Plus Architecture has announced a number of promotions and appointments this month which will strengthen its Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane studios.
The practice believes that the appointments are a reflection of 25 years of diverse and inclusive workplace culture. The promotions are part of a demonstration of growth by Plus in the Asia-Pacific, who continue to deliver design outcomes defined by community, innovation and sustainability.
Proud to have had a consistent balance of gender representation for many years, Plus Architecture maintains equitable recruitment, remuneration, advancement, mentoring and promotion processes to actively support all staff in advancing their careers and foster true inclusion.
For Plus Architecture Director Patric Przeradzki, the appointments reflect Plus Architecture’s policy of inclusivity and the importance of elevating new and emerging leaders within every level of the practice.
“Driven by a passionate workforce of over 200 creatives from a range of social and cultural backgrounds, we uphold an ongoing commitment to providing our clients with a diverse range of talent and design expertise,” Przeradzki says.
Candice Ng has been elevated to the role of Principal and will now become a vital part of the development of the Melbourne studio. Involved in various Plus projects including 600 Collins, Galleria and VicUrban Logis Industrial Park in the last decade, Ng’s expertise lies in all aspects of project development, from feasibility, master planning, sketch design through to construction administration.
“It’s not always easy to find a workplace in this industry with such inclusive policies to help you thrive especially while I was balancing motherhood,” she says.
“Plus Architecture has supported me in reaching this career milestone through valuable training, mentoring opportunities and flexible working arrangements that include working part-time. Being part of this practice has been a really fulfilling professional experience in my career.”
Plus’ Perth studio has been the scene of immense growth since its opening in 2017, which is reflected with four promotions on the western seaboard. Jonathan Ng has been promoted to Senior Associate with Kim Ling, Nicholas Putrasia and Giordana Vizzari set to take on the role of Associate. Jonathan Ng is a valued mentor of junior staff, with his technical expertise paired with his creative vision and innovative approach to design.
Ling is an enthusiastic interior designer with over ten years of experience in a range of projects including residential, commercial and retail. She adopts a multifaceted approach to problem-solving, delivering successful project outcomes as observed in her work on commercial and residential projects.
With experience across a range of project typologies, Putrasia expertly leads multi-disciplinary teams throughout all facets of the design process. His careful attention to detail helps realise each project in accordance with the design intent while maintaining the client’s expectation of the time and budget.
Drawing on more than eight years’ experience in the industry across a wide range of projects, Vizzari follows a design ethos based on collaboration and creative exploration and drawing influences from culture, art, and history to deliver holistic and innovative design outcomes.
Anthony Tai joins Plus’ Brisbane studio in the role of Associate, bringing with him his hands-on and collaborative approach to working with clients and project stakeholders. Detail-driven and seeking to balance practical needs with creative architectural solutions, Tai’s portfolio demonstrates a focus on retail and mixed use projects, with experience in multi-residential, master planning and commercial projects.
