ARM Melbourne | ARM Architecture

ARM Melbourne | ARM Architecture | Photographer: Jerome Cole

2026 National Architecture Awards Program

ARM Melbourne | ARM Architecture

Traditional Land Owners

Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation

Year
2026
Chapter

Victoria

Category
Commercial Architecture
Builder
McCormack
Photographer
Jerome Cole
Media summary

Designed by ARM, for ARM, the new studio is both highly functional and a clear embodiment of ARM’s culture, creativity and progressive design ethos. Atop the former MLC Building (1973), the fitout transforms a post-war modernist tower into a vibrant, flexible environment supporting focused work, collaboration, interaction, and knowledge sharing.

Organised around a half-donut floorplate with panoramic city views, the design prioritises staff wellbeing and productivity. Alongside naturally lit, height-adjustable workstations are focus rooms, collaborative lounges, a materials workshop, and library. Central spaces host events, lectures, and community engagement; flexible meeting and presentation spaces enable client interaction and creative exploration.

Sustainability guided material selection, including refurbished and second-hand furniture and recycled finishes. Bold colour and subtle graphics energise the workspace. Feature columns, with 3D designs developed with AI, express ARM’s ongoing exploration of technology and inventive approaches. The studio exemplifies a user-focused, innovative workplace  that celebrates design, culture, and collaboration.

Project Practice Team

Howard Raggatt, Design Architect
Jenny Watson, Design Architect
Hannah Kuek, Project Architect
Jesse Judd, Project Director
Andrea Wilson, Design Team
Amber Stewart, Design Team

Project Consultant and Construction Team

Studio 103, Documentation
Case Meallin, Project Manager
Compass-Intelle Engineering Group, Services Consultant
Studio All, Lighting Consultant

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