Suzanne Hunt Architect is a boutique architectural and interior design practice specialising in residential, heritage, hospitality and mixed use projects in Perth and country Western Australia.

Known for her down-to-earth approach and wide-ranging professional and life experiences, Principal Architect Suzie Hunt has a warm and engaging manner that manifests in the buildings and spaces she designs.

In 2004, as a mum of four young children I established Suzanne Hunt Architect; with fellow architect, mum and now, Associate Catherine Lee. With a couple of computers and a desk in my bedroom I had a dream of delivering beautiful architecture differently.

My 20 years’ experience working in the UK and Australia; in large, small, government and private practices on a range of projects; had highlighted the need for a more personalised, flexible, enjoyable, client-focussed, approach to the delivery of great architecture and design.

Several years have passed and I am proud to say we are still focussed on our clients enjoying their creative journey.

As Principal it is a delight and privilege to walk alongside them providing personalised advice for the duration of their project: from selecting a site, to master planning and briefing; preparing concept designs through to construction administration and project completion.

Working with our in-house design team of architects and designers, our trusted external consultants and professional builders all of whom are selected for their expertise for each project, Catherine and I nurture our clients’ dreams to make them a reality.

Taking on a limited number of projects ensures we have the time to really listen and get to know our clients; and develop considered, holistic design solutions that are fully resolved and documented, financially viable and environmentally sustainable for the long term.

Our multi-awarded project portfolio has grown but our biggest advocates are still our clients.

From humble beginnings our office accommodation has thankfully improved but our philosophy of delivering beautifully-detailed, sustainable architecture, better, is still the ethos and driving force of Suzanne Hunt Architect. 

Professional Qualifications, Registration and Memberships

Suzie Hunt graduated from Curtin University with a Bachelor of Architecture (Hons) in 1986. She is a registered architect with the Architects Board of WA, a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Architects and a Chartered Architect of the RIBA. Suzanne Hunt Architect is an A+ Practice with the Institute and a registered company with the Architects Board of WA.

Leadership Roles | Boards and Committees

With over 35 years professional experience Suzie is a trusted advisor, recognised professional leader and non-executive Board Director.  She brings a wealth of knowledge to the business of architecture; as well as running her own practice she has worked at state and local government levels, and currently sits on several executive boards.  In her spare time Suzie is also a presenter on Channel 10’s Australia By Design TV Show, a recognised Public Speaker, media commentator and columnist in local newspapers. 

Professional Portfolio | Expertise

Suzanne Hunt Architect’s designs are strongly influenced by Western Australia’s stunning landscapes, resulting in beautifully detailed timeless buildings and spaces that are fit-for-purpose, financially viable and environmentally sustainable.

State and Local Government Expertise 

Suzie has experience working in both local and state government in strategy, design and advisory roles particularly in the heritage sector. With this depth of experience, we can assist you with statutory government authority approval processes, feasibility studies and site selection in the areas of architecture, planning, heritage and urban renewals around Western Australia.

SHA Projects & Awards

SHA RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS | NEW, ALTERATIONS AND ADDITIONS | Architecture, Interiors and Heritage

  • Andrews Residence Refurbishment | 2019 – Hickey Constructions
  • LittleBIG House Swanbourne | 2018 – Jumeirah Homes
  • River View House | 2014 – Gransden Constructions
  • Bedfordale House | 2013 – Gransden Constructions
  • St Pauls Heritage House Alterations + Additions | 2013 – Minchin and Sims
  • Guildford Historic House Alterations + Additions | 2012 – Minchin and Sims
  • Toodyay 1860’s Holiday House Refurbishment | 2013 – Ray Pedri Builder
  • Toodyay 1860’s Cottage Refurbishment | 2011 – Ray Pedri Builder
  • Swanbourne Blended Family House Suzie’s House 3 | 2010 – Minchin and Sims
  • Yallingup Coastal Residence – Interior Design | 2010 – Wholagan Builders
  • Kennedy Cole Interior Refurbishment Dalkeith | 2010 – Minchin and Sims
  • Peppermint Grove House Heritage Alterations + Additions| 2009 – Peter Bacich Builder
  • Heytesbury House 1 Heritage Alterations + Additions | 2009 – Minchin and Sims
  • Furlong Refurbishment Peppermint Grove | 2008 – Minchin and Sims
  • Heytesbury House 2 Refurbishment Subiaco | 2007 – Minchin and Sims
  • Armitage Hayes House Heritage Alterations + Additions | 2007 – Minchin and Sims
  • Witchcliffe Residence | 2005 – Wholagan Builders
  • Heytesbury 3 Suzie’s Own House 2 Refurbishment | 1998 – Owner Builder
  • Lawler St Suzie’s Own House 1 Refurbishment | 1992  – Owner Builder

