FK was thrilled to attend the Sustainability Summit 2025 at the Fullerton Hotel, Sydney – a collection of inspirational industry leaders shaping the future of Australia’s built environment. We were proud to be part of the conversation and contribute to the discussions that are driving positive change. Jessica Lee led a timely conversation on the embodied carbon dilemma, unpacking the tough decisions surrounding demolition, retrofit, and rebuild. She highlighted how smarter, more nuanced thinking can shift the dial on carbon-intensive commercial assets, drawing on lessons from FK’s portfolio including the completed Midtown Centre in Brisbane, The Alba in Melbourne, and the under-construction 450 Queen Street project in Brisbane. James Pearce tackled one of Australia’s most pressing issues — the housing crisis. His panel unpacked the structural forces driving affordability and supply constraints, highlighting the urgent need for new delivery models, thoughtful design, and genuine collaboration. He drew on insights from leading apartment projects such as One Shiel Street and the character-rich, medium-density approach at Noetic Place in Melbourne. Angela Biddle moderated a fascinating session on designing for health and wellbeing, highlighting how research and innovative design are reshaping environments to better support people at every scale. Projects such as Canberra’s Crystalbrook Aurora, with its integrated wellness level, are setting a new benchmark for the future of wellness-oriented hospitality design. A huge thank you to the organisers, fellow speakers and all attendees for an invigorating day of valuable connections, insights and forward-thinking discussions. Let’s continue to push the boundaries for a more sustainable, affordable, and human-centered future. #sustainabilitysummit2025 #builtenvironment #architecture #design #urbandesign #masterplanning #sustainabledesign #greenbuilding #embodiedcarbon #housingcrisis #healthandwellbeing #FK #fkaustralia #designtalks #futureofdesign
FK
Architecture and Planning
Southbank, Victoria 29,483 followers
Delivering design excellence.
About us
At FK we listen, think, investigate and collaborate. We seek the simple, compelling solution. Our process through feasibility, design and documentation, enhanced by 3-D ‘information rich’ virtual building environments, is acclaimed by our clients and the international design community. The practice is renowned for producing buildings which are cutting edge in design, highly sculptural and with sound functional planning. Our approach has generated a high practice profile and gained over 85 industry and design awards in 20 years. We work throughout Australia and internationally, particularly Asia. Located in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, and with a sister office in London, our combined workforce of more than 120 practitioners employ a range of skills and high-end graphics and CAD technologies in the delivery of our services. FK has also developed a reputation both in Australia and internationally as an industry leader in utilising an integrated 3D virtual building methodology for its design and documentation processes. This approach, pioneered by FK, is changing the face of construction practices. Increasingly the specific design of large components of a building can be undertaken by major subcontractors using 3D computer based design harnessed to manufacturing processes, which in turn provides construction streamlining.
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- Southbank, Victoria
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We’re delighted to welcome Jeremy Schluter as a new Principal in our FK Melbourne Studio. With extensive experience leading large-scale, complex projects, Jeremy brings a unique balance of technical expertise, commercial insight and creative vision. A passionate advocate for cities and design excellence, he is dedicated to delivering architecture that is innovative, sustainable and deeply connected to community. #FK #People #Architecture #Melbourne
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FK are thrilled to sponsor this fantastic event for Property Council Victoria . Very much looking forward to welcoming clients and collaborators and taking part in the discussion about Victorias Hotel Sector & Placemaking future.
