With over 25 years’ in the Architecture and Construction industries, John is highly respected as a leader in his field. Having worked for the likes of dwp and Prior + Cheney, John has developed specialisations in education facility design and masterplanning having significantly contributed to over 145 education sector projects across his career.
John is passionate about the evolution of Architecture and the science behind how place and space impact our wellbeing and abilities to learn. His extensive knowledge of the latest thinking in design drivers, community consultation, pedagogy, innovation and innate ability to look outside of what was once considered the norm has seen him be widely recognised for developing award winning, high quality, creative spaces. John is an expert at connecting masterplanning and spatial planning, balanced with end user aspirations so that the physical environment supports the usability intent of our clients.
CO.OP Studio was engaged to create new accommodation for Rosebud Secondary College’s Houses, forming the first stage of the major redevelopment of the campus following the 2022 master plan. The main driver for the design of the new Houses came from the school’s desire to support vertical streaming within their teaching and learning system, an […]
Fitzroy Sports Centre (FSC) will be Australia’s first multi-level community indoor court facility. The Centre will provide sport and recreation opportunities for communities of all ages and skill levels within the northern suburbs surrounding Fitzroy. Planned as part of Development Victoria’s Fitzroy Gasworks redevelopment, the facility is being delivered adjacent to the recently completed Wurun […]
Australia’s beach and bathing culture is one that defines our national identity and has been a pastime for the masses and for people of all ages to enjoy. Helped by our hot summer days, and love of abundant sunshine, the local community pool has been the backdrop to so many of our best memories and […]
