JDH Architects

JDH Architects Environments that enable people to shine We focus our thinking on creating excellence in design.

We achieve this by seeking out originality and innovation, scholarly endeavour and inspiring interpretation - and enjoying real engagement with people and communities. JDH Architects looks to the future of design, continuously tracking the innovations in technology, practices and materials that are pushing architecture and facility design towards a smarter and more sustainable future. Our strength

lies in the design and delivery of educational facilities. We offer a complete professional service from inception to completion.

Big day today - photo shoot of our paddo pad. Many thanks to .media Daniel & Natasha such pros!
19/01/2024

Big day today - photo shoot of our paddo pad. Many thanks to .media Daniel & Natasha such pros!

St Francis Catholic College Construction Updates:We are currently in the building stages of the Admin, Junior Block, and...
22/10/2023

St Francis Catholic College Construction Updates:
We are currently in the building stages of the Admin, Junior Block, and Resource Centre of St Francis Catholic College in Edmonson Park. JDH completed the design of the Senior Block at St Francis back in 2020 and are excited to be back working the Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong!

Have a look at some of the brainstorming and planning that goes into the design of our projects! These sketches come fro...
27/09/2023

Have a look at some of the brainstorming and planning that goes into the design of our projects! These sketches come from a project back in 2018 - St. John's - Dapto.

Happy Friday! Another throw back project from 2014 – The Nirimba Educational Precinct which was designed for the Univers...
07/09/2023

Happy Friday! Another throw back project from 2014 – The Nirimba Educational Precinct which was designed for the University of Wester Sydney. The objectives for this project were to explore and develop innovative and integrated design solutions in response to WSU’s key themes of learning, collaboration, inspiration, sustainability, transformation, and community. JDH Architects worked closely with the client and end-user group to understand the space’s learning needs, including a diverse sector from the wider learning community.

Designed as the University’s first 5 Star Green Star Building, this teaching facility includes 18 flexible learning spaces, a 450-seat public lecture theatre and communal space for working, learning and gathering.

Have a peak behind the scenes at some of the professional photography out at St. Michael's Daceyville this morning!     ...
18/08/2023

Have a peak behind the scenes at some of the professional photography out at St. Michael's Daceyville this morning!

Unleashing Creativity at JDHeD 2023 with LEGO!  was a fantastic afternoon of engaging panels, networking and creative LE...
11/08/2023

Unleashing Creativity at JDHeD 2023 with LEGO!

was a fantastic afternoon of engaging panels, networking and creative LEGO workshops! It's amazing how playfulness can spark innovative ideas. Had a blast connecting with talented professionals too! A special thanks to Daniel Butterick (MRICS) for hosting an incredible session.

Project Feature: St Therese Early Learning CentreConceived from inception as the “third teacher”, the building and its e...
07/08/2023

Project Feature: St Therese Early Learning Centre

Conceived from inception as the “third teacher”, the building and its external areas have been designed to support the social, physical, and intellectual development of children aged 2-6. The learning spaces are designed to enable not just the presentation of concepts in multiple forms, but also the development and iteration of these concepts over time.

The natural light is a strong architectural aspect of the ELC. Glazing throughout the building provides a soft osmosis between the spaces, where visibility and transparency allow for a sense of community and connection to each other.

St. Therese Early Learning Centre has been designed by JDH not just to meet the specific pedagogical criteria for early learning, but also as a place for discovery and delight. This is a place for both learning and community.

We are thrilled to provide an update on the forthcoming JDHeD Value for Money event. We are excited to announce that Dan...
17/07/2023

We are thrilled to provide an update on the forthcoming JDHeD Value for Money event. We are excited to announce that Daniel Butterick, Director of Cost Advisory at RPS and a Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, will be taking charge of Station 4, focusing on "Cost Planning and Control: Effective Cost Management Techniques throughout the Project Lifecycle."

