Episode Notes

In this episode we look at the design approach to large projects with Marko Damic, principal at Architectus.

We dive in to what Marko calls the natural forces that inform the specific design to a project. These are linked to the 5 Ps that is the design philosophy of Architectus being - People, Place, Purpose, Planet and Production.

We talk about Marko's beginnings as co-writer and star in a play that Michael directed when the pair were students at UNSW before winning two student scholarships and going on to work for numerous critically acclaimed practices in Australia and London.

Now a design leader at Architectus Marko also speaks to his love for the Illawarra Region. A love that began in second year university when working on a design studio project at Garie beach and continues to just recently where Marko and the team submitted a Development Application for the design of a large project in Central Wollongong.

More about Marko:

With over 20 years’ experience gained in both the UK and Australia, Marko has predominantly worked on the design and delivery of significant high and medium rise multi unit residential, commercial, mixed use, infrastructure and education projects.

During Marko’s 11 years at Bates Smart as an Associate Director and lead designer, Marko worked on a number of key projects. He led many major commercial and residential projects through successful design competitions, master plan and design development phases.

Marko’s analytical and inventive approach to design and problem solving ensure a thorough and effective design outcome for clients. This has resulted in projects receiving numerous industry awards, including a number of Australian Institute of Architects (AIA) National Awards for residential and commercial buildings as well as the AIA Sulman Award for Public Buildings.

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Illawarra Festival of Architecture and Design

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Co host Penny Keogh

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Host Michael Clarke

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