Shaun Lockyer Architects (SLa) award winning Brisbane architects formed in 2009 to focus on modernist architecture that connects people and place. Inherent within each project is a desire to craft memorable, sustainable and efficient design solutions that add value to the inhabitants' lives.

SLa engages in varying types of projects including residential, institutional, commercial and interior design. Working with private and public clients who value a collaborative and transparent design process, each SLa commission employs a versatility and passion that transcends scale and budget.

The firm is led by Shaun Lockyer, AIA, who presents over 15 years of international design experience, including nine years as Director and Partner at Arkhefield in Brisbane, QLD. Outside of the practice, Shaun is recognised for his contribution to architectural education and support of the profession.

The SLa team is Shaun Lockyer, Andrew Forsyth, David Gockel, Lucy Hyndman, Jen Lambkin, Shane Marsh & Neva Wethereld. SLa also regularly collaborates with Corinne Bolton of Elm Interiors & Justin Boland of F2.


2012 Guest Speaker, "Bubble and Squeak" DIA
2012 Guest Speaker on Affordable Housing, at QUT
2011 Guest Critic, School of Architecture, QUT (Since 2002)
2010 Guest Speaker on Affordable Housing, at SLQ
2009 Guest Speaker on Sub-Tropical Urbanism, BDA
2009 MECU Travel Bursary Winner (Studied Affordable Housing in the US)
2009 Chair, AIA Brisbane Regional Jury for Small Projects
2008 Guest Speaker, Green Building & Design Conference, SLQ
2008 Guest Speaker, Sub-tropical Cities Conference, QUT
2008 Chair, AIA Regional Jury for Residential Projects
2007 Guest Speaker, Placemakers Exhibition, GOMA
2007 Design Tutor, QUT 6th Year Architecture
2007 Guest Professional, QUT Course Advisory Board
2006 Guest Professional, QUT National Review Panel (NVP)