Kneeler Design Architects

Kneeler Design Architects Designing public architecture and learning environments that inspire. More importantly, it is a cohesive team with great balance of skill and enthusiasm.

Kneeler Design Architects was founded by Robert Bienvenu and Penelope Mulholland 28 years ago. We are a medium-sized architect firm consisting of a close-knit team of dedicated and capable staff; most have worked at the practice for more than 10 years.

Transforming an underutilized school courtyard into a covered outdoor sports facility — a space where students can engag...
12/06/2026

Transforming an underutilized school courtyard into a covered outdoor sports facility — a space where students can engage in physical activity, recreation, and relaxation.

Progress continues at Swan Hill North PS as the structural works wrap up and the next phase begins. Brickwork is underwa...
04/06/2026

Progress continues at Swan Hill North PS as the structural works wrap up and the next phase begins. Brickwork is underway, internal services are being roughed in, and the stud walls are starting to define the spaces. The bones of the building are well and truly taking shape.

A look inside the recently completed classrooms at Heritage College, Narre Warren South, designed with a focus on simpli...
28/05/2026

A look inside the recently completed classrooms at Heritage College, Narre Warren South, designed with a focus on simplicity, functionality, and a welcoming atmosphere for every student.

Work in Progress 🏗️ — the gymnasium extension for Border Christian College is taking shape.With demolition and excavatio...
22/05/2026

Work in Progress 🏗️ — the gymnasium extension for Border Christian College is taking shape.

With demolition and excavation complete, the team is now laying the foundations for what will become a full-court gymnasium, performing stage, and classroom facility. A significant extension that will transform the school's sporting and community spaces for years to come. 🙌

More updates to come as the build progresses. Stay tuned! 👀

Revisiting a recently completed project — a gym for Mernda Hill Christian College. Designed with functionality, aestheti...
14/05/2026

Revisiting a recently completed project — a gym for Mernda Hill Christian College.

Designed with functionality, aesthetics, and longevity in mind, the space was built to support an active school community.

More than just a sports facility, it's a place where students move, compete, and grow together. Proud to have delivered a space that will serve its community for years to come.

Another look at Mernda Hills Christian College, Early Learning Centre — this time, stepping outside.The landscape was th...
08/05/2026

Another look at Mernda Hills Christian College, Early Learning Centre — this time, stepping outside.
The landscape was thoughtfully designed to spark curiosity and imagination in the littlest of learners.

From winding pathways and a timber playhouse to a sandpit, synthetic lawn, shade sails, and a connecting bridge — every element encourages exploration, play, and discovery in a safe and nurturing outdoor environment.

A space where childhood memories are made.

The new gym at Mernda Hills Christian College is the latest in a lineup of sports and recreation facilities in the KDA p...
30/04/2026

The new gym at Mernda Hills Christian College is the latest in a lineup of sports and recreation facilities in the KDA portfolio. Whilst we have the basic design of a gym down to a science, we always seek to look beyond mere utility and push the envelope a little more with each iteration.

We decided to accentuate the building's sculptural presence to create a new campus landmark. This was achieved with an unexpected bullnosed skillion roof and verandahs which soften the often-severe form of school gyms. The curved design language continues internally with coved wall-to-ceiling transitions and reappears in the smallest details such as in the corners of benchtops and flooring transitions.

The materiality is honest, tactile, and hardwearing. The monochromatic exterior gives way to an interior of warm timber and woodwool panelling, relieved by the occasional pop of colour that doubles as a wayfinding element.

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Mernda Hills Christian College has been on another expansion spree, with the most recent addition being its Early Learni...
17/04/2026

Mernda Hills Christian College has been on another expansion spree, with the most recent addition being its Early Learning Centre.

Equipped with 4 generous children’s rooms, the Early Learning Centre is poised to serve the burgeoning population of Mernda for decades to come. Pairing soft colours with timber grained surfaces, the interiors create a sense of calm and warmth for both children and staff.

Externally, the ELC wraps itself around a central courtyard playground, allowing children to feel protected while being nurtured in a playful and educational environment.

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The new Year 1-2 Building for Heritage College, Narre Warren South is almost there!It has been a huge team effort to get...
10/04/2026

The new Year 1-2 Building for Heritage College, Narre Warren South is almost there!
It has been a huge team effort to get to this stage. Soon students will have a fresh and flexible learning environment that feels both calm and connected.
As we wrap up here the focus is already shifting to the courtyard upgrades and the refurbishment of existing classrooms.

To our clients, consultants, builders, colleagues and friends, wishing you a safe and enjoyable Easter, with no defects,...
02/04/2026

To our clients, consultants, builders, colleagues and friends, wishing you a safe and enjoyable Easter, with no defects, no delays, and plenty of chocolate.

From all of us at Kneeler Design Architects.

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