Contreras Earl Architecture

Contreras Earl Architecture (CEA) is led by Rafael Contreras and Monica Earl. We founded Contreras Earl Architecture to design original, inventive, ground-breaking buildings that contribute to the evolution of architecture and toward a better future for our communities and cities. We create buildings, spaces, masterplans and objects that are biologically informed and digitally engineered. From mid-sized commercial buildings and mixed-use developments to high-end apartments and bespoke objects, it’s not about the scale of your project, but the scale of your ambition. As architects, we are problem solvers and innovators. We challenge old conventions and contribute new ideas. We believe architecture should evolve with technology, and we embrace the latest technology to push the boundaries of architecture. By using advanced software, robotics, materials and construction processes, we are liberated from traditional building practices and forms, and free to explore more creative, avant-garde ideas. Our design process is driven by the careful analysis of contemporary life and the desire to create buildings that coexist with the built and natural environment. We synthesize research and understand patterns in nature to deliver site-specific solutions that are rich, beautiful and functional – like the natural world. The architecture that emerges is innovative and advanced, imbued with warmth, soul and artistry. Sculptural forms and organic lines encourage public engagement and optimise environmental performance. These are not just grand gestures or bold forms, but reflect our design ethos to realise a better world. Freed from tradition and convention, we can contribute to the evolution of architecture, and together we can create a better future for our urban and natural environments.

DWA Architects

Perth based Architectural practice with a broad history of educational, commercial, and specialised projects across the state of Western Australia. We focus on design excellence, optimising the client's brief within their budget, and look for the creation of a sustainable building that improves the lives of those who inhabit it. HISTORY DWA Architects is an awarded architectural practice which started in WA by EH Summerhayes in 1893, passed down through three generations (Summerhayes Way & Associates) to become Darryl Way & Associates in 1991 and now operates as DWA Architects. The current directors, Mark Langdon and Duncan McLagan bring together a broad knowledge in educational, civic, multi-residential, commercial and aged-care fields. The projects undertaken by the practice over the last 25 years demonstrate a variety of innovative, architectural solutions that are creative and cost effective. EXPERIENCE Our experience is broad based, from educational and justice, to commercial public/civic building projects in a range of locations throughout the state. This experience has included the full range of architectural services, and demonstrates our understanding and project management capabilities. Our educational works comprise a wide range of private and government facilities and each seek to invigorate the learning environments. We have completed a variety of work including: masterplans, feasibility studies, refurbishments, extensions, minor works, and complete new builds. DWA Architects brings a commitment to client focus and the achievement of quality results. Teamwork is an essential factor within our structure and approach in which we endeavour to inform and involve the client and stakeholders in the design and decision-making process throughout the entire project. Our Team Members: Director: Mark Langdon Director: Duncan McLagan BIM Manager: John Andrews Architect: Herarn Perera Contact us with your next project!

Corkery Consulting

Corkery Consulting is an award winning studio of landscape architects committed to the creation of engaging, enjoyable and sustainable public places. We engage with and deliver a diverse range of projects in the public domain – including site master planning, urban landscape design of public spaces, infrastructure and visual assessment. We share a common view with our clients that the best outcomes are achieved through a truly collaborative relationship. Our senior staff are highly qualified and experienced professionals who have managed and worked on projects throughout Australia and overseas. Their experience extends across Australia, Spain, USA, China, Hong Kong, Thailand, Brunei, Nepal, New Caledonia and Azerbaijan. Each of our projects begins by clearly defining its purpose and context. This informs our project and client-focused approach, asking the right questions from the very beginning to ensure design outcomes are both creative and appropriate.

DREAMER

Dreamer is a research based inter-disciplinary design studio. We see every design project as an opportunity to incrementally shift human behaviour and effect positive change for people and the natural environment.

Fiona Robbé Landscape Architects

We are a specialised team of playspace and landscape design experts based in Arcadia, Sydney. Our team consists of a dedicated group that brings together a range of relevant skills and experience. Our projects range from the very large and complex to the small and simple, from working with government bodies to parent groups. Our practice firmly commits to the notion that investment in quality play environments is one of the decisive social investments in a sustainable, peaceful, cross-cultural future. Our designs: – explore the rich and unique ambience of their settings, while intensifying the focus on children’s needs and experiences in an environment of exuberance, challenge and wonder; – celebrate the joy and spontaneity that children bring to our lives; – communicate to children that they are valued, important people in our society; and – welcome children and their families and carers to an environment where their needs, interests and abilities have been reflected in the landscape design. We strive to uphold the theory of Universal Design to its highest ideological interpretation – for people of all ages, abilities and ethnic origins to feel included in the play environment, and to accomplish this at all levels: socially, emotionally and intellectually. We follow a design process which respects children and young people as responsible, responsive, reflective stewards of the earth. Children are our common wealth, and our future; and tapping into their optimism and creative curiosity about the world and themselves is key to managing a peaceful and sustainable future for our planet. We design specifically to encourage children and young people to explore their environment and themselves through joyous and playful interactions. Playful interactions develop children’s innate skills of curiosity, investigation, problem solving and communication. Positive environments lead children to a way of thinking that is collaborative, connected and commun