your budget range, timeframe and key priorities. We can then have an initial conversation to understand your brief, share how we work, and confirm whether we’re the right studio for your project.