Shaun Lockyer Architects (SLa) award winning Brisbane architects formed in 2009 to focus on modernist architecture that connects people and place. Inherent within each project is a desire to craft memorable, sustainable and efficient design solutions that add value to the inhabitants’ lives. SLa engages in the design and delivery of bespoke architectural homes for private clients who value a collaborative and transparent design process. Each SLa commission employs a versatility and passion that transcends scale and budget.
The firm is led by Shaun Lockyer, AIA, who presents over 20 years of international design experience, including four years as an associate at SAOTA in South Africa, and nine years as Director and Partner at Arkhefield in Brisbane, QLD. Outside of the practice, Shaun is recognised for his contribution to architectural education and support of the profession. Alongside Shaun, Jen Negline was appointed as the first associate in the practice in 2016, and leads the large-scale projects for the firm.
The outcomes of all the work at SLa are a reflection of the extraordinary efforts of the team which is comprised of Adam Laming, Andrew Brown, Catherine Forsyth, David Langley, Georgia Calvino, Ivy Verlaat, Jen Negline, Kevin Li, Kristy Vaughan, Laura King, Lucy Hyndman, Lyle Mitrovich, Matt Napper, Michael Ford, Neva Wethereld and Nikki Seeto.
Shaun Lockyer Architects is an A+ member of the Australian Institute of Architects.
LOCATION: Newstead, QLD, Australia
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Project: Straddie Shack Architecture and Interiors: Shaun Lockyer Architects Builder: Henderson Construction Engineering: Westera Partners Location: North Stradbroke Island, Queensland, Australia Photo Credits: Maree Homer The Straddie Shack, Point Lookout, North Stradbroke Island involves a small re-calibration of a Donovan Hill designed beach house to complete the internal courtyard space and add a rear deck […]
The Chambers House is the restoration of a raw, crafted, modernist building which presented a number of practical and deterioration challenges to overcome.
Witta Circle house is a family beach home situated on the Noosa River. The design draws inspiration from Brazilian modernism, but seeks to ground itself within the local context, climate and culture.
The Battle Star House is named in response to serendipitous feedback from neighbours and onlookers to the provocative nature of the architecture.
Alexandra House involved the conversion of a turn of the century boarding house and pathology lab into a functional family home.
A Queenslander in the leafy suburb of Paddington takes on a new personality with this very progressive and unexpected double-height extension.
Onedin House [one-e-din] is a contemporary home inspired by mid-century modern work that continues to underpin the narrative of work within SLa.
Sorrel House is a project that explores the juxtaposition between historical context and contemporary architecture within a broader subtropical paradigm. Beyond the initial stark contrast that presents between the new and old, a more subtle debate about edges, openings and thresholds is being had.
