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We deliver a full scope of services.

Our Client list spans many sectors and facility types, including education, administration, early learning, retirement, aged care, performing arts, residential, sacred spaces and others.

14/04/2026

New spaces for learning and growth are now shaping everyday life at St Brigid’s Catholic Primary School in Healesville. Replacing ageing facilities, these new learning habitats are designed for Prep and Grade 1 students.

The building is carefully grounded into its steep site with brick blade walls and positioned to frame views out to the native surrounds. A new timber walkway runs along the southern facade, providing a seamless connection to existing buildings and play areas, and strengthening the transition between indoor and outdoor learning.

Internally, acoustic sliding doors enable varied teaching modes, with a warm material palette complemented by hardwood timber joinery, pinboard & wood wool ceilings; creating an inviting, student-centred environment.

We’re proud to have partnered with St Brigid’s and MACS and thank the builders and consultant team for their contributions.

Project Team:
Client:
Builder:
Structural & Civil Engineer: Helix Consultants
Services Engineer: BRT Consulting Engineers
Building Surveyor:

19/03/2026

At the end of 2025 Law Architects were delighted to annonce three new promotions; Chris Cogdon to Principal, Rachel Carew to Associate and Alex Kemp to Associate. These promotions acknowledge their contributions and leadership across the office and the broader design community.

Chris joined Law in 2014 and has been shaping many of our projects ever since. He enjoys interrogating project briefs, testing ideas through feasibility studies, and crafting strategic masterplans that respond thoughtfully to each site. With a calm, methodical approach, Chris brings consultants and contractors together to deliver well-resolved outcomes.

Since joining Law in 2019, Rachel has become a key part of our design and documentation team. She’s contributed to a range of projects, pairing a thoughtful design eye with comprehensive ArchiCAD expertise. Known for her collaborative spirit and attention to detail, Rachel helps keep projects moving smoothly with clear coordination and beautifully resolved documentation

Alex joined Law in 2021, quickly becoming an energetic and highly-valued team member & project leader. Alex balances working as a project architect with her role as Design Studio Leader at RMIT University. She is passionate about student-centred learning environments, and approaches each project with enthusiasm, thoughtful communication, and a collaborative mindset.

Image from left to right: Chris Cogdon, Rachel Carew and Alex Kemp.

10/03/2026

Today we celebrate Jenni Webster’s valuable contributions to humanitarian design during her time in India in late 2025.

After more than 30 years as an educational architect, half of them with Law Architects, Jenni embraced the opportunity to apply her experience in a new context by volunteering with The Anganwadi Project (TAP) in India. TAP works to create sustainable, low-cost education, health and community spaces for children and families in disadvantaged communities.

Jenni believes deeply in the power of education to transform lives and shape stronger communities and future leaders. Her time with TAP and Parijat Academy reaffirmed her belief that thoughtful design can inspire, uplift and bring hope to everyday life.

05/02/2026

The start of a new school year holds added significance for many of us at Law Architects, as several team members watch their children begin school or step into a new academic year. It’s a timely reminder of how deeply the environments around them influence their learning journey.

As the school year begins, we’re proud to play a role in designing environments that foster learning now and help build foundations for the future of today’s students, and for those who will follow in their footsteps.

This year we opened more than four brand new buildings and schools including:

- Wandong Primary School - new Learning Building and new Specialist Building ()
- Yirrama Primary School - brand new school ()
- St Marianne Cope - brand new school ()
- Kinders on School Sites - multiple brand new kinders across Victoria ()

We thank our collaborators for a rewarding commencement to the year, and look foward to forthcoming milestones.

22/01/2026

The new Welcome Building marks a proud new entry to Avila College; enhancing street presence, reflecting their Catholic identity, and delivering contemporary spaces for staff and visitors, alongside an innovative, all-electric Food Technology facility.

Project Team:
Client: and
Builder:
Structural & Civil Engineer:
Mechanical, Elecytical, Hydraulic and Fire Services: BRT Consulting Engineers
Landscape Architects: .au
Building Surveyor: Design Guide Building Surveyors
Town Planner:
Land Surveyor: Madigan Surveying
Geotechnical: Melbourne Geotechnics

Photographer:

16/01/2026

We are back at work in the Old Dairy, welcoming in the New Year with a brand new door! We love spilling out onto our quiet laneway for lunch or casual meetings whilst the warm breeze carries through the workspace and our furry friends are kept safe inside.

15/12/2025

A huge thank you to all our collaborators in 2025!

