Bio:

My name is Semu Ntulume, director of Architecture by Semu - a boutique practice based in Melbourne, Victoria. Aside from running the practice, I am also a hands on project architect who is involved in all aspects of a design

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How did you first learn about architecture and when did you decide that built environment profession was an area of interest for you?

Using boxes to create make believe homes and garages for my toy cars as a child led me to develop an interest in architecture. I later pursued it as a profession simply because it felt natural.

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What do you do?

I am an architect

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What excites you in the work you do?

The thought of a design coming life and being used.

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Who or what inspires you professionally?

A motley of designs not limited to architecture and everyday life experiences

 

What is your proudest professional accomplishment or achievement?

A happy client after a build is complete

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Featured Project Name: 

Lalor Home

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Featured Project Location: 

Lalor. Melbourne

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Featured Project Completion Date: 

2023

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Role in Featured Project: 

Design and Project Architect

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Featured Project Description:

Design of a non-traditional family home

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Photography Credit:

Semu Ntulume

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Featured Project Name: 

Elvies Studio

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Featured Project Location: 

158 Johnston Street, Collingwood

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Featured Project Completion Date: 

March 2021

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Role in Featured Project: 

Design and Project Architect

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Featured Project Description:

Design of an existing interior space, transforming it into a community centred, curly hair specialist salon.

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Photography Credit:

Semu Ntulume