The document summarizes MODE's expertise in commercial architecture and design. It discusses their experience working on various commercial project types including transport and infrastructure, integrated developments, retail, and workplace projects. MODE takes a collaborative approach to understand client needs and deliver high-quality, flexible designs tailored to different locations.

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Transport Infrastructure 3
Integrated Development 11
Retail25
Workplace37
Innovation CapitalisationTM
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Westfield Shopping Centre, Carindale, QLD

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QLD / NT Interiors Leader
Commercial architecture deals specifically with the public realm
and the design of buildings and places within it. This genre of
architecture and urban design is focused on combining function
with style to meet the needs of a wide range of business types
and operational models.
MODE is well versed in working with multiple stakeholders and
client representatives to distill the key outcomes that will fully
address the client’s functional and aspirational requirements.
These projects are designed to allow for flexibility and
adaptability, as community expectations and needs will change
over the building's lifespan. Given that the sector is continually
changing, MODE approach each project with the intent of
delivering high-quality design outcomes to enable place making
across the sector.
The specialised commercial team at MODE recognise the benefits
of well-considered outcomes and acknowledge that there is no
single solution to designing successful commercial developments.
What works in one location does not necessarily work in another.
An alignment of vision and understanding through collaboration
with all stakeholders is paramount to the design process.
A manner, way, or method of doing
something, experiencing something, or acting.
A particular form or kind.”
From the very first stages of design through to project
completion, MODE's work is underwritten by core values, derived
from the very definition of 'mode' itself. Exploring the three
principles of Manner, Method and Form, MODE ensure that
each project is undertaken with a clear, consistent and cohesive
approach. This allows MODE to achieve a mutual vision of the
client’s goals and see this grow into something that exceeds
expectations. It’s the MODE way, made up of their own signature
style, that sets them apart and adds value into the fundamentals
of everything they do.
MANNER
MODE believe that a collaborative approach is paramount to
enable effective communication throughout the project.
METHOD
As a multidisciplinary design practice, MODE's process is
solution-focused, based on an innovative design-led approach
that is informed using best practice tools, learned knowledge
and research.
FORM
MODE's design outcomes are adaptive, flexible solutions that
meet client’s needs and fulfil their sustainable objectives.
The overall form is reflective of MODE's approach.
MODE:
Rhonan O'Brien
Managing Principal
Yoshino Seki
Senior Interior Designer
Megan Rodgers
Associate DIrector
Group Commercial Manager
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5. Transport Infrastructure
Infrastructure plays a key role in developing and maintaining
economic capacity. National priority has focused on the
development of water, energy, transport and IT infrastructure.
MODE has long recognised the importance of strong
infrastructure systems in delivering sustainable, productive and
liveable communities.
Throughout Australia, MODE have been involved in the
development of rail, port and airport facilities and understand
the immense value these projects deliver to cities and regions.
MODE’s experience also includes the development and upgrading
of defence facilities throughout the country. The scale and
complexity of these projects cannot be underestimated, and the
difficulties working with secure, operational facilities are widely
understood practices at MODE.
MODE recognise the beneficial effects of well-considered
outcomes, however, acknowledge there is no single solution to
designing successful infrastructure developments. It is imperative
to the design process to have an alignment of vision and
understanding through collaboration with all stakeholders and
end users.
How We Do It
WE RECOGNISE the importance of strong
infrastructure in delivering sustainable and
liveable communities.
WE ADAPT existing spaces and
infrastructure to accommodate current
client requirements and flow projections.
WE UTILISE our expertise and past
experience to apply to future projects
and opportunities.
WE UNDERSTAND the value of projects
and the perception they form whilst creating
a synergy between cities, regions and people.
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Client: Brisbane Airport Corporation
The Common User Terminal is a unique space at the Brisbane Domestic Terminal building in that
it facilitates both passenger arrivals and departures in the one space for low cost carriers. With
space at a premium and passenger flow projections scheduled to grow exponentially, MODE were
commissioned to collaborate with Brisbane Airport Corporation to automate the check in facility
and improve processing time for both check in and arrivals; allowing increased dwell times in the
retail space.
Brisbane Domestic
Common User
Terminal Upgrade
BRISBANE AIRPORT, QLD

