People

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As the Operations Coordinator, Jamie is responsible for assisting the CEO and CFO with the day to day operations across the group nationwide. Jamie plays an integral role in liaising with internal staff to complete key operational tasks. Committed to developing and executing high standard operational procedures, as well as contributing to the environment of excellence and integrity, Jamie supports and facilitates a collaborative and proactive team approach.

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Qualified in ecology and landscape architecture after studying in Chile, Javi brings extensive knowledge in design and execution of botanical and themed gardens. Influenced by her passion and education in conservation and ecology, Javi has ex­perience in government projects across Australia and internationally with a specific focus on the strong social connection between humans and the environment. Javi is also passionate about furthering her knowledge and implementation of soft landscape design and how planting can influence presentation and visual impact of landscape projects generally.

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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 graduating university in 2018, Kassie has taken on the role of Graduate Landscape Architect with Place Design Group. While not one to boast about her achievements, Kassie was a top performing student, named on the Faculty of Built Environment Dean’s Merit List.

While studying, she worked on a range of projects including plazas, public playgrounds, parks, residential communities, and road infrastructure, assisting in completion of illustrative plans and construction documentation. Passionate about designing highly functional and quality spaces for the communities that use them, Kassie’s eye for detail and graphic ability to visualise spaces from render to detailed construction documentation is a valuable strength in Place Design Group’s land­scape architecture capability. Kassie is also a member of AILA Fresh NSW and actively engages with industry events.

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As the Administration Officer for our Sydney Office, Keeley is a highly valued member of the team. Always one to go over and above, organisation is key in Keeley’s role, and she does this with grace and ease, ensuring the team are well equipped, travel arrangements are on point and the office is kept in tip-top shape. Calling or visiting our Sydney office? Keeley will likely be the one to greet or welcome you.

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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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With four 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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Matthew brings over five years’ international experience working across both the private and public sectors, on both small- and large-scale projects. Matthew’s strengths lie 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. On top of this, Matthew’s project management skills contribute to his ability across a variety of project areas and design scales.

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Megan is the Office Administrator for the Gold Coast office providing support to the teams and managing the day to day running of the office. Visiting the Gold Coast office? Megan will be the friendly face greeting you at reception.

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Michael is an enthusiastic Landscape Architect and Urban Designer with 20 years of industry experience who draws inspiration from his local and international experience, personal interests in design, art, travel, technology and a general passion for doing something well the first time.

Combining his keen eye for detail with the ability to work across different project scales, Michael thrives on balancing client, community and environmental goals to achieve the best outcome. Fortunate to have worked on a large range of projects on both an international and local scale, Michael brings an unparalleled wealth of knowledge and expertise across all phases of project deliverables.

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With over 40 years in the landscape architecture and urban design industry, Principal Mike Swanson is behind some of Queensland’s most iconic foreshore, public realm and residential designs. With Place Design Group since its inception in 2001, Mike’s strengths in concept design, broad scale master planning, detailed designed, construction documentation, project management and contract administration have delivered project outcomes of an unparalleled quality. Based on the Sunshine Coast, Mike has worked on some of the region’s legacy projects such as Mooloolaba’s Foreshore, Town Park and First Avenue, Oceans Resort, Sirocco Resort, the Noosa Junction Place Making Strategy, Settlers Cove, and Sunshine Cove. More recently, Mike has led the landscape design and delivery of the Mooloolaba Walk & Ride Bridge, and large scale residential sub divisions; North Harbour and Pacific Harbour.

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Having completed a Certificate 3 in Computer Aided Drafting and an Associate Degree in Building Design, Nathan has been involved in the drafting profession in Townsville for over 15 years. Nathan has also worked specifically as a CAD Operator and Landscape Technician for the past 15 years and has gained experience on a range of projects including several residential land subdivisions. Nathan’s strengths lie in his ability to provide detail design and documentation support to the Place Design Group team. Nathan possesses a keen understanding of structural details as it relates to external landscape development works.

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