The directors and key staff of JPW have been together since 1985. We have a pro-active and multi-disciplined design approach that seeks to turn constraints into opportunities and to develop highly innovative design solutions. The pursuit of professional excellence is our fundamental aim, which can only be achieved through responsible design, sound technical expertise and competent project management.

Adam Swinburn

Senior Associate

Adam is passionate about finding timeless and enduring architectural solutions to our city’s spatial problems.

As an Architect-Researcher he draws upon his decade-long experience in transformative urban renewal and academic discipline from specialist research in urban learning environments.

Adam’s strategic thinking and creative innovation have been recognised with scholarships and design prizes including the NSW Institute of Architects David Linder Prize and Designing Architecture in Response to Climate Change Scholarship.

Adam current and completed city-making projects include Parramatta Square, Australian War Memorial, Glebe Mid-Rise Social Housing, Alexandria Commercial Feasibility, and a design vision for a future urban school.

Adrian Esdaile

Alessandro Pinzin

Amy Bezzina

Carol Zhang

Principal

Carol has diverse experience in masterplanning, urban design, high rise and cultural buildings, and landscape.

Since 2000 Carol has led many significant projects in China from conception to completion.

Carol collaborates actively with local partners in Nanjing, Suzhou, Shenzhen, Qingdao and Weihai to transform urban sites, waterfronts and infrastructure into future cities. In Suzhou Carol has 30 projects in urban design, landscape and architecture complete or under construction.

Carol’s award-winning projects include the China Mobile Building- winner of the Architects Institute of Australia International Architecture Award and Swan Lake Park China, Australian Institute of Landscape Architects National and International Landscape Award.

Evelyn Li

Gavin Xu

Graeme Dix

Director

Graeme has expertise across diverse typologies and scales across Australia and internationally – from strategic masterplans for new urban centres to major new public and commercial buildings.

Graeme is known for his collaborative approach and creative ability to realise innovative solutions to complex challenges within budgets and timelines. He is frequently invited to sit on design excellence review panels and awards juries.

Graeme is leading major commercial projects in the heart of several Australian capitals and a new cultural building in regional NSW. His award winning projects include the Chau Chak Wing Museum, 6 & 8 Parramatta Square, and the Zelman Cowen Medal-winning National Portrait Gallery.

Hua Rong

Jacopo Scattolin

Jade Tran

Joseph Ewin

Joyce Ng

Kevin Sun

Kiong Lee

Director

Kiong is highly regarded for his creative and collaborative approach to design and problem solving. Many of his projects involve designing for multiplicity of scales and diversity of uses.

He has led several award winning JPW projects including the Australian War Memorial’s Eastern Precinct – winner of the Sir Zelman Cowen Award, Romaldo Giurgola Award, Sir John Overall Award and the Canberra Medallion.

Kiong serves on the National Capital Design Review Panel and City of Sydney Design Excellence juries. He was the Jury Chair for the 2015 NSW Architecture Awards.

Mathew Howard

Director

Mathew is a Director at JPW and is a Registered Architect in NSW and SA.

Mathew’s expertise in urban design, strategic planning, architectural design, and construction has been developed through key roles at JPW over the past two decades, including the delivery of numerous award-winning projects in Australia and New Zealand.

Mathew brings a highly skilled and collaborative approach to architectural practice, stakeholder engagement and the delivery of design excellence, having led several of JPW’s city making projects, including 5 Martin Place, Sydney, Auckland’s Britomart Precinct, and all development stages of Parramatta Square – a $2 billion city making project of critical importance to the strategic vision for Greater Metropolitan Sydney.

All Mathew’s projects have received industry awards across multiple fields, including urban design, architecture, engineering, heritage, sustainability, construction and development.

Currently, Mathew is leading JPW’s projects in Canberra City, Blacktown, and Adelaide, and maintains strong engagement within a range of disciplines across design, property and construction sectors.

Matteo Salval

Director

Matteo developed his expertise internationally and in Australia across diverse sectors and scales, with a particular focus on renewals in heritage contexts.

