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2022 DMN Committee of Management
Luke Middleton (Committee Member)
EME design
For over two decades, Luke has been committed to creating beautiful and efficient architecture. Luke’s approach combines design with research and education. Driven by a passion to deliver positive architectural outcomes, he has received 50+ awards for both design and research including: Building Design of the Year 2017, Best of the Best 2018 - Sustainability Awards, Best Industry Paper - SASBE 2018.
Luke’s experience in design, sustainability, education, and advocacy will complement and enhance the growth of Design Matters National’s leadership and influence throughout Australia. Catherine Ciavarella (Committee Member)
RMIT – Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)
Catherine has over 40 years’ experience in the Building Design Industry. Catherine has been the coordinator of the Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) with RMIT, for 9 years. In her building design practice, she has been involved with architectural services for new works, additions and alterations and heritage projects for both the public and private sector clients since 1981. Catherine has a broad range of experience across residential, education, special needs, commercial and civic projects.
Ingrid Hornung (President)
Designs for You
Ingrid has been working as a Melbourne-based building designer since 1996 and has been an active member of DMN since 2002; she is currently serving as President.
Ingrid’s passion is creating and adapting homes for her clients in a way that combines delight, practicality and sustainability. She is a firm believer that that every renovation is an opportunity to make a difference, to both people and the environment; and is committed to giving back to an association that has always focused on supporting and promoting its members. Peter Lombo (Vice President)
Archsign
Peter graduated at RMIT University in 1986 with an Associate Diploma of Architectural Technology and founded Archsign in 1988.
Peter’s passion for collaboration and rapport with his team ensure the best quality in design and value for clients. His direction is prominent during the quality assurance of the design, documentation and construction phase, including ongoing coordination with client representatives, project managers and consultants. Peter is a member of the Building Practitioners’ Board (BPB) and has received a number of awards for his work.
Right: Newport Specialists Centre, Archsign
Newport Complete Family Care ILUKA, Ocean Grove, Archsign and Mila Development Group
Greg Blanch (Treasurer)
DETAIL 3 Building Design
Working in architecture since 1975, Greg holds an Advanced Diploma Building Design and Project Administration With a broad understanding of architectural practice, Greg has special expertise in the technical aspects of design development, documentation and contract administration. Greg has also provided significant mentoring and specialist consulting, particularly with regards to general architectural practice and contractual arrangements. Greg has lectured nationally and locally on behalf of the Australia Institute of Architects. Dominique Hunter (Immediate Past President)
Hunter & Richards
Dominique is a registered building practitioner, founder and design director at Hunter & Richards Interior Design. Bringing more than 20 years’ design expertise and industry knowledge, Dominique has served on the Committee of Management for 12 years, having held both the position of Treasurer and Vice President. Dominique’s ambition is to help the Association shape a cohesive design industry, built on teamwork and collaboration amongst all design parties, driving the celebration of good building design through continued education, advocacy and communication.
Left: Escala Newquay, an eclectic collection of innovative lofts, stylish apartments and home offices. By DETAIL 3 Building Design.
Jeremy Spencer (Committee Member)
Positive Footprints
A registered builder since 2006 and Thermal Performance Assessor since 2004, Jeremy is director at Design & Building company Positive Footprints. Positive Footprints combine sustainable design, thermal assessment, and construction into one company, making high performance sustainable homes and renovations easy to achieve and affordable. Along with his co-director wife, and team of committed craftsmen, they make modern low impact living a reality for clients.
Jeremy has given numerous lecturers over the years, taught with Master Builders Greenliving program, and co-hosted a building segment on ABC radio, in an effort to spread what he has learnt, and make sustainable construction a mainstream proposition. Jason Saunders (Committee Member)
Arc Seven.1
arc seven.1 building and interior design, is a multi-award-winning practice established in 2004. As part of a small professional team, Jason Saunders has over 20 years’ experience in offering a personalised, individual design service. Committed to design excellence, Jason provides innovative solutions that are tailored to the clients’ requirements with each project reflecting the individuality of the client, their lifestyle, as well as the location of the site.
Darron Lyons (Committee Member)
The Red Shed
Darron has been an active Member of Design Matters National since 2016, a building designer for almost 20 years, and he has owned The Red Shed since 2007. The Red Shed is a team of professional Building Designers specialising in new residential, residential extensions, new commercial and commercial extensions. Darron’s passion is working closely with his clients to build custom-designed homes that meet his client’s brief, are functional and sustainable. Darron brings unique skills and experience to the Committee of Management and wants to explore crosslearning opportunities with his fellow Members about the climatic differences between Victorian and NT building design.
