Hames Sharley has announced a slew of promotions which in turn celebrate the practice’s next generation of leaders.
The promotions look to champion a number of emerging leaders within the practice that offer dedication and insight to a number of projects. Each individual talent holds expertise in sustainability and diversity, and looks to mentor those around them.
The practice believes the number of elevations positions it for continued growth and success.
Please find the full list of promotions below.
Associates
Cheyenne Lee
Cheyenne Lee is a meticulous designer who has been instrumental to Hames Sharley’s growing Health portfolio. The new associate has led multiple Health jobs and supported Defence projects. Lee is known for having a great rapport with clients and consultants and has succeeded in establishing strong relationships with numerous health industry individuals. Lee operates out of the Brisbane studio and is involved in the business development of the practice across NSW.
Spencer Tuffnell
Tuffnell is a highly respected leader of the practice and is regarded as a leader in his field. His outcomes-driven approach has led to solving many problems within the practice that has delivered success for Hames Sharley over several years. The new Associate has evolved from a Helpdesk Technician to IT Manager in his time at the practice, and is regarded as key to the practice’s ongoing success.
Alex Quin
Quin is known for the passion he has for the built environment. Alex is continually sought out as a mentor by staff, especially in the areas of construction documentation, site administration and detailing. A valued member of Hames Sharley’s WA studio, Quin’s depth of knowledge and immense respect for Australia’s First Nations cultures will serve Hames Sharley well.
Madeleine Steele
Steele is renowned practice-wide for her ability to connect with clients and colleagues alike. Involved in a number of key projects, Steele is regarded as a leader within Hames Sharley, which is evident through her involvement in a number of working groups including Champions for Change, the Reconciliation Action Plan committee, SA social committee, NAWIC (National Association of Women in Construction), and several others.
Liam Murphy
Working in a number of portfolios, Murphy is able to run entire components in delivering complex projects. A known leader within the practice, Liam works seamlessly and productively with all teammates and regularly shares his skills and learnings for the betterment of all.
Tae Kang
A highly proficient architect and project leader, Kang has worked in both the QLD and VIC Studios and is a key contributor across Retail & Town Centres, Workplace, Health, and Defence. With a unique skillset, Kang is crucial in communicating early designs to clients.
Aleisha Mason
Mason’s commitment to upholding Hames Sharley’s reputation has seen her elevated to the role of Associate. Holding a strong working relationship with all of the practice’s studio’s, Mason is frequently in contact with staff across the Practice for advice related to Architecture and career progression.
Isabel Tascon-Guillame
Making a splash upon her arrival, Tascon-Guillame has worked across various projects and portfolios. Isabel holds a high level of determination, patience and resilience to remain calm and hold on to the initial design concept and vision throughout the Hames Sharley Perth Studio project.
Sussie Wang
Sussie is a loyal and highly regarded member of the Health team and both the QLD and VIC studios. Sussie has become a very meticulous and diligent Project Leader, who can manage complex health projects as well as the complexities of client and consultant relationships. She has earned great respect from multiple clients and has assisted Hames Sharley in securing future prospects on a regular basis. Sussie’s project experience is tremendous and will only continue to build.
Rebecca Antos
Rebecca has been a key contributor to the success of the Retail & Town Centres portfolio in particular with key project contributions across VIC, NT and WA. Rebecca is passionate about quality design outcomes and ensuring that Hames Sharley is delivering interior design outcomes that are not only on-trend but are contemporary and contributory to those who ultimately use the space.
Senior Associates
Jerry Cherian
Cherian has grown to become a skilled project leader with expertise in the education, science and research sectors. He has taken the initiative to promote Hames Sharley’s expertise and opportunities in childcare and early learning and regularly pursues BD opportunities nationally.
Andy Ong
Ong’s commitment and passion sees him work excellently across studios, portfolios, project phases, and client groups to ensure the best possible outcomes are achieved. Andy applies this determination to be the best to all elements of his role at Hames Sharley, as a keen mentor who also assists members of his local and other studios in achieving their Architectural registration as well as helping to establish their professional networks.
Associate Directors
Yaara Plaves
Plaves has a passion for sustainability, education and training, and building a diverse coalition of professionals to drive success. She can see the value that lies dormant within projects and staff and is skilled at bringing them to the forefront. She sees no benefit in an individualistic approach and serves on numerous committees and groups in Adelaide and nationally, currently heading up the National Sustainability Forum (NSF).
Tony Lemme
Tony has doggedly driven the value of quality documentation across Hames Sharley for two decades and has been instrumental in ensuring we have a high-quality reputation with clients. Tony has been the leader of the BIM Bureau since its inception and takes responsibility for the running of this portion of the business very seriously. Tony consistently represents Hames Sharley to a high standard in his interactions with clients, project managers, contractors, suppliers and consultants. He has a pre-emptive approach to resolving project issues, mediation, and tackling unforeseen scenarios.
Jessika Hames
Jessika’s commitment to quality architectural design outcomes and promotion of Hames Sharley has always been at the highest level. She was involved in the design of the HSQLD studio relocation whilst located there and has more recently been central to the successful design and delivery of the new Hames Sharley Perth Studio. Jessika is a member of the NDF and is involved in a number of ‘Yellow Book’ design workshops, where she contributes valuable insight and design leadership. Additionally, she continues to develop her networks outside Hames Sharley with involvement in NAWIC.
Iain Stewart
Iain has been instrumental in the development, implementation and fostering of our design methodology. His continued drive to achieve design excellence is combined with his championing of sustainable opportunities and knowledge sharing, allowing for an impactful contribution across his studio and the Practice. Stewart’s involvement in multiple Thought Leadership Groups is testament to the passion and care he demonstrates to the profession.
Elise Miles Simonovski
Simonovski is a dedicated and hard-working leader that strives for excellence in all her projects, colleagues, and team members. She has a diverse and successful background that has translated to a committed and skilled stewardship of the Victoria Studio, and the ongoing management of Hames Sharley’s Canberra strategy.
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