Matteo believes the best architecture is based on the understanding of place, and is realised through strong technical skills, material knowledge and precise detailing.

Completed projects include multi-residential, commercial and integrated transport buildings, cultural and education institutions and the Sulman Medal winning Anzac Memorial Centenary Project – the extension of one of Sydney’s most significant heritage landmarks.

 

Matthew Morel

Director

Matthew has diverse expertise, developed over 25 years of architectural practice, across a range of prominent projects and awarded buildings.

He recently led the 1 Elizabeth – Martin Place Metro North Tower and the Sydney Opera House Strategic Building Plan Update, alongside the renewal of Sydney’s first skyscraper. His completed projects encompass hotels, multi-residential developments, city-making masterplans, and the award-winning 50 Martin Place, which revitalised one of Sydney’s most significant heritage bank buildings to serve as Macquarie Bank’s global headquarters.

All of Matthew’s work and approach to practice embody strong analysis of brief and context, clear communication, creative collaboration, and innovative design.

Max Hoffmeister

Michael Pye

Natalie Minasian

Principal

Natalie has over 10 years of experience working across a broad range of award-winning projects. She has successfully delivered projects ranging from complex commercial buildings to bespoke interior designs.

Natalie brings a collaborative and highly considered approach to her practice and excels in client engagement and project planning. Her role also includes leading the Quality Management System for JPW.

Completed projects include the Macquarie Bank Headquarters renewal of 50 Martin Place and the White Bay Cruise Passenger Terminal.

She is currently working on the Sydney Metro Martin Place Metro North Tower at construction stage and the Sydney Opera House Strategic Building Plan Renewal.

Riccardo Cola

Associate

Riccardo has contributed to landmark projects across Sydney, Adelaide and Canberra.

His design leadership was key to the successful delivery of the innovative 6&8 Parramatta Square – the cornerstone of the urban renewal of the Western Sydney CBD, Australia’s largest commercial building and the second tallest office tower in Sydney. He is now leading the Canberra London Quarter Precinct team.

Riccardo is inspired by creating places that respond to the unique significance of each site and creating flexible workplaces of the future. He works collaboratively alongside client and consultants and by engaging with modelling and through understanding of materials, crafts authentic details and architecture.

Samuel Carslake

Supinder Matharu

Senior Associate

Since joining Johnson Pilton Walker in 2006, Supinder has had experience with a variety of different projects from conception to completion.

Key projects include Britomart Customs Charter and Eastern Precinct Developments in Auckland, competitions in China including SIP Development, Merchant Bank in Suzhou, the Eastern Precinct Development at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra, Block 5 Central Park and 5 Martin Place in Sydney.

He is currently Project Associate for 33 Alfred St – the renewal of Sydney’s first skyscraper.

Tina Kartsounis

Vy Pham

Walter Brindle

Principal

Walter thrives on active participation in diverse public, commercial, cultural, and urban design projects that shape cities.

As a talented analytical designer, Walter excels in leading collaborative, multidisciplinary teams and delivering high-quality design solutions to meet complex requirements.

Walter was a project architect for 50 Martin Place Renewal and consolidated his expertise as a team leader in the successful delivery of the $2.8 billion Parramatta Square urban renewal initiative. He now leads the $1 billion Adelaide Festival Plaza project.

Walter is an elected member of the NSW Chapter Council of the Australian Institute of Architects, an examiner for the NSW Architects Registration Board.

Wayne Dickerson

Principal

Wayne is an architect and technology specialist with advanced expertise in BIM, Generative Design, and Automation.

His conviction that technology is an enabler rather than a mere tool is paired with a deep understanding of construction techniques and detailing. Wayne is a respected expert in architectural practice who is sought after for his ability to implement cutting-edge technology to realise design goals.

He is committed to innovation and excellence with over 25 years of experience spanning iconic and award-winning projects including the Sydney Opera House, the Art Gallery of NSW, and the sustainable renewal and adaptation of the historic 1920s 5 Martin Place.

JPW acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country and honours their continuing connection to lands, waters, skies, and communities.

We offer our respect to Elders past and those present – as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work.