Learn & Work [in] Your Values
Education &
Workplace Design
Education Architects, Melbourne & VictoriaAt Whisker Architecture, we proudly partner with Victoria’s educators and employers who are dedicated to empowering their communities to Live, Learn & Work [in] Their Values. We transform visions into inspiring physical spaces that enhance daily experiences and foster joy.
Investigating what is wanted and needed to design fit-for-purpose learning environments.
With over 10 years of experience, Audrey is a registered architect specialising in the education sector, particularly in creating dynamic STEM learning environments. Her extensive work with the Victorian School Building Authority, Catholic Education Office, and tertiary institutions has equipped us to navigate complex projects while effectively managing multiple stakeholders within operational campuses and adhering to fixed budgets and timelines.
Reach out to us today to discover how we can help you design a vibrant learning environment that aligns with your educational vision.
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Since founding in 2020 we’re proud to announce we’ve been awarded contracts with 17 different schools including a $5m project at Watsonia North Primary School.
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Watsonia North Primary School
Bittern Primary School
Our Lady of Fatima, Rosebud
Wellington Secondary College
Wheelers Hill Secondary College
Highvale Secondary College
St John’s Primary School Mitcham
Lismore Primary School
Coatesville Primary School
Brentwood Secondary College
St Monica’s College Epping
Black Hill Primary School
Seabrook Primary School
Tinternvale Primary School
Numurkah Primary School
Ripponlea Primary School
Scoresby Secondary College
Newborough Primary School
Lyndhurst Secondary College
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Department of Treasury and Finance Construction Supplier Register (CSR)
Victorian School Building Authority (VSBA) Technical Advisory Panel
Mitchell Shire Council Registered Supplier List
Trusted Panel Member
Victorian School Building Authority (VSBA)
Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS)
Catholic Education Sandhurst (CES)
$5m
Largest Project Value Delivered
Watsonia North Primary School
(Victorian School Building Authority)
19
Contracts Awarded with Schools
Better Community Facilities
5
School Masterplan Reports
Strategic Visions for the Future
Stimulating, purpose-built spaces enrich the educational experience and well-being for both students and educators.
When was the last time you saw a classroom with "kids on grids" - individual tables, facing the front of the room? What about classrooms as little boxes all in a row no meaningful connections to each other or the outdoors?
Classroom design has come a long way since the industrial revolution but not all school buildings have.
Hear Audrey speak about the role architecture plays in education facility design at your own time. If you would like to hear Audrey present in person please contact us today.
“The whole process […] was seamless and stress free. […] At the end of the project they both attended onsite and walked the perimeter of the school with me to ensure I was happy with the completed work. Any follow‐up needed was done immediately. Their commitment and professionalism was exemplary.”
Joanne Wood, Principal
Tinternvale Primary School
Watsonia North Primary School
Senior School Learning
Our journey with Watsonia North Primary School began with a full campus masterplan in late 2021. We are excited to share that Stage 1 of that masterplan - a new Senior School Building for grades 5 to 6 and includes a STEM Workshop.
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Library to Classroom
BITTERN PRIMARY SCHOOL
Stage 1 centres on the refurbishment of the Library Building into classrooms. The refurbishment will include updating the space to allow for Team Teaching in larger cohorts via a pair of General Learning Areas, and a Small Group room to facilitate smaller student groups.
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Kindergarten & Community Centre
LOCAL COUNCIL
Multipurpose rooms, maternal child health rooms, and kindergarten rooms imagined as simple perspective sketches.
These diagrams were created for a Mitchell Shire Council to showcase the possibilities and desired design guidelines for their upcoming community infrastructure projects.
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Current Projects
STAY UP TO DATE
Discover a newly reimagined College Junior School Courtyard, a College Library Refurbishment and more in captivating 3D tours.
At Whisker Architecture we understand that bringing the school community along for the journey is an important part of the process. These videos are an example of what all our school clients can expect when designing with Whisker Architecture.
“It’s been a pleasure working with you, thanks for the advice and taking on our feedback.
Thankful we have you on our registered suppler list now!"
- Mitchell Shire Council
Start Smart with Your School’s Facilities Planning
Align your maintenance and capital works with a clear long-term vision.
At Whisker Architecture, we understand how overwhelming it can feel to balance short-term infrastructure needs with long-term campus development – all while ensuring you're eligible and competitive for government funding. That’s why we offer tailored School Masterplan Reports that help principals and business managers get clarity, secure funding, and shape thriving learning environments for years to come.
Whether you're planning a new building, improving accessibility, replacing ageing infrastructure, or simply unsure where to begin, our reports bring everything into focus.
What’s Included in Our School Masterplan Reports?
1. Prioritised Maintenance & Capital Works Strategy
We help you identify the highest-impact, most cost-effective upgrades across your site – whether it’s roofing, ramps, or relocatable removal – and prepare a coordinated plan that aligns with your available funding and future opportunities.
2. Master Planning for Long-Term Vision
Our team collaborates with your school community to explore what’s working, what’s not, and what’s possible. The result? A roadmap that reflects your educational values, enrolment trends, and space needs – from STEM upgrades to wellbeing hubs.
3. Grant Application Ready
We speak fluent VSBA and MACS – and so do our consultants. Your Masterplan Report can include:
A coordinated Quantity Surveyor cost plan
Services engineer review for risk management of ageing infrastructure (elec/mech/data/fire)
Reports structured to suit MACS or VSBA submission formats
This means less rework later, and a stronger application up front.
Why Schools Work With Us
Experienced in Government Funding Processes
We’ve supported schools through Capital Works Applications, Rolling Facilities Evaluations (RFE), Shelter-in-Place (SIP), Demolition planning, and everything in between.Tailored to Your Community
From stakeholder workshops to briefing documentation, we help your leadership team bring staff, students, and families along for the journey.Practical, Realistic Advice
We combine creative design thinking with practical know-how, helping schools avoid overdesigning or underestimating costs – saving time, money, and stress.
Ready to Plan with Confidence?
Whether you’re preparing for your next VSBA round, seeking MACS approval, or just want to get proactive about your school’s future, our School Masterplan Reports are designed to set you up for success.
Book a Free 20-minute Clarity Call with Audrey today and take the first step toward a more strategic, supported and grant-ready approach to your facilities planning.
Melbourne Based.
Serving Victoria.
We work on projects across Victoria, with our main office in Hume City Council on Wurundjeri Land and a satellite office in Hobsons Bay City Council on Bunurong Land. Whisker Architecture operates as a geographically distributed and virtual office.
Our team collaborates with regional colleagues to deliver large or specialised projects while supporting the local economy. For privacy, residential projects are shown only by suburb on our Live Project Map.
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Ballarat
Yarra Glen
Healesville
Olinda
Drysdale
If you hear a parent or staff member of a non-Government School, Childcare or TAFE lamenting that their space is: too small; too dark; or, not aligning with their values or vision, ask them if they are considering building or renovating to achieve their goals.
If they are, the best way to connect them to us is book a free 20 min Clarity Call with Audrey today so we can discuss if Whisker Architecture is a good fit for their project.
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