With his extensive experience in both the United Kingdom and Australia, spanning various sectors, Daniel is well-versed in cost and value management for complex infrastructure projects. Having successfully delivered education projects exceeding $1 billion, his expertise and insights are invaluable in ensuring optimal cost efficiency.

During his talk, Daniel will share his practical knowledge and strategies for cost planning and control, shedding light on the best practices to implement throughout the project lifecycle. Attendees will gain valuable insights into effective cost management techniques, enabling them to enhance project performance and maximize value for money.

We highly encourage you to mark your calendars for the JDHeD Value for Money event, where Daniel's presentation promises to be a highlight of the day. We believe his expertise will provide attendees with valuable takeaways that can be applied to their respective projects.
Thank you once again for your continued support of JDHeD. We look forward to seeing you at the event.

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Project Feature: Our Lady of the Sacred Heart CollegeCompleted in 2013, JDH Architects award-winning design delivers a u...
17/07/2023

Project Feature: Our Lady of the Sacred Heart College

Completed in 2013, JDH Architects award-winning design delivers a unique learning environment that identifies with the learning style of the next generation, re-shaping our thinking about how school buildings can be used to actively promote better learning and prepare students for future work environments. In a highly successful collaboration between JDH, the College and the wider community, our team led all parties on an outstanding journey to deliver a truly multi-purpose building.

Some key innovations of the design include the roof-top terrace and play areas that also act as outdoor classroom spaces, with the patterns in the paving and walls being used as teaching tools.

At JDH Architects we believe that the landscape for learning is shifting. In order to understand school design issues, w...
14/07/2023

At JDH Architects we believe that the landscape for learning is shifting. In order to understand school design issues, we must first understand the educational and pedagogical agenda of the school. Therefore, the challenge of delivering these projects is greatly more than the designing of an educational facility. Every School is different in relation to its demographics and educational principles and it is essential that appropriate consultation processes occur with the staff and students of each school.

Our achievements at the Australian Design Awards validate our ongoing commitment to pushing boundaries, embracing innova...
07/07/2023

Our achievements at the Australian Design Awards validate our ongoing commitment to pushing boundaries, embracing innovation, and delivering architectural designs that make a positive impact. In the spirit of sharing our learnings and empowering our clients to achieve the same level of success, we are excited to announce our upcoming JDHeD Talk. This enlightening talk is focused on addressing the biggest challenge of 2023 - value for money in educational design and construction.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain insights from industry leaders, exchange ideas, and be part of the conversation that shapes the future of educational design and construction. We look forward to welcoming you to our JDHeD Talk and sharing our passion for curiosity-driven excellence. Sign up by following the link below!

https://www.jdharchitects.com.au/events

We are thrilled to share the incredible news that JDH Architects has achieved remarkable success at the highly esteemed ...
07/07/2023

We are thrilled to share the incredible news that JDH Architects has achieved remarkable success at the highly esteemed 2023 Australian Design Awards! We achieved both a gold and a silver medal for our work on the William Stimson Public School and the Merrylands Public School.

The Gold Medal was an extraordinary honour, recognizing our outstanding educational planning and design work on the William Stimson Public School project. By engaging in extensive consultation with the school and community, we crafted a vision that inspired us to create learning environments that seamlessly integrate with the surrounding community and natural environment. The flexibility and adaptability of our learning landscape, coupled with the visible connections we established between pedagogy and place, have truly set this project apart.

Adding to our triumphs, we were also bestowed the Silver Medal for our remarkable design of the 'Tree House' building at Merrylands Public School. The official opening of this project by former NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has garnered significant public attention. Our focus on creating innovative learning environments that foster collaboration and creativity has resulted in an environment that supports excellence in teaching and learning. Our dedication to sustainability, heritage significance, and community engagement has been integral to the success of this project.

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Suite 301, 249 Pitt Street, Sydney
Surry Hills, NSW
2000

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Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

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