Vision-Driven Design
Every project at DEM begins with big-picture thinking. We take time to understand the broader context — the site, the client's vision, the community it will serve — before establishing a clear design direction that guides every decision from concept through to completion.
We believe good design does more than meet a brief. When thoughtfully delivered, it creates places that generate lasting social, environmental and economic value — for clients, and the wider community.
Collaborative Process
Collaboration is central to our approach. We work closely with clients, stakeholders and project partners throughout every phase, ensuring that complex challenges — whether social, environmental, technological or cultural — are met with considered, well-rounded solutions.
Innovation & Sustainability
Our team is committed to remaining at the forefront of emerging thinking, new technologies, and evolving best practice, continuously refining how we design and deliver projects. Sustainability is embedded in our process, informing every project as we seek to enhance the built environment and support community wellbeing.
Our Work in Practice
Urban design leadership for the M5 East Motorway, redefining a major transport corridor through cohesive landscape, built form and public realm.
2001
A landmark revitalisation of the former Royal Women’s Hospital, featuring 355 contemporary residences and a commercial precinct integrated into the historic fabric of Paddington.
Paddington Green, Sydney
2004
500-hectare new town distinguished by a balance between economic growth, social progress and the protection and enhancement of the natural environment.
Transforming the former UTS Ku-ring-gai Campus into a thriving, unified community of 345 dwellings, guided by a comprehensive vision from rezoning through to design guidelines.
2011
A state-of-the-art education facility recognised with a Commendation for Sustainable Architecture at the 2012 AIA NSW Architecture Awards.
2015
The second stage of the Global Switch Campus in Ultimo, delivering an additional 40,000 m² of world-class data centre accommodation within the City of Sydney.
Creating a vibrant, cohesive community, replacing 153 ageing social housing flats with 495 new social, affordable and private market apartments.
2019
A master plan supporting a thriving academic community within a mixed-use precinct, and the revitalisation of the Macquarie University Station area.
2022
Consolidating eHealth NSW into a single, dynamic workplace across six floors, with three purpose-designed activity zones fostering collaboration, innovation and focused work.
2023
A transformative civic space, combining landscape, urban infrastructure and a three-level basement car park to redefine Lindfield’s town centre.
2024
Expansion and refurbishment of Port Macquarie Courthouse, delivering new facilities and enhanced security while maintaining full operations throughout construction.
2010-2026
Delivery of quality social and affordable housing for the NSW Government, balancing functionality and efficiency with considered residential amenity.