7. Client: Virgin Australia, Hansen Yuncken Brisbane Airport Corporation
The satellite infill was designed to facilitate the increased passenger flow; expanding the current
wait space by infilling the satellite garden. With the creation of new floor areas on Levels 1 and 2, the
design optimises the available area for development and greater commuter numbers while upgrading
facilities to accommodate code D/E. This design allows for the expansion of the Virgin workplace.
Virgin Aerobridge
Upgrade
BRISBANE AIRPORT, QLD
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Client: King Island Council
This design delivered a vibrant, open plan terminal with plenty of lighting and natural ventilation
that blends internal and external elements. The form celebrates the island’s farming heritage and
shed vernacular with juxtaposed pods allowing for various functional requirements. The King Island
Airport Terminal upgrade was designed to optimise efficiencies for critical transport services to
ensure that the provision of high quality airport services was maximised.
King Island Airport
Redevelopment
KING ISLAND, TAS

9. Client: Brisbane Airport Corporation
The primary concept of this project focused on creating an arrival identity for Brisbane, improving
the arrival experience, as well as upgrading the operational and performance requirements for the
Arrivals Hall and transition spaces between Immigration and Customs. The theme focused on
creating a welcome mat to Brisbane that left a positive and lasting image on passengers. The concept
included the implementation of digital savvy, diverse language and family friendly wait spaces.
Brisbane International
Baggage Reclaim
Theming
BRISBANE AIRPORT, QLD
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Client: Bombardier Laing O'Rourke
The design of Queensland Rail’s new $190 million purpose built, state-of-the-art rollingstock facility was
undertaken by MODE within the Bombardier led PPP Consortium, QTECTIC. The facility was awarded
the National Smart Architecture Award for its use of 4D BIM, resulting in construction efficiencies,
reduced costs and early delivery. The design of the facility is based on both operational and construction
efficiencies; safe movement of trains, vehicles and staff around the site, quality and supporting the local
economy. Key features of the facility include a dedicated under floor wheel lathe, cleaning and decanting
facilities, raised rail and in-ground lifting capabilities for improved maintenance operations.
Queensland Rail
New Generation
Rollingstock Facility
WULKURAKA, QLD

11. Client: Bombardier Laing O'Rourke
MODE is currently undertaking the public private partnership (PPP) bid design of the new High Capacity Metro Trains
(HCMT) maintenance facilities in Pakenham East, which includes a train maintenance facility and stabling yard, as part
of the Bombardier Consortium. The PPP also includes a secondary Light Service facility in Calder Park to support
the heavy maintenance of trains at Pakenham. Up to 65 new high capacity trains and a depot will be delivered as an
‘availability based’ PPP, providing a dedicated train fleet for the Cranbourne- Pakenham line. The facilities will have
the flexibility to cater to the future rolling stock maintenance needs of the network. The trains are planned to be able
to carry 1100 passengers, with the ability to be lengthened to carry more than 1600 passengers if needed.
High Capacity
Metro Trains
Maintenance
Facility
PAKENHAM, VIC
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Energex Depot Office, Berrinba, QLD

