Simon Couchman Architects

Simon Couchman Architects is a Melbourne-based architectural practice with a strong emphasis on unique, challenging and functional design. We offer a highly personalized service that allows clients to understand the process and follow the progress of their projects from early sketch design ideas through to construction. Our practice endeavors to develop close and productive relationships with clients to help us understand the specific needs and requirements of individual projects. Simon Couchman Architects was established in 2006 by Simon Couchman after a number of years working for leading architectural firms both in Australia and Overseas. Simon has experience in a range of project types including Institutional / Educational, commercial, single/multi-residential and campus design. Urban design work includes city revitalisation projects throughout NSW, WA and Israel as well as award-winning urban re-development projects in China. Originating from his university studies in Australia, Simon has a great interest in Ecologically Sustainable Design (ESD), completing his thesis on sustainable communities at Montana State University.He has since followed on to further experimental as well as more conventional ESD projects in Australia and the US. Simon has had much experience in the building process and believes in being hands-on during the construction phases of the job while maintaining a balanced, transparent and thorough approach to contract administration. ..