Our office will close at 12pm on Friday 19 December 2025 and re-open on Monday 12 January 2026.

Wishing everyone a relaxing and joyful break and a very happy new year!

12/12/2025

The new Xavier Flood Senior Learning Centre at Damascus College sits within the rich landscape of Wadawurrung Country. Framed by mature eucalypts and vast skies, the building feels closely connected to its surroundings, creating a sense of welcome and calm.

Inspired by its surrounding sky-bound treetops, the variety of learning settings are dappled in warm, earthy tones and softer greens and blues. Along with the visual connections between indoor and outdoor, the resulting spaces encourage focus and wellbeing. Learners feel grounded and attuned to the rhythms of the landscape, empowering student collaboration and confidence.

Project Team:
Client:
Builder:
Structural & Civil Engineer:
Services Engineer: BRT Consulting
Quantity Surveyor: PlanCost
Building Surveyor:

Photographer:

04/12/2025

Law Architects is proud to congratulate Hansi and James who recently became registered architects with the ARBV. We’d additionally like to warmly welcome two new students, Zoe and Michael, to our team.

Hansi has become a valued member of our studio since joining Law in 2019. Her experience stretches from masterplanning to project delivery, bringing a thoughtful and collaborative approach to every aspect of our projects. Hansi values considerate, people-centred design that promotes placemaking and adaptability.

James joined the team at Law in 2024, following formative experiences across residential, educational and interior projects. His approach is grounded in careful listening, considered detailing, and an appreciation for the broader context in which projects sit. James is a proven all-rounder who brings clarity, thoroughness, and an ability to navigate project complexities.

Zoe has recently finished her first year of a Masters of Architecture at RMIT, following undergraduate studies at the University of Newcastle. She understands architecture through a deep interest in people, landscape and how direct experience and tactile engagement will inform spatial understanding.

Michael has just completed his first year of Masters of Architecture degree at Monash University. He pursues architecture with a passion for encompassing people and place and explores a sense of playfulness through his graphic representation.

Congratulations to Hansi and James on an extremely well-deserved milestone, and welcome Zoe and Michael to the Law team!

Image from left to right: Hansi, James, Zoe, Michael

26/11/2025

Our studio is incredibly proud to celebrate Nicole’s appointment as Chair-Elect for the Learning Environments Australasia (LEA) – Victoria Chapter Committee.

Nicole has been a valued member of our team for many years, dedicating her talent and passion to shaping thoughtful, inclusive and future-focused learning environments across Victoria. This new role is a testament to her commitment to educational design and the impact she has made within our practice and the broader sector.

Over the next two years, Nicole will work closely with the chapter committee and the newly-appointed Chair, Emily Flint. Together, they will help lead LEA’s advocacy for innovative, high-quality learning environments that support students, educators, and communities.

We’re excited to support Nicole as she steps into this leadership position and continues to champion the importance of well-designed learning spaces.

Learn more about Learning Environments Australasia: &

A well-deserved achievement. Congratulations, Nicole!

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25/11/2025

Huge congratulations to Sandy on her appointment as a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Architects!

As Director of Law Architects, Sandy has nurtured a deeply collaborative culture, mentoring many young architects along the way. Her strong connection to place is felt in everything she does, both personally and professionally. With a passion for creating healthy, inspiring learning environments and a long-standing commitment to bringing designers and educators together, Sandy continues to create space for meaningful change. So well-deserved Sandy!

14/11/2025

Through an exciting joint initiative between and , Law Architects proudly partnered in creating a vibrant new Community Sports Precinct and High-Performance Centre.

This multi-purpose precinct integrates education, sport, and community use seamlessly into the existing school grounds to benefit both students and the wider community. These new facilities include:

- 1 indoor court complimented with a fitness centre, performing arts facilities, a canteen, change rooms and storage
- 2 indoor courts
- 9 outdoor courts
- complimented by a kiosk, change rooms, offices, meeting rooms, storage, change rooms, umpires’ rooms, first aid and administrative facilities
- 98 additional parking spaces
- considered landscaping reflecting the coastal character of the site

Serving both the school and the wider community, this precinct not only elevates the daily experience for students and locals but also strengthens Melbourne’s southeast as a hub for high-quality sport and recreation.

Project Team:
Client: and
Builder:
Landscape Architect: .au
Structural Engineer:
Services Engineer: Cortese Consultants
Project Managers:
Acoustic Engineer:
Country: Bunurong Country
Council: City of Bayside

Photographer:

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