People and Culture
We believe our greatest strength lies in our people.
We’re committed to nurturing an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive professionally while maintaining balance in their lives. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and a genuine commitment to creating positive social impact through thoughtful design.
We are a community of creative thinkers and problem solvers who share a passion for shaping better places together. With a commitment to maintaining a medium sized practice, we create space for meaningful relationships, diverse perspectives, and a leadership team that truly reflects modern society. Our size allows us to be agile while still delivering impactful projects.
Simon Knott
Principal
Tim Black
Principal
George Huon
Principal
Missy Saleeba
Practice Manager
Vanda Scarfo
Finance Manager
Deb Adams
Senior Associate
Vaughan Howard
Associate
Nico Kelly
Associate
Hannah Rowe
Senior Architect
Kelvin Chai
Senior Design & Visualisation
Elizabeth Mason
Interior Designer
Iliya Manasiev
BIM Coordinator/Project Delivery
Elias Hanna
Graduate of Architecture
Gerald Low
Graduate of Architecture
Our Approach to Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity at BKK encompasses all that makes us different—cultural backgrounds, qualifications, experiences, and perspectives. We believe these differences strengthen our practice, unlocking more value and promoting deeper understanding.
We are actively working to increase female representation in our leadership team. Our policies ensure that gender is never a barrier to career advancement, and we maintain strict pay equity standards regardless of gender identity.
Our inclusive workplace welcomes people of all backgrounds, including those from the LGBTQIA+ community, varying cultural heritages, different age groups, and diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. We believe this diversity allows us to better serve our increasingly diverse clients and communities.
Working Groups
Our practice supports and encourages the active engagement of our working groups, which serve as engines of innovation and continuous improvement. Importantly, these groups are led by staff members across all levels of the practice rather than senior management, empowering our team to drive meaningful change and take ownership of initiatives they’re passionate about.
Our five key working groups—Sustainability, RAP, Innovation, Quality (IMS), and Social Procurement—provide opportunities for staff to contribute to our collective growth, share knowledge across disciplines, and shape the future direction of our practice.
Work-Life Balance & Benefits
We understand that creativity can occur when people feel supported in all aspects of their lives. Our approach to work-life balance includes hybrid working arrangements with work-from-home options, flexible working hours to accommodate personal needs, comprehensive parental leave for all caregivers, family-friendly policies, and remote working options when needed.
Working at BKK also means enjoying a range of benefits designed to support your well being and enhance your experience. These include comprehensive health and well being initiatives, a social work environment with regular events, pet-friendly office spaces, end-of-trip facilities, studio lunches and social events, an Employee Assistance Program for confidential support, long service rewards, referral bonuses, and opportunities to participate in charity fundraisers and volunteer days.
Career Development
We’re committed to helping our people reach their full potential through:
- Structured performance reviews and clear promotion pathways
- Mentoring programs that foster growth and development
- In-house training, workshops, and knowledge sharing
- Payment of PARC registration course
- CPD and training allowances
- Teaching opportunities
Our transparent promotion pathways are designed to celebrate and reward talent and hard work, creating opportunities for everyone to advance based on merit and performance.
Architect / Experienced Graduate of Architecture
We are looking for an Architect or Experienced Graduate of Architecture, to join our friendly Melbourne studio.
Contributing to high quality design and documentation while supporting and mentoring the people around you. We work across a variety of sectors, and we’re looking for someone who shares our commitment to collaborative, people focused design.
The role will include, but will not be limited to:
- Delivering a project through all phases from concept to completion
- Producing high quality design and documentation packages
- Collaborating and coordinating with clients, consultants and stakeholders with confidence and respect
- Overseeing and supporting project teams, providing guidance and mentorship
- Contributing to BKK’s culture of curiosity, innovation and continuous improvement
What we are looking for:
- Minimum 5–7 years of experience (please do not apply if you do not meet this requirement)
- Capable of working independently
- Highly proficient in Revit (essential) and Adobe Creative Suite (Rhino a bonus)
- Experience in housing, civic, education or community projects highly regarded
- A collaborative, positive and curious approach to practice
- Excellent communication skills across all audiences
If you are ready to take the next step in your career, please email Missy, our Practice Manager: missy@b-k-k.com.au
No agency applications, direct applications only. Australian residents only.
Looking for a space to rent?
We love to collaborate and that includes sharing our space with other creatives. We have had some space become available for short term or long term rent in our beautifully lit, central, secure, CBD location.
The opportunity includes access to our fantastic shared amenities such as; kitchen, coffee machine, boardroom, meeting room, meditation room & end-of-trip facilities. With floor to ceiling windows, looking out towards the Birrarung Marr, our level 7 mezzanine is a fantastic space to work. Our team is friendly, vibrant, creative and we love sharing our space with like-minded businesses.
If you are interested in making an enquiry to rent out a desk, please email office@b-k-k.com.au