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Jessica has worked in the landscape industry for over 20 years with a focus on drafting and technical support. Jessica has gained experience working on a range of government, commercial and residential projects in North Queensland, Fiji and China. Jessica’s role as Senior Landscape Technician extends to assisting all aspects of project management as well as maintaining quality control across all project deliverables. Jessica is proficient in all graphics software packages including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MS Office and Adobe Suite. Jessica’s role is critical in the production of landscape analysis documentation, conceptual and presentation material, and construction documentation.

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Since completing her Master’s in Landscape Architecture in England in 2012, Jie has accumulated a wealth of experience on projects spanning urban public space, commercial, residential, resorts and more in both Europe and China.

Her extensive experience, strong communication skills and a commitment to quality across all stages of design has seen great built outcomes and brings additional value to the projects she is involved in, regardless of scale. Her design creativity is matched by her ability to anticipate client needs and she remains focused to deliver projects that exceed expectations.

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   Gold Coast

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   Shenzhen

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   Shenzhen

Kenneth is a Registered Landscape Architect with over ten years’ experience with both local Government and private practice. His design documentation and graphical presentation skillset is supported by his strong technical knowledge which includes AutoCAD, Revit, Sketchup, Photoshop and InDesign. It is this multifaceted skillset that has seen him work on a variety of projects including residential communities, commercial centres, resort developments, recreational spaces and hospital schemes. Kenneth’s strengths include detailed design, construction documentation & site review / contract administration. Kenneth’s technical strengths combined with attention to detail and the desire to make spaces into places, generates a positive focus on creating vibrant residential and public spaces.

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With a passion for urban and environmental planning, Lauren is a Town Planner at Place Design Group in our Gold Coast Office. Lauren has led several development assessments on projects throughout the Gold Coast including high rise residential buildings, mixed use developments and master planned subdivisions. It is Lauren’s belief that through planning we can make a positive change to the built environment and our communities, and through her current role, Lauren is able to do just that. With a strong interest and knowledge of planning law, development application process, conservation and strategic planning, Lauren’s motivation and drive to contribute to a community that protects and enhances Australia’s unique environment through planning shines bright.

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Ling has extensive experience in landscape design for residential communities and commercial projects and joined our Shanghai Office as Project Manager in 2012. Working through all stages of a project she has been able to work with our clients and other consultants to deliver great outcomes collaboratively.

Ling has particular interest in how design interacts with the natural and architectural environment and is great at adding vitality and visual interest to projects through quality detailing. She is well versed in detailed design and takes a proactive attitude to work with clients, pushing them and herself to achieve the best built outcomes.

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   Shanghai

   Brisbane

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With over 13 years’ industry experience as a graphic communications professional and project manager, Louise has worked within built form and strategic projects across Queensland, Australia and international sectors. Her professional experience demonstrates a diversity of skills from the creative direction of graphic communications, strategic design thinking, branding for place identity and project management of creative projects.

Louise is responsible for setting the graphics strategy and providing guidance across design, wayfinding, 3D visualisation and digital innovation projects across all facets of the business. Underpinned by a cross-disciplinary collaborative approach, she is able to combine content and strategic briefs into compelling, creative and high-quality deliverables that push boundaries.

Louise leads with a high level of expertise by approaching communications design and creative strategy as an integrated process, to positively communicate to community in order to create people focused outcomes.

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With five years of town planning post qualification experience in the planning and development industry, primarily in the public sector, Madison utilises her vast network of contacts combined with a strong knowledge of Council’s internal processes and drivers to negotiate development approvals in her current role as a Town Planner with Place Design Group. Madison’s project experience in the northern parts of the Gold Coast has provided extensive opportunity and exposure to complex planning projects including residential, commercial and industrial sites. Madison’s working knowledge and previous experience of the planning industry drives her passion for town planning and enables her to deliver considered and strategic advice to optimise the commercial outcomes for developers and landowners.

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   Brisbane

Mal brings a wealth of knowledge and economic insight into Australia’s housing and property market with over 30 years’ experience in the property, economic development, and professional services consulting sectors. A highly regarded economist, Mal is a regular speaker and commentator on housing and property market topics for the property industry.

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   Shenzhen

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   Sydney

Matthew brings over seven years international experience working across both the private and public sectors on small and large scale projects. Matthew’s strength lies in the broad scope of his experiences, actively involved in the design process from concept generation to final construction documentation for a variety of projects in over twenty-two countries.

Passionate about urban design and the role of landscape architecture in the city environment, Matthew’s advanced capabilities in AutoCad, SketchUp, 3D modelling and advanced plan rendering allows an integrated and conceptual approach, delivering fresh ideas and high quality design solutions. In addition, Matthew’s Diploma in Project Management and his organisational skills contribute to his ability to effectively manage and deliver projects across a variety of sectors and scales.

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   Gold Coast

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Miranda enjoys coordinating with clients and consultants to achieve better outcomes collaboratively. Project management studies contribute to her systems-thinking approach and contract administration skills, and a background in visual arts and graphic design is evident in her conceptual design and careful documentation. Active transport and nature play are a vital part of Miranda’s work-life balance, continually feeding her inspiration and plant knowledge. Miranda’s experience spans concept to construction across various project types including public realm, education, aged care, commercial, and residential communities.

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   Chengdu

Nancy has over 12 years’ experience in designing landscapes for city parks, residential and commercial sectors and joined Place Design Group Chengdu Office in 2014. She has extensive experience in concept, detailed design and project management working for both the private and government sectors.

Nancy’s insights into the needs of users and the character of a place have allowed her to create built outcomes that have deep meaning for their users. She is an experienced project manager who provides quality and professional advice to clients.

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As a dedicated member of our Statutory Planning team, Nick has a range of experience in the public and private sectors, having facilitated a range of complex development approvals throughout Queensland and New South Wales. With over 16 years’  experience, Nick has a comprehensive, technical knowledge of the planning industry and current legislation, which enables him to deliver considered and strategic advice to all clients and achieve successful outcomes on development applications. With a  strong interest in the Planning and Environment Court arena, Nick represents both clients and Local Government as an expert witness for planning matters within Brisbane. Having strong working relationships with Council officers has proved invaluable in negotiating development approvals for his private sector clients. Nick confidently manages projects from inception to approval to ensure a seamless and fast-tracked assessment for his clients.

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   Shenzhen

Rachel oversees the project financials, from day to day project data to reporting and analysis, supporting the leadership and corporate teams.

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   Sunshine Coast

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   Brisbane

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Sophie has been with Place Design Group since 2010. Her experience is broad spanning commercial, public space and with a particular focus on detailed residential community design. Sophie is intimately involved in projects from concept to detailed design and works closely with our teams in both Australia and China to ensure quality outcomes.

Sophie relocated to our Brisbane office in 2017 and contributes to projects in China and Australia. Living in Australia has allowed Sophie to further her interests in how people interact between the built environment and nature by combining elements of Western design thinking with her deep understanding of the best of Chinese design.

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Tho is a Landscape Architect who is passionate about regenerating the urban matrix with green useable spaces. Tho’s background and interest in visual arts and environmental issues plays a significant role in her conceptual approach to her design and  analysis. She is knowledgeable in horticulture specific for South East Queensland and has experience in documenting various project types including public realm, education, water sensitive urban design, commercial and residential communities. Tho has a flare with digital and traditional visualisations which has contributed to her extensive skills and knowledge for both 2D and 3D programs. This allows her to communicate a variety of ideas across those platforms effectively.

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   Brisbane

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   Sunshine Coast

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   Gold Coast

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