Timber

Gray Puksand

201 Kent St

This project explores how thoughtful material application and spatial sequencing can transform functional areas into meaningful architectural experiences, demonstrating how consistency in detail, proportion and finish can create a sense of calm, continuity and connection within compact environments while reinforcing the dialogue between heritage context and contemporary design.

Studio 103

555 Collins

Step into a layered interior experience at 555 Collins Street, where four distinct environments unfold across Levels 6 and 20, each inspired by the textures, tones and atmospheres of Melbourne’s laneways, hospitality venues and wellness spaces; from light-filled, coastal-inflected settings to refined, spa-like retreats and urban, design-led work zones, the project weaves together varied spatial identities through a unifying language of curved timber battens, textured surfaces and carefully choreographed movement, creating a workplace that feels immersive, dynamic and deeply connected to the character of the city.

Architectus

University of Melbourne

The University of Melbourne’s Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT) is not just expanding but revolutionising its research and educational facilities. As part of this transformation, the Brutalist-style Block D building on the Parkville campus has undergone a significant refurbishment, thanks to the creative vision of Architectus. The architect’s goal was clear: to create a warm, inviting timber oasis that would juxtapose the more functional laboratories. The initial plan to use Blackbutt timber had to be revised due to supply issues following the devastating 2018 Australian wildfires. We pivoted to Mixed Australian Hardwoods, a sustainable and aesthetically pleasing alternative that aligned perfectly with the design intent.