I started Leaf Architecture in 2015 with the intention of creating a practice that has a strong focus and understanding of pedagogy and education design. I believe that through intentional, research driven design that we can improve the learning outcomes for the next generation. As architects in this sector, we have a unique opportunity and an obligation to draw upon the wealth of thinking across Australia and Internationally to craft a space that encourages the learning behaviours we need for the future workplace.

A grounding comment for me is that a Kindergarten child today will not complete school until 2034, whatever we think is relevant for today is already too late. We need to innovate and encourage lifelong learners.

My most proud work is the progressive upgrades at St Joseph’s Primary School in Kingswood and the Maronite College of the Holy Family in Harris Park. Both projects achieve this goal, through different strategies and means. To me, community is my driving value.

My role in the Leadership Team is to curate design within the framework of Leaf’s Design principles, establish a culture of learning, wellbeing, accountability and excellence and to assist with business strategy, marketing and business development.

I’m passionate about instilling in children a lifelong love of learning through the creation of inspiring learning environments, and I believe that education architecture can help make a positive impact in the world through both education and sustainability.

I’m equally passionate about developing the next generation of leaders and enhancing the wellbeing of people and the planet through positive, uplifting and responsible architecture and a supportive workplace culture.

The Leaf value that resonates the most with me is wellbeing. If we take good care of people and the planet, only good things will follow.

Michael has had over 30 years of experience in delivering construction projects in both the commercial and Government sectors. Michael’s skills encompass all aspects of project management, design overview and delivering projects on time and budget.

Michael is passionate about community and the delivery of projects that make a difference. He strongly believes successful projects are the result of positive collaborative relationships between Clients, Consultants and the Construction Team.

Michael’s strengths lie in his experience gained in a variety of roles: as an architect, project manager and Government client. This has given him a unique insight and all-round understanding requirements needed to deliver successful design-led projects on time and on-budget.

In my role at Leaf, I work with a range of teams to guide the design and delivery of medium to large projects.

I am passionate about education and Seniors’ Living architecture and have worked within this space for over 20 years.

I joined Leaf Architecture to embrace their focus on Community Architecture for which my past experience is a testimony to.