13. Integrated Development
The art of master planning cities, urban infill, open space networks
and commercial precincts is founded on the dynamics of
understanding communities and people as individuals. MODE's
designers unify the urban form, environment, circulation of
multi-model transport and infrastructure with a sense of the
scale reflective of the individual to create site-responsive designs
that are tailored to the commercial outcomes of clients and the
policies of regulatory authorities.
Trends influencing the development of public works have seen a
recent framework shift in a direction that encourages integrated
development over independent typologies. Mixed use projects
integrating both long-term and short-stay residential facilities
with commercial, entertainment and retail precincts are emerging
on city fringes. These new integrated developments have placed
considerable pressure on aging commercial building stock.
MODE work collaboratively with their clients to be able to
revitalise all existing building stock and urban spaces in a manner
that contribute positively to immediate context, while presenting
a new face to the public. They strive to deliver well integrated
projects that can assist in energising a fringe space. Together,
the renewal of both spaces will enhance the overall public realm,
creating memorable experiences for both users of the city and
the building.
How We Do It
WE CREATE well-integrated projects that
can assist in revitalising fringe spaces.
WE WORKSHOP with stakeholders to
create an in depth understanding of
client needs.
WE AIM to create site-responsive designs,
tailored to the commercial requirements of
our clients and end users.
WE IDENTIFY trends that influence
framework shifts which encourage integrated
development over independent typologies.
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Client: Athol Place Trust
This site comprises of Athol Place, a heritage-listed, two-storey building of considerable significance. The client
was intent on preserving the historical architecture and cultural integrity of the building, while ensuring future
development to the site improves public access, both physically and visually. The proposed re-development of
site, features public occupation on the ground level and lettable tenancies on first level. The rear of the site is
redeveloped to provide additional car, motorbike and bicycle parking and improved servicing with commercial
tenancies above.
Athol Place
SPRING HILL, QLD

15. Client: Chris Zenonos
The prominence of the Main and Vulture corner site calls for an iconic solution that is not just from
an architectural and urban design response but from the proposition of providing a unique, holistic
experience for the destination visitor, the passer byer, the operator and the resident. The project
brief outlined calls for 300 apartments, 100 hotel suites and a variety of commercial/retail tenure.
MODE’s vision is to intelligently couple this requirement with access to a high level of amenity to
deliver an outcome that is locatable, appealing and sellable.
Main Vulture Street
WOOLLOONGABBA, QLD
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Client: Sudima Suites
The site at 133 Grey Street is located at the intersection of Grey and Melbourne Street, South Brisbane,
adjacent to the Heritage Listed South Brisbane Train Station. The subject site flanks South Bank
Cultural Precinct and forms an axis with Victoria Bridge providing a direct connection to Brisbane’s
CBD. The new hotel proposal addresses the cultural and heritage significance of the adjacent sites.
Proposing 144 units, bar, cafe restaurant and leisure facilities, the hotel caters for 5 star patronage.
Grey Street Hotel
SOUTH BANK, QLD

17. Client: PKNS Encorp
This proposal, in joint venture with Layton Group and BHD, marks a significant phase in the
revitalisation of Shah Alam, Selangor’s capital city, situated in the Petaling district of Malaysia. The
designs reflect iconic, state-of-the-art, sustainable concepts while maximising building and floor
space efficiency. The use of green technology and energy efficiency were an important factor in
the criteria to reflect the heritage and aspirations of the client as a leading property development
company in Malaysia.
Shah Alam City Centre
SELANGOR, MALAYSIA
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Client: City of Gold Coast
MODE partnered with renowned Dutch architects Mecanoo and Davis Langdon to devise a
conceptual response to the brief of Artscape (Landscape), Living (performing) Arts and a new
museum. MODE created three separate and unique buildings, tied together by a distinctive and
classic Gold Coast vernacular and landscape, culminating in a Jewel in the Crown that would be
the new Gold Coast Museum. The resulting design is a critical response to the design brief and a
culturally significant project appropriate to a time and place.
Gold Coast Cultural
Precinct
EVANDALE, QLD

19. Client: Energex Ranbury
MODE was appointed as the principal consultant in managing the design, documentation and
procurement for both the commercial building fitout and warehouse depot facilities. The project is
heavily geared around delivering on schedule and providing a value-for-money solution. MODE also
focuses on the ESD properties and sustainable design solutions, assisting Energex with operation
and lifecycle costing and strategies to mitigate unnecessary expenses.
Energex Depot Office
BERRINBA, QLD
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Client: Future Skills
The Future Skills fitout is a refurbishment of an existing commercial building, built circa 1970. The building
footprint was completely emptied, ready for the reconfigured workplace that MODE had designed
in collaboration with the client, staff and customers of Future Skills. Due to the changing operational
requirements of the workplace, the new space accommodated the requirements for additional staff and
integrated a new front of house area with better customer engagement. MODE provided full architectural,
interior and landscape design services, as well as acting as project manager for the client.
Future Skills
MOOROOKA, QLD