 

SHA RESIDENTIAL AWARDS

  • littleBIG House | Suzanne Hunt Architect | Jumeirah Homes Builder
    2019 WA Architecture Awards: Commendation Award for Interiors
    2019 HIA Finalist Best Homes Award Category $1.8m to $3m
  • River View House Dalkeith | Suzanne Hunt Architect | Gransden Constructions
    2017 WA Architecture Awards: Commendation Award for Residential Architecture
  • Bedfordale House | Suzanne Hunt Architect | Gransden Constructions
    2015 Timber Design Award Interior Fitout Winner – Residential Category
    2015 HIA CSR Australian Home of the Year
    2015 HIA Best Australian Custom Build Home of the Year
    2015 HIA National Peoples’ Choice Award
    2015 HIA Perth and WA Home of the Year Award
    2014 WA Architecture Awards: Architecture Award for Residential Architecture – Houses (New)
    2014 WA Architecture Awards: Architecture Award for Interior Architecture
    2014 MBA Most Liveable Home Award
  • Yallingup Coastal House | Wholagan Builders Theo Mathews Architect + SHA Interior Design
    2010 MBA SW Home of the Year
  • Witchcliffe House Suzanne Hunt Architect | Wholagan Builders
    2008 MBA Country Home of the Year WA
    2007 Witchcliffe House MBA SW Home of the Year

 

SHA HOSPITALITY, PUBLIC, COMMERCIAL PROJECTS | Architecture, Heritage, Interiors, Strategic Advice

  • State Timber Museum Refurbishment and Exhibition | 2019 – CLPM Pty Ltd
  • Cue Community + Visitor Centre Heritage Refurbishment | 2018 – CLPM Pty Ltd
  • Leeuwin Estate Winery 2 Refurbishment | 2018 – Perkins Builders
  • The Architects Studio Refurbishment | 2016 – Hickey Constructions
  • BMW Mindarie Senior School Home Ec Refurbishment |2013 – BMW
  • BMW 140 William St Strategic Acoustic Advice | 2013 – BMW
  • Heritage Gates Restoration & Adaptive Reuse Subiaco | 2012 – Strategic Advice
  • CBD Design Guideline Review – City of Subiaco | 2011 – Strategic Advice
  • Leeuwin Estate Restaurant Maintenance Works | 2011 – Wholagan Builders
  • Coolbellup Childcare Centre (DA) | 2006 – SHA
  • Heritage Advice – St Joseph’s Church Subiaco | 2007 – 2013 – SHA
  • Home Provedore Fit Out Claremont Heritage Precinct | 2006 – Total Project Solutions
  • AMHR Office Fit Out | 2005 – Total Project Solutions
  • Capitalis Office Fit Out Perth CBD | 2005 – Total Project Solutions

 

SHA HOSPITALITY, PUBLIC, COMMERCIAL AWARDS

  • State Timber Museum Manjimup Refurbish + Exhibition | SHA with Creative Spaces + Shire of Manjimup
    2019 Museum + Galleries National Award for Permanent Exhibition and Gallery Fitout under $500,000
    2019 Australian Timber Design Awards Finalist Small Budget Category
  • Cue Community + Visitor Centre Refurb | Suzanne Hunt Architect with Stephen Carrick Architects | CLPM
    2018 Gerry Gauntlett Award for Outstanding Conservation or Adaptive Reuse: WA Heritage Awards
    2018 Conservation or Adaptive Reuse Award: Western Australian Heritage Awards
    2018 WA Architecture Awards: Commendation Award for Heritage Architecture
  • Leeuwin Estate Winery Refurbishment | Suzanne Hunt Architect | Perkins Builders
    2017 MBA Best Commercial Alts and Adds