What drew you to join COVA, and what excites you most about this new role? I’ve had the pleasure of working with COVA for almost ten years on a wide mix of projects in Tasmania, from schools to community and civic buildings, in my roles as Project Architect. Over that time, I built strong relationships with the COVA team and came to really value their collaborative and practical approach. So when the chance came up to join the team as a Design Manager, it felt like a natural fit and a great opportunity to be part of such a supportive and solutions-focused culture.
I’m most excited about the opportunity to build strong, collaborative relationships within the broader team and to contribute to a diverse range of projects across Australia. I look forward to learning from colleagues with a different range of projects across Australia. I look forward to learning from colleagues with different experiences and perspectives, while bringing my own knowledge to the table to help achieve great outcomes.
Can you tell us a little about your background and the type of projects you’ve worked on? I grew up in Adelaide and studied Architecture at the University of Adelaide. Over the past 20 years, I’ve worked as a Project Architect in Melbourne, Sydney and Hobart, gaining broad experience across a range of project types. In Tasmania, my work focused mainly on multi-storey residential developments and educational projects in both the primary and tertiary sectors. A career highlight has been contributing to the delivery of The Hedbery in Hobart (Liminal Architecture with WOHA) - a landmark cultural and creative industries precinct that integrates creative studies at the University of Tasmania with Australia’s oldest working theatre, the Theatre Royal.
What’s one project you’re looking forward to delivering with COVA? I’m looking forward to delivering the Montpelier House project in Battery Point, Hobart, which comprises 21 luxury apartments designed by Fender Katsalidis. It’s a fantastic opportunity to bring a high-quality, design-led residential project to life in such a unique and historic part of the city.
Outside of work, what do you enjoy doing? Outside of work, I enjoy spending as much time as I can with my family. One of my main passions is trail running, which allows me to combine fitness with a love of the landscape. I enjoy the challenge of pushing myself physically while experiencing Tasmania’s natural beauty. At the moment, I’m training for the Point to Pub, a local event that combines community spirit with endurance and adventure - something I find especially motivating.