21. Client: Voxson Ltd
The Voxson project is a 5000 m² commercial building comprising of three levels of office
accommodation, a ground floor showroom, staff carpark located in the basement and visitors parking
situated at ground level. The site is part of the Queensland Government Priority Development Area,
and the tenure and design for the commercial building adopts a considered approach with a five star
NABRES rating in response to the PDA strategic guidelines.
Voxson Headquarters
EAGLE FARM, QLD
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Client: United Petroleum
MODE led the design and consultancy team from the design approval stage through to tender of
the fuel site and associated retail on this one hectare site; which has been approved to incorporate
600 m² of retail, fuel and medium density residential developments. MODE also led the facilitating
and streamlining of authority approval, standardising documentation and enabling the construction
team to begin work as scheduled.
United Petroleum
Rollout
VARIOUS LOCATIONS, QLD NSW

23. Client: Sunshine Four Pty Ltd
This integrated commercial and industrial estate sits on a 15,000 m² site in Narangba. The design
intent focuses on delivering a scale of development fundamental to the integrated uses, addressing
wayfinding and the unmarking of zones. Providing warehouse accommodation with interlinking
commercial tenancies, the project provides flexibility and the capacity to accommodate light industrial
and distribution activities. Car parking is centrally located on the flanks of the development to
maximise rigid vehicle circulation and the most efficient use of the site for its intended purpose.
Potassium Street
Development
NARANGBA, QLD
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Client: Department of Transport and Main Roads
This is the third project MODE has delivered for the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) as part of the
Queensland Government’s CSC upgrade rollout. Mackay is the most diverse facility, offering an array of services. The
CSC facility is to be upgraded and extended to suit its current customer needs. Daily existing customer numbers
reach 380-450, with projections of up to 600 after public holidays. Back of house facilities have also been upgraded
and expanded to support increased staff numbers. The design intent integrates both transport focused symbolism
with local presence through use of regional story telling in the graphics and screening systems.
Department of
Transport
Main Roads
MACKAY, QLD

25. Client: Queensland Rail Brisbane Housing Corporation
Morningside TOD is a project that represents MODE’s Innovations Capitalisation™ concept, by bringing together
clients with underutilised land assets or who need to provide a service but do not have access to the same land bank.
As a test case, the proposal looked to activate Morningside Rail Station by integrating the retail and operational
requirements of the station with childcare facilities, affordable housing and carpark facilities. By maximising the
opportunity of air rights over the station, Queensland Rail and Brisbane Housing Corporation can achieve a mutually
beneficial outcome that enables cost neutral maintenance and improved security surveillance, whilst providing
community support facilities.
Transit
Oriented
Development
MORNINGSIDE, QLD
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27. Retail
The retail sector is changing as rapidly as our lifestyles. In these
ever-changing environments, we are seeing the radical ideas of
yesterday — open-air centres, residential and civic mixes becoming
the norm. Compounded with the reinvention of department stores
and a renewed interest in transit-orientated retail, it is clear that the
industry is ready for some new thinking.
MODE work with a variety of clients to produce exceptional
outcomes in retail projects of all scales to maximise return on
prime retail space through collaboration, experience, knowledge
and authority. Their objective is to work closely with clients to
understand their business and customers to provide solutions that
work to reinvent the experience of retail environments.
By maximising qualities through economic, efficient and clever
design solutions, MODE’s team of designers have extensive and
intimate knowledge of new and traditional retail and entertainment
facilities, as well as a variety of procurement processes.
MODE have worked with national retailers, shopping centre owners,
specialty shop operators, large format retailers and developers of
master planned sites for stakeholders. MODE strive to best serve
their clients and the community by being an industry leader in
research and development in many aspects of retail architecture,
design, development and procurement.
MODE draw upon their research and development and apply it,
with a fresh outlook to all projects.
WE VALUE transit-oriented retail.
WE STRIVE to best serve our clients
and the community by being an industry
leader in research and development.
WE COLLABORATE our experience,
knowledge and authority to understand
our clients business and reinvent
retail environments.
WE EVALUATE options to produce
projects of all scales.
How We Do It
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Client: Department of Transport and Main Roads
The design committed itself to providing a high quality, flexible, functional alternative that maximised
the operational services and customer experience. The project was to provide local context to a
state-based service. This was achieved through a combination of architecture and infographic, digital
artwork creation and print production management relating to the local area of Toowong.
Transport Main Roads
Customer Service
Centre Rollout
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Client: Montague Developments
Awards: Property Council of Australia Retail Design Award
Configured over two levels, the Boab tree structure reflects the idealist notion of people playing
amongst the tree canopy. Accentuated use of integrated lighting was incorporated to enhance the
visual interest of the design.
Boab Cafe
SOUTH BANK, QLD

