About
Based in Hamilton, Cooper Scaife Architects operate throughout western Victoria. The practice has an established reputation for producing sophisticated architectural design, whilst maintaining firm control over our clients’ budgets.
Practice Profile
CSA pursue design excellence as a regional Victorian practice. The firm is led by Daniel Cooper and Bianca Scaife and is supported by a dedicated team of professional staff who bring a broad range of skills to every project. Both Daniel and Bianca studied architecture at RMIT, graduating with first class honours. Prior to entering private practice, they spent a number of years working for design offices in Melbourne, Hong Kong and the Netherlands.
Since its establishment in 2003 the range and scale of work undertaken by CSA has grown to include new houses, alterations to heritage homes, commercial, municipal, cultural tourism, education and health facilities.
Design Approach
We take a strategic approach to design and this informs decisions throughout the project, from the ‘big picture’ through to the smallest details. Throughout the design process, we forge close relationships with our clients and collaborate with them closely to achieve their goals.
Our buildings are deceptively simple. Every design is a unique and resolved response to our clients’ brief and the qualities of the place that they inhabit. We are interested in the craft of making and in creating a timeless and enduring form of design. Above all else, we seek to make architecture that elevates the enjoyment of everyday life.
OUR PEOPLE
Bianca Scaife,
Director
Daniel Cooper,
Principal Architect
Rebecca Pike,
Graduate of Architecture
Xavier Renehan,
Graduate of Architecture
Sustainability
Environmentally sustainable design is a strong focus of the practice. Every project incorporates the principles of passive thermal design and the careful selection of sustainable materials. We use quality local materials wherever possible to reduce our carbon footprint and enrich our projects with a strong connection to their region.
Carbon Neutral
As part of our ongoing commitment to addressing the climate change emergency, CSA are a carbon neutral practice. We use 100% certified green power, drive an electric vehicle, minimize our use of paper and creation of food waste. Each year, we purchase a small number of carbon credits to offset the usage we can’t eliminate.
Memberships
Cooper Scaife Architects is a registered architectural company in Victoria.
www.arbv.vic.gov.au
Cooper Scaife Architects is an A+ member of the Australian Institute of Architects. www.architecture.com.au
The company and its directors are members of the Association of Consulting Architects.
https://aca.org.au/
Giving
Giving effectively. CSA proudly donates annually to Effective Altruism Australia, a non-for-profit dedicated to finding outstanding opportunities for effective altruism to improve the lives of the world's poorest people. https://effectivealtruism.org.au/
Careers
Cooper Scaife Architects is always looking for passionate and talented individuals to join our practice. We welcome direct applications from suitably qualified draftspersons, graduate architects or experienced architects at any time. A strong interest in design, fluency in AutoCAD, Revit and excellent communication skills are highly valued.
Philosophy & Opportunities
Cooper Scaife Architects offers an opportunity to work on a wide variety of project types including houses, schools, community buildings, commercial offices, shops, healthcare and heritage work. There are also opportunities to assist with awards entries, presentations and marketing activities, so there is never a dull moment!
We seek to identify the strengths of our staff and create roles to bring out their talents. We also provide and opportunities for continuing professional development as well as on-the-job training. We support diversity of all kinds and are a family-friendly workplace. Working hours are negotiable and the option of part-time work is also available.
Lifestyle
Working for Cooper Scaife Architects is an opportunity to enjoy a rural lifestyle. Hamilton is a town of 10,000 people, located approximately 300km west of Melbourne in the heart of a prime agricultural district. It is an easy drive to the coast, the Grampians National Park and the Coonawarra region. There is a wide range of housing both in town and the surrounding district and prices are considerably less than Melbourne and many other regional towns. The town is fortunate to be well-serviced with a large choice of schooling and excellent healthcare facilities. For further information about Hamilton and the surrounding district please visit: www.sthgrampians.vic.gov.au
Relocation packages will also be considered, if required.
If you are interested in working with us, please email your CV and a cover letter to: info@cooperscaife.com
Only Australian or New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residency holders, and candidates with full-work rights in Australia should apply.