Architect (Melbourne)
ROLE
We are seeking an Architect with a strong design sensibility and a deep interest in contemporary design technologies. This role is suited to an Architect who combines a critical eye with the ability to explore, resolve and communicate complex architectural ideas through advanced digital tools. While this is not a specialist “computational designer” role, experience with parametric and computational workflows is highly valued, as it often underpins the type of design thinking, rigour and efficiency we are looking for. A strong working knowledge of AI tools within the architectural design space is also highly desirable.
You will work closely with project leaders and design teams across all stages of a project, contributing to concept development, design resolution, and representation. You will also play an active role in advancing design-related efficiencies within the practice, exploring how emerging software and workflows can meaningfully support architectural outcomes.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Contribute to architectural design and documentation across concept, design development and delivery phases
Develop and communicate complex design ideas through advanced digital modelling, visualisation and documentation tools
Use parametric, computational and generative workflows where appropriate to support design exploration and efficiency
Apply AI-based tools to assist with design, iteration, analysis and representation
Identify opportunities for improving design workflows, processes and efficiencies through technology
Research, test and introduce new software, tools or workflows relevant to architectural design
Collaborate with project teams to integrate advanced digital approaches into broader design processes
TO APPLY
For more about us and role, see our link in bio (wardle.studio/contact/opportunities)
Please email [email protected] ensuring that you clearly identify the role you are applying for in the subject line and provide a clear indication on your availability.
Opened in late February, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal Has consolidated their Melbourne services to a central CBD location at 300 La Trobe Street. Wardle has refreshed eight levels of a 1990’s tower, providing updated access and services to Melbournians.
The new headquarters offers contemporary hearing and mediation rooms and waiting areas featuring advanced digital capabilities for hearing, mediation and remote witnesses. Importantly VCAT now integrates legal and support services such as Victorian Legal Aid, State Trustees and the Office of the Public Advocate in the one building.
VCAT CEO, Fiona Chamberlain, says the new venue will equip VCAT to meet the diverse and changing needs of the community. “VCAT service users are at the heart of what we do. The building has been designed in consultation with service users and staff to help us deliver an accessible, welcoming and comfortable space for people accessing our services and support.”
We're proud to be involved with Melbourne Design Week with Yiaga: The Craft of Place.
Designed by Wardle, Yiaga is Melbourne/Naarm’s newest fine dining venue. In a unique partnership, executive chef Hugh Allen and Wardle have focused on homegrown craft and design excellence, developing a sophisticated Australian dining experience in the Fitzroy Gardens.
Wardle will share stories of the making of Yiaga. Joining John and Hugh are the craftspeople who have collaborated on the composition of the venue.
@jongoulder@andrewcarvolth@vivienne_l_wong@rossthompson_furniture@adammarkowitzdesign@ruthallenglass
#MelbourneDesignWeek #NGV #CreativeVic #CreativeState @NGVMelbourne@Creative_Vic
Big congratulations to Bahman Andalib (Associate) and Keiko Mino (Associate Principal) on their new roles at Wardle.
Formally commencing at Wardle in December 2025, Bahman been immersed in multi-residential projects across Melbourne. He is bringing a considered approach and thoughtful design innovation to the work. With experience spanning education, public and multi-residential sectors, Bahman’s background is an excellent fit for Wardle.
Keiko started at Wardle earlier this year and has quickly become a key part of the team, leading multi-residential projects in Sydney. With extensive experience across multi-unit residential and student accommodation developments, she brings strong technical rigour and a calm, collaborative approach to our growing workload.
Both have made an immediate impact across our multi-residential work in Victoria and Sydney—bringing thoughtful design, technical strength and great collaboration to the team.
John Wardle from @wardle.studio joined us on the @big_design_adventure podcast and here’s more of his extraordinary work.
Captain Kelly’s Cottage and Shearers Quarters on Bruny Island, Tasmania.
Listen now, wherever you get your podcasts.
James Loder recently joined Anthony Burke’s BY DESIGN podcast on the episode ‘How AI is reshaping architecture’ to talk about the problems and possibilities presented by the emergence and subsequent ubiquity of AI.