31. Client: Lasseters Casino
Sukra Restaurant in Lasseters Casino makes exceptional use of its available space to produce a
stunning end result for its clients. Working within the constraints of a 150 m² space, the use of
vibrant reds complimented by warm earthy tones provides a welcoming environment for diners.
A private dining area can be sectioned off with the use of innovative retractable bamboo walls to
offer full flexibility.
Sukra Restaurant
ALICE SPRINGS, NT
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Client: Zenous Group
The Ipswich City Centre Core is identified as the most important of all key revitalisation areas in the
Ipswich Regional Centre Strategy (IRCS). MODE’s vision for the IRCS is to remedy the disconnect
between the town centre, its community and the existing urban planning strategies in place to better
address the needs and distribution of the populace. This significant opportunity for the revitalisation
program will reinforce the importance of the city centre as the retail, commercial, entertainment,
cultural and civic heart of the city.
Ipswich City Centre
Redevelopment
IPSWICH, QLD

33. Client: Bank of Queensland
In a view to refresh the Bank of Queensland’s (BOQ) branding and banking model in 2008, MODE
provided a holistic design service for the 130 new business and retail banking branch rollout. The refresh
for the design addressed key items, including operational efficiency, security and client interface as well
as branding and customer awareness and marketability. To ensure brand consistency was maintained
throughout the architecture, interior design and visual graphic components, MODE created a BOQ Design
Manual. The manual acted as a guideline, providing a framework for all future fitouts.
Bank of Queensland
National Rollout
VARIOUS LOCATIONS, QLD
NSW
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Client: Power Water
MODE worked closely with Power and Water to achieve specific design requirements for their
customer retail centre in Darwin. The MODE design team created a flexible working environment
that supports the employee working needs and promotes efficiency and job satisfaction. The fitout
incorporates the client’s branding and the design promotes open-plan workstations and offices, and
minimal use of fully-enclosed, private offices for individual employees. The design ensures a safe and
secure work environment.
Power Water
Customer Retail Centre
PALMERSTON, NT

35. Client: Department of the Prime Minister Cabinet
MODE is the project architect for a number of the locations, in the Department of the Prime
Minister Cabinet (DPMC) managed Aboriginals Benefits Account (ABA) Stores Infrastructure
Project. This project aims to upgrade and construct new community stores and manager’s housing
in 18 communities across the Northern Territory. MODE have provided architecture, landscape
architecture, interior design and graphic design services.
Remote Communities
Stores Managers
Accommodation
VARIOUS LOCATIONS, NT
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Client: Private Client
This fitout has maximised the usable space through the efficient planning of back of house areas and
use of operable walls around the perimeter, increasing space and amenity for customers. The delivered
product showcases a range of quality finishes and furniture, which quietly complements the vibrant
colour scheme of the café, while the simple layout provides an open and welcoming space.
Deli Xpresso
Cafe @ Coles
KATOOMBA, NSW

