Mode Design

Darren Waterhouse

michelle — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:34:04 +0000

Darren is a qualified English Architect with over two years experience. Graduating from Leeds Metropolitan University in 2006, Darren has built a strong portfolio in the commercial sector on various building types including hotels, residential apartments, student accommodation, offices, fast food outlets and retail.

Darren is passionate about architecture and enjoys experimenting with colour and form in his design work.

Thomas Hatigan

michelle — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:01:04 +0000

Tom joins the Brisbane studio during his ‘year out’ from the Architectural program at the University of Queensland.

Tom is actively involved in his local community. He recently volunteered his time to help rebuild a remote village community in Solomon Islands through the Emergency Architects Australia where he learned the problems and solutions that occur under difficult building conditions.

MODEZINE – March 2010

michelle — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 06:54:53 +0000

With the increasing project workload, MODE welcomes seven new staff to the Brisbane team!

michelle — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 06:43:35 +0000

Tania McLachlan

michelle — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:59:46 +0000

Tania is a Registered Architect with 21 years experience across a wide project portfolio. Prior to joining MODE DESIGN, Tania worked for well established design practices in Brisbane, Sydney and New Zealand.

Tania is experience in all facets of architecture and is able to successfully lead and coordinate her project team. In 2008 she was the Senior Project Architect for the the award winning $50 million Yatala Mail Sorting Facility in Queensland. As a Green Star Accredited Professional, Tania seeks to apply these skills throughout all her projects. Tania has also worked as a heritage consultant in Sydney.

Simon Hackney

michelle — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:48:42 +0000

Simon has worked across a wide range of roles throughout his 10 year career in the construction industry bringing his strong project experience across residential, hospitality, tourism, bars and nightclub design to the Brisbane team.

After completing his studies at the University of Greenwich in the United Kingdom, Simon had the opportunity to complete corporate fit outs and retail outlets for well established companies including Bloomberg, Harrods of London and Goldman Sachs. His experience also includes interior fit outs for luxury penthouses on the Gold Coast and on large international projects in Abu Dhabi and Japan.

Gerard Toohey

michelle — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 04:32:17 +0000

Based in the Brisbane studio, Gerard offers five years experience in residential drafting and construction working in both small and large architectural and development companies. He has undertaken studies in Architectural Technology at South Bank Institute of TAFE, and is Licensed with BSA as a low-rise building designer.

Gerard has very strong technical knowledge of construction methods across both residential and industrial buildings.

Neng Sapphokha

michelle — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 04:30:25 +0000

Neng brings nine years experience in architecture and has worked in Thailand, United Kingdom and Australia. In her capacity as Assistant Architect, Neng was heavily involved on the refurbishments to many hotels, taverns, bistros and liquor barns throughout South East Queensland. Her project experience spans across hospitality and tourism to include residential, commercial, industrial and master planning projects.

Neng is a Registered Architect in Thailand and holds a Master of Project Management from the University of Queensland.

Laura Pachon

michelle — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 04:14:10 +0000

Laura joins the Brisbane studio as a Student Architecture and is in the process of completing her Bachelor of Architecture from the Queensland University of Technology. In 2008, Laura was awarded the International Exchange Student Scholarship which led her to foster her love for travelling and study architecture in France for a year. Laura’s favourite architects include Calatrava, Gaudi and Frank Ghery.

Romina Moscoso

michelle — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 04:08:26 +0000

Romina is a Graduate Architect with experience across residential and commercial projects. She was been involved in documentation for a wide range of residential developments from single residences to townhouses and luxury units. During her studies Romina competed in the Lush Wall project where sustainable design principles were applied to engage community awareness and university interaction.

Romina is inspired by Europe, Gudi and Dali. She holds a Masters of Architecture and Bachelor of Built Environment from the Queensland University of Technology.