SGKS ARCH is a full-service architectural and interior design studio based in South Melbourne. Established in 2022, We are proud of our rich history and contribution to the fabric of contemporary architecture across Melbourne and Regional Victoria.
We’re grounded in a distinctive approach to architecture—and unapologetic about doing things differently. We’re a creative collective with deep, multidisciplinary skills spanning architecture, design, and construction. We work from concept to completion, shaping spaces that work as hard as they wow.
Our values — Collaboration, Creativity, and Craft — are the cornerstones of our practice and the lens through which we set our standards. They give us the freedom to adapt, pivot, and innovate, because in this industry, the difference between good and unforgettable is the courage to push further. Our role is to make the process seamless, smart, and genuinely enjoyable for every client.
Collaborate
Collaboration is at our core, ego is left at the door. We listen and learn to authentically translate your vision. We strive to gain a genuine understanding of the people behind the project to deliver a unique and robust solution with every opportunity. Our collaborative process ensures that we also bring together the most effective and experienced team to navigate the complexities, whilst making the experience one for you to enjoy.
Craft
We don’t just create buildings, we tell stories. Behind every project is a story of craftsmanship that goes beyond the aesthetic. Our principles provide solutions that efficiently resolve design challenges to maximise space, buildability and livability. Stainability figures prominently, never an afterthought, to ensure we minimise the impact on the environment through design both now and future considerations. We balance fluidity with structure which allows us to negotiate constraints such as budget, schedule and complex site conditions.
Create
We are a design-driven collective who can innately balance creativity with commercial priorities for our clients. Our shared love of contemporary design and appreciation of historical architecture is what generates thoughtfully considered mixed-use, commercial and public projects that make an active contribution to Melbourne’s urban fabric. Creativity is foster in our studio – it is paramount for our clients to be inspired by every interaction.