37. Client: Private Client
MODE provided a complete design, documentation and construction package for the beverage
chain prior to the grand opening. This included kiosk design, menus, graphic panels, signage and all
promotional collateral.
Tea Bar
CHERMSIDE, QLD
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39. Workplace
Workplace design has evolved into a highly specialist design
field to support an organisation and its staff to work in their
optimal manner.
MODE's aim is to fully understand clients’ workplace triggers and
processes in order to deliver a space that supports the current, or
desired, workplace ethos. The most important part of the design
briefing process is gaining an innate understanding of the people
within the organisation and typical business activities, enabling
MODE to deliver a design that is adapted to the specific needs
of the business.
A good workplace design is flexible to change and allows for
growth of teams without major structural change. It allows
for churn within the built form, while reflecting the client’s
value system and promotes workplace behaviours that are
representative of the organisation's values.
The most effective workplaces provide an array of working
environments that support the organisation, maximising the
opportunities available to its teams. Designing a variety of
working environments with both collaborative and secluded
workspaces, will engage the users in ways not
previously envisaged.
WE LISTEN to deliver spaces that support
the current or desired workplace ethos.
WE INVIGORATE workplace design to
maximise the opportunities available to
its teams.
WE SEEK to understand the
organisations values and reflect this within
the built form.
WE GAIN an innate understanding to
deliver a design adapted to specific needs
of the business.
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DT Digital
ST KILDA, VIC
Client: DT Digital/STW Group
STW Group are a design based creative studio who provided a project brief for MODE to design
an inspirational and free form workplace environment, enabling its creative team flexibility to think
beyond the boundaries. From the moment the lift doors open, the visitor is drawn into an exciting
and provocative visual and operational journey. The engaging interactive breakout areas are filled
with oversized quirky furniture and lighting, while the work spaces deliver open-plan offices with
flexible workstation systems designed around the 'Activity Based Workplace' consultation process.

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Client: Australian Taxation Office DTZ
The Australian Taxation office and DTZ commissioned MODE to upgrade their 14,000 m² workplace
in Surry Hills, NSW. The upgrade was designed to increase the density of work stations and provide
an office suite for the Commissioner. The design also introduced new training and ICT facilities while
working seamlessly with the existing interiors which follow the existing language of the landmark
building. The selection of materials and design aesthetic was to be a sympathetic yet strong look from
the existing design ethos.
Australian Taxation
Office Workplace
SURRY HILLS, NSW

43. Client: Department of Agriculture DTZ
MODE partnered with the Department of Agriculture (DA) to design and deliver a major
refurbishment to the 4,800 m² workplace in Brisbane. The project has been delivered in four
stages to enable the workplace to remain operational. Working closely with 26 stakeholder user
groups, MODE developed a collective design outcome that carefully responds to a brief with high
complexities, both for staffing collocation and operational requirements in a Commonwealth
secure environment.
Department of
Agriculture Workplace
BRISBANE AIRPORT, QLD
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Client: Open Minds Australia
MODE worked with Open Minds to deliver a workplace and customer-focused rollout that reflected
the organisation’s progressive practices and rebrand across three different sites. Detailed briefs were
worked up with MODE for each project with particular reference to open-plan spaces, pod-type
arrangements and a relaxed and informal reception and waiting area. MODE were responsible for full
design, project management and contract administration for these projects.
Open Minds
VARIOUS LOCATIONS, QLD

45. Client: Engineers Australia (NT)
Awards: Australian Institute of Architects Commendation for Interior Architecture
This concept reflects Engineers Australia corporate identity and delivers a design that creates an
environment that encourages creativity and innovation. Heritage images are displayed on large
movable walls as a reference to the engineering achievements that have occurred throughout
Darwin’s history.
Engineers Australia
DARWIN, NT
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Client: Accor Group Cadwell Construction
MODE was commissioned to carry out the design for the new Accor Advantage Plus call centre in
North Sydney. Providing vibrancy and stimulation in static operational space was a driving factor
for the client. The call centre environment embraces sustainable finishes, ergonomically-tested
furniture, spacious planning and exciting break-out areas that has resulted in achieving a well-
received, modern and collaborative workplace. The simple colour and texture palette of finishes
allowed MODE’s design team to be creative through the selection of vibrantly-coloured furniture,
complementing the new space.
Accor Advantage
Plus Workplace
Call Centre
NORTH SYDNEY, NSW

