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Flexible, Open Learning Spaces

This inspirational educational space provides flexible, open learning spaces to suit small children. The design boldly removes all fixed walls between three teaching spaces, connecting them by a central timber spine.

Flexibility in Form

The Link is an exciting, flexible public space that uses timber to reference traditional Brisbane rivercraft and to complement the new relaxed, informal and lushly landscaped spaces.

A Fun Fitout for Shukufuku

This bright, fun interior fitout continually reinforces the store's brand identity, while the feature timber flooring and wall adds warmth and texture to a clean, sleek space.

2017 ATDA Standalone Structure Winner: Dynamics in Impermanence

Dynamics in Impermanence is the 2017 winner of the Australian Timber Design Awards, Standalone Structure category. The structure uses an unconventional approach to design and fabrication that showcases the versatile material properties of plywood.

a large auditorium with seats and stairs

Arena Stage, Mead Center

Engineered timber features prominently in this US$135 million remodelling of the national centre for presentation, development and study of American theatre.

London Calling

Commissioned by a couple in London, the designer overcame distance and logistics to produce a long lasting and beautiful piece of furniture. The natural character and beauty of the macassar ebony is showcased, and the sound environmental use of sustainably harvested products is championed.

2017 ATDA Recycled Timber Winner: Court House

Court House is the 2017 winner of the Australian Timber Design Awards, Recycled Timber category. This modest timber dwelling explores the more informal way of living in a coastal bush landscape.

a room with brick walls and wooden beams

Warehouse of Time - Preservation on the Bank of Honjo

FT Architect’s Archery Hall is a renovation of a brick warehouse from 1896, first designed and built by Shimizu-ten to store silk worm cocoons.

a room with wood walls and a couch and a rug

2017 ATDA Small Budget Project: Henry Street House

Henry Street House is the 2017 winner of the Australian Timber Design Awards, Small Budget Project category. Laminated hoop pine acts as a unifying texture throughout the project, which was delivered on a tight budget and required a disciplined approached to the design gestures.

A Dynamic Second Skin

Featuring a dynamic second skin made from timber battens, this efficient and elegant project renews the traditional vet hospital look. The battens create a veil that oscillates between transparent and solid, opening and closing views to the interior as the visitor approaches.

a circular ceiling with a spiral staircase

A Space Optimised for Acoustic Performance

This intimate venue is designed with a high level of acoustic performance. The auditorium interior, optimised for chamber music, is a musical instrument in itself, providing fullness, clarity, richness and warmth.

a hallway with a wooden shelf and a white wall

Refurbishing a 1960s Heritage Theatre

This 1960s heritage listed theatre was taken back to core fabric – the elegant timber panelling was considered of ‘heritage interest’, and was maintained to recognise the unique qualities of the original design. The theatre remains contemporary and uniquely Melbourne, but is now revitalised, attracting a greater diversity of users.