Find the episode on ABC listen or your favourite podcast app.
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Project Lead (Melbourne)
ROLE
An exciting opportunity has emerged for a talented and experienced project lead architect with experience in delivery of large-scale multi-residential projects to join our team.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Experience in apartment planning for high density living and high-end luxury multi-residential
Exemplary client engagement skills. Registered architect with 10+ years’ experience of multi-residential projects. Ability to manage teams and large-scale (300+ apartments) projects and from design development to completion. Comprehensive understanding of contractual responsibilities including scope and deliverables. Exemplary project planning: resource modelling, programming, and task allocation. Excellent technical knowledge, documentation & Revit skills.
TO APPLY
For more about us and role, see our link in bio (wardle.studio/contact/opportunities)
Please email [email protected] ensuring that you clearly identify the role you are applying for in the subject line and provide a clear indication on your availability.
Interior Design Lead (Melbourne)
ROLE
We are seeking a talented and experienced interior designer to become part of our collaborative team and work on large-scale, multi-residential projects.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
10+ years’ experience in interior design. High attention to detail with excellent technical knowledge. Experience in apartment planning for high density living and high-end luxury multi-residential. Exemplary client engagement & presentation skills. High proficiency in Revit, Microsoft Suite and Adobe Creative Suite software. Ability to effectively communicate, lead and work as part of a collaborative team. Documentation experience, sustainable materials and FF&E specification
TO APPLY
For more about us and role, see our link in bio (wardle.studio/contact/opportunities)
Please email [email protected] ensuring that you clearly identify the role you are applying for in the subject line and provide a clear indication on your availability.
Light and shadows doing the decorating at Yiaga. Sun filtering through the surrounding elm and gum trees, casting shadows across raw bricks by third generation legendary brickmaker @krausebricks the curved leather table bases designed by John Wardle with makers / designers @andrewcarvolth and @jongoulder amber glasses by @alexandrahirstglass garden designed by @peachy_green_ 💚
Autumn is just starting to settle in. Captured beautifully by friend of the Yiaga @jasonloucas@wardle.studio
In Conversation | Architect John Wardle on Designing Yiaga
Set quietly within Melbourne’s Fitzroy Gardens, Yiaga brings together architecture, landscape and dining in a deeply considered way. Designed by John Wardle in close collaboration with chef Hugh Allen, the restaurant draws on Australian materials, craft and produce — from the curving terracotta interiors to the open kitchen that anchors the room.
Discover more about shaping a restaurant where space, craft and food come together on estliving.com — link in bio.
Architect John Wardle on Designing Yiaga published on estliving.com
Editor @sophielewis_____
Video @alexatkinss_
Architecture & Interior Design @wardle.studio
Chef & Co-owner @hughsallen
This International Womens Day we are launching an interview series honoring women who raise the standard over at flagbearers.com.au
A handful of us, whether admirer, advocate or mentee have reached out to someone we find inspiring to hear a little more about their story. We have Tine Van de Wiele with Els Van Meerbeek, Megan Fraser with Emma Jackson, Justine Makin with Justine Clark and Rick Jordan with Gumji Kang.
Why not use this occasion to reach out to someone - both for the potential insights and to ripple their flag a bit.
#IWD
We're delighted to congratulate Meg Kelso, the recipient of the the 2026 Wardle Craft Prize which was presented to last evening by our own Michelle Gan.
Fresh! 2026 presented by Craft @craftvictoria is on now - until 28th March. Meg showed two pieces of work in the exhibition, and was awarded the prize for her works:
Look Up You Can See The Sky #2 - #6, 2025
ash, transparent medium on cotton rag
56 x 76cm ea
&
Things That Were Light series, 2025
blown glass, reclaimed glass fruit, kiln sand, ash
dimensions variable
Credit:
Installation view of Meg’s Kelso’s work in Fresh! 2026
Image courtesy Craft Victoria @craftvictoria
Photo: Claire Armstrong