47. Client: Australian Red Cross
MODE worked with the Australian Red Cross (ARC) to design a space that houses their Homelessness
Team in a manner that was sufficiently flexible to undertake a vast scope of programming for both staff and
clients, provide equal access and importantly, provide a level of aesthetic appeal and interest to encourage
the customer to come through the front door. The fitout is intended as a working canvas that provides a
sound base for the team and the customers; a canvas that is open to further development by its users, to
promote ownership and a sense of self, over time.
The Young Centre
FORTITUDE VALLEY, QLD
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Client: IKON Communications Badjar Ogilvy/The STW Group
The redesign of the entry foyer and the creation of a framed diagonal axis through the workspaces
are key elements in the design of the Ikon fitout. Views to the Shrine of Remembrance are opened
up and emphasised by the axial concept. Selective use of colour adds impact and excitement to
the diagonal elements. Walls of container plants provide for privacy yet enable light and air flow
to be enhanced. The selection of sustainable materials has also been a key determinant in design
decisions. The fitout was met with a high level of staff satisfaction and client engagement.
Ikon Communications
ST KILDA, VIC

49. Client: Badjar Ogilvy
Maintaining a consistent colour and material palette throughout, MODE's design team ensured that the
Badjar Ogilvy workplace fitout followed a cohesive visual appearance from the entry foyer through to the
contemporary workspaces. Overall, the fitout is a representation of the modern workplace, where staff can
enjoy contemporary amenities and work in an engaging and collaborative manner.
Badjar Ogilvy
ST KILDA, VIC
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How We Do It
IDENTIFY OPPORTUNITIES USING INNOVATION CAPITALISATION™
MODE identify not only the expected outcomes from a project,
but also the underlying reasons dictating the need for the project.
This allows for the identification of the ‘Capital in Reserve’ and
employment of innovative approaches to incorporate social
and environmental solutions to best deliver the client’s required
outcomes.
EXPLORE IDEAS AND MEASURE AGAINST THE FOUR PILLARS
From the identification of issues, MODE comprehensively
explore the opportunities from the four pillars – economic, social,
environmental and educative – and determine how design can best
facilitate and maximise the benefits associated with the project.
STRATEGISE THE DELIVERY
MODE has a wealth of best practice experience and this, in
conjunction with lateral thinking expertise, is strategised to
determine how the opportunities can best be delivered. During
this phase MODE assess potential options available to the client
and where possible, quantify the economic, social, environmental
and educative outcomes. This allows fully informed decisions to
be made regarding the best overall approach for the project from
an economic and society-wide perspective.
QUANTIFY THE OUTCOMES AGAINST IC’S FOUR PILLARS
As a final step, MODE quantify the potential outcomes so that
all benefits can be clearly communicated to the client, the
community and potential partners. Experience has shown that
this can increase the number of willing partners in a project and
increase the returns for each partner.
The possibilities of Innovation Capitalisation are limitless and
through ongoing research, experience and knowledge, MODE will
use this innovative and unique design approach to unlock more
community-focused outcomes.
Pillars of Design
ECONOMIC
Understanding the principles of return on social, environmental,
personal and fiscal investment; in conjunction with a complexity
of factors that stimulate benefits, such as employment generation,
community gain, alternative revenues and financial models,
affordability, overall value for money and total cost of ownership.
SOCIAL
Passionate about problem solving, MODE openly partner and
collaborate to innovate and generate positive outcomes for the
broader communities and societies.
ENVIRONMENTAL
MODE are conscious of where people live, play and work. Through
the application of innovative design techniques, all MODE projects
minimise negative impacts on the environment and create
opportunity for environmental wellbeing, to leave the world in
better health.
EDUCATIVE
Committed to maintaining the benefits of social, economic and
environmental achievements, MODE work actively towards closing
the learning cycle, believing that the built environment has the
capacity to enhance all our lives and contribute to who we are.
Innovation Capitalisation™
Innovation Capitalisation™ by MODE is a pivotal tool developed to consider a project from the outset before any design has occurred. It aligns
specialist providers, groups, businesses and government with the sole purpose of creating better communities through unique and innovative design.
The four key pillars (social, economic, environmental and educative) act as the drivers for Innovation Capitalisation and is how MODE unlock the
‘Capital in Reserve’ on each project. MODE views Innovation Capitalisation as a new procurement method, an opportunity to align community needs
with commercial outcomes and place-making to bring people together. It is about teaching people who aren’t just students, supporting people who
require extra help and bringing minimum amenities to areas facing isolation and dislocation. Innovation Capitalisation works with clients to generate
the best possible outcome to engage communities, activate spaces and build better facilities that respond to the needs of real people.

