SHANNON WINSOR
Plus Architecture, Melbourne
SAY IT LOUD - Naarm Melbourne Exhibitor
MELBOURNE/AUSTRALIA Designer
Who or what inspires you professionally?
My colleagues and peers in the industry – everyone has different insights and ideas into how things can be done differently or better; there’s always something new to be learned.
SHANNON WINSOR
Bio:
With over 7 years of experience in architecture, Shannon has led the design & delivery of many high quality projects. With a creative background, attention to detail, analytical skill set and interest in sustainability, she aims to create spaces that enhance the users experience and ultimately reflects their core values and ideals. She has experience in mid to high end multi-residential developments, medium density housing, master planning, high rise commercial & student accommodation
How did you first learn about architecture and when did you decide that built environment profession was an area of interest for you?
As a child I was obsessed with going to open homes, observing how people inhabited their spaces; I was also an avid builder of homes with lego, sticks, cardboard boxes – anything!
What do you do?
I run projects at all stages, help design and coordinate buildings, liaise with stakeholders, crack terrible jokes. And I am a new mum!
What excites you in the work you do?
I love imagining how a space will look and be used, as I am designing or planning it. Planning homes is the most exciting as I get to have a positive influence on how people will live.
Who or what inspires you professionally?
My colleagues and peers in the industry – everyone has different insights and ideas into how things can be done differently or better; there’s always something new to be learned.
What is your proudest professional accomplishment or achievement?
Speaking on a panel to architecture students about my personal experiences in the profession so far, about pioneering sustainability efforts in the office, early career ambitions and managing middle management roles.
Featured Project Name:
Elements, Brunswick – Carbon Neutral Living
Featured Project Location:
278 -282 Barkly St, Brunswick
Featured Project Completion Date:
2024 TBC
Role in Featured Project:
Senior Project Architect - Consultant & building coordination, client liaison, design, detailing, team management
Featured Project Description:
The overall design references the surrounding rhythm and scale of typical Brunswick architecture, creating a sense of familiarity whilst the street wall and canopy reminiscent of an industrial tilt up garage door acts as a connection between its industrial past and present. A highly considered design that benefit those who live there and the surrounding community, Elements is Plus Architecture’s first carbon neutral residential project with sustainability at the forefront of its design ethos.