Melbourne’s hotel sector is gaining momentum, with rising occupancy and over 10,000 rooms in planning or construction. This strategic breakfast will explore hotel performance, future demand, an investment outlook and the role of design in shaping mixed-use precincts. Hear from our keynotes Lord Mayor Nick Reece (City of Melbourne) and Lisa Patroni (Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC)). Moderated by Antony Ritch (TFE Hotels), the panel features industry leaders David Lee (RIVERLEE), Karen Wales (Colliers), Nicky Drobis (FK) and Rahul Parrab (Ark Capital Partners) sharing fresh perspectives on the hotel sector’s role in Victoria’s property market. Wednesday 29 October | Book here: https://lnkd.in/gjUjpP7P Thanks to our event partner FK, venue partner 1 Hotel Melbourne and AV partner Encore. #PropertyCouncil #Hotelsector #development If you’re interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact Adrian Byrt (AByrt@propertycouncil.com.au)
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We are proud to announce the recent success of Merdeka 118, Kuala Lumpur at this year's Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) International Conference - From the Ground Up: Tall Buildings and City-Making. Best Tall Building, by Height, 300 meters and above 2025 Winner 2025 CTBUH Awards Best Tall Building, by Region, Asia 2025 Award of Excellence 2025 CTBUH Awards Congratulations to the amazing project team and collaborators, and thank you to Permodalan Nasional Berhad for making this all possible. #FK #PNB #Arup #RobertBirdGroup #RSP #TurnerInternational #Architecture #TallBuildings #CityMaking #KualaLumpur #CTBUHInterionalConference #Toronto #AwardWinner
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Sento, Southbank by Holder East is currently featured in The Urban Developer. Click the link below to read all about this fantastic new project. #FK #HolderEast #TheUrbanDeveloper #Architecture #InteriorDesign #Residential #Melbourne https://lnkd.in/gF89HFKk
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FK is delighted to welcome Alex Ward as Principal in our Brisbane studio. With a career spanning Australia, London, and New York, Alex brings a global perspective to architecture, grounded in contextual sensitivity and design excellence. He has led multidisciplinary teams on a wide range of complex, large-scale projects across the cultural, educational, commercial, infrastructure, and hospitality sectors, demonstrating a commitment to thoughtful, performance-based design, sustainable outcomes, and collaborative leadership. Alex’s appointment marks a new chapter for FK Brisbane, reinforcing the studio’s dedication to shaping meaningful places through architecture that reflects cultural identity, enhances the experience of place, and contributes positively to both urban and natural environments. #FK #People #Architecture #Brisbane
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Join FK Associate, Freya Robinson at Saturday Indesign this weekend for 'The Future of Work in a World of Change' panel discussion, hosted by Living Edge. Other featured panel speakers are Chris Hagan, Vice President of Global Sales, NaughtOne; William Cassell, Associate, Cox Architecture; and Manuela MIllan, Design Manager, Fortis. 📍650 Church Street, Richmond VIC 1pm - 1.30pm #saturdayindesign #livingegde #FK #fkaustralia #melbourne #designtalks #workplacedesign #interiordesign #architecture
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FK is delighted to welcome Jeames Hanley as our Chief Technology Officer. Jeames brings unparalleled depth of knowledge and experience as a technologist, strategist, and thought leader, with an exceptional track record of driving digital transformation across the built environment. His expertise spans automation, data driven design, AI, and digital twin technologies - reshaping how the industry delivers projects and operates. As CTO, Jeames will lead FK’s digital transformation strategy, partnering with our teams to integrate technology in ways that elevate creativity, improve Business intelligence, and deliver greater value for our clients. We’re excited about the opportunities at the intersection of technology and design and thrilled to have Jeames leading this next chapter of innovation with us. #FK #People #Architecture #Technology #Innovation
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We are delighted to announce our recent success at this year's 2025 The Urban Developer Awards for Industry Excellence. A big thank you to our amazing team and project collaborators, as well as Mirvac and Noetic Places for the opportunity. #FK #LIVAston #ReunionPlace #Mirvac #MirvacResidential #NoeticPlaces #TheUrbanDeveloper #Urbanity2025 #MediumDensity #BTR #PBSA #Residential #Architecture #Melbourne
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The newly opened Seafarers 1 Hotel reimagines what urban hospitality can be — combining thoughtful sustainability, recycled materials, and a deep connection to Melbourne’s maritime history. Designed by FK and developed by RIVERLEE in partnership with the City of Melbourne, this landmark hotel and residences sit alongside a lush new parkland and breathe fresh life into the Docklands precinct. "Our brief was ‘sustainable luxury’, and the goal was to engage the senses — to create experiences that resonate with guests, residents and even passers-by.” - Nicky Drobis, FK Partner #FK #CityofMelbourne #RIVERLEE #AdaptiveReuse #HeritageArchitecture #1HotelMelbourne #SeafarersRest #Docklands #SustainableDesign #LuxuryHotel https://lnkd.in/guFYNq7c