51. Studio Contacts
ED HAYSOM
General Director
MODE HAYSOM
Architect Vietnam Co
Ed’s multifaceted architectural
career encompasses multi-
unit residential, retail and
commercial buildings while
specialising in resort and
hospitality projects and has
won numerous awards for his
work. He brings a wealth of
knowledge in development
and implementation of
best practice policies and
procedures which assist
outcomes for projects in
both Australia and Vietnam.
PAUL ORESHKIN
Sydney Studio Director
With over 15 years experience
in the industry, Paul currently
leads a talented team of
design professionals in the
Sydney Studio that is able to
provide services to our clients
in architecture, urban design,
master planning, landscape
architecture, graphics and
interior design. Since opening
in Sydney, Paul has been able
to provide a wide range of
services to clients in NSW.
TIM BOAG
Sunshine Coast
Studio Manager
Tim’s experience ranges from
work with the Australian
Agency for International
Development in developing
countries to internationally-
recognised sporting facilities
in Australia and New Zealand.
Tim leverages the diversity
of his experience across
project types to provide
broader approaches to
design challenges and better
outcomes in a regional context.
KATHERINE RICKARD
Gold Coast Studio Manager
Katherine is a registered
architect with experience
in a range of architectural
project types and scales,
from interior fit-outs and
community facilities to
larger-scale residential and
mixed-use developments,
for a range of user and client
groups in Australia and
overseas. Katherine’s design
approach pays particular
attention to detail to achieve
high-quality outcomes for
the end-user, achieved in
a collaborative manner.
RHONAN O'BRIEN
Managing Principal
With over 30 years experience,
Rhonan believes in measuring
a project’s success against
a ‘triple bottom line’ of
environmental, economic and
social sustainability. As well as
bringing strong leadership to
every project, Rhonan’s ability
to consider alternative design
solutions for each creates
more value in the built project
for his client and their end
users against these metrics.
SIMON PAUL
Perth Studio Manager
Simon is a confident and
competent architect, with
over ten years of experience
in the profession. With
strengths in all facets of the
architectural process from
design and documentation
through to the skills required
to communicate with clients,
contractors and consultants.
MARK BURKE-DAMASCHKE
Auckland Studio Director
Mark has a successful track
record of over 25 years,
working on large and complex
projects across Europe and
New Zealand. His architectural
capability focuses on a broad
range of design sectors,
including large scale retail
developments, commercial
and leisure facilities,
heritage, civic, justice, master
planning, urban design and
sustainable design projects.
JENNY CULGAN
Darwin Studio Manager
Jenny is a registered
architect with over 18 years
all round architectural
experience, including
contract administration and
construction management
in the Northern Territory.
Adaptability is a common
trait in NT Architects and
Jenny’s experience highlights
this. Having worked in many
communities throughout the
Northern Territory, Jenny has
a focus on producing designs
which are both practical
and culturally appropriate.
DAVID LENNOX
Melbourne Studio Manager
Infrastructure Team Leader
David leads the Melbourne
design team as Studio
Manager and brings over 16
years of extensive Architecture
and Urban Design experience
both locally and abroad.
He is passionate about the
public realm of buildings and
spaces with comprehensive
experience that spans across
Infrastructure, Transport,
Civic, Educational and
Residential project types.
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