Bijl Architecture is an award-winning architecture and design practice based in Sydney, led by director Melonie Bayl-Smith. Contemporary, design-led works include built architectural projects across residential, interiors, commercial and public sectors, with a focus on a collaborative approach to each project working closely with clients, consultants and builders. The practice's design philosophy identifies that inherent flexibility and intentional longevity are key to creating sustainable architecture, from the viewpoints of aesthetics, functionality, economy and the total environment. Bijl Architecture's demonstrated expertise and experience ranges from new buildings to alterations and additions, refurbishment and fitouts, adaptive/heritage work and project/site masterplanning. In addition to its award-winning residential work, Bijl Architecture undertakes commercial, education, public, religious and community projects, as well as creating objects, installations and other experimental work. Alongside built work projects, Bijl Architecture participates in architectural education and in academic and design research, with teaching expertise that embraces the design studio, history and theory, construction, digital fabrication and design, and professional practice. Current research concerns are centred on innovative modes of practice. Bijl Architecture is heavily involved with the broader architectural profession, with ongoing contributions in the areas of teaching, talks and seminars, mentoring, research, professional committees and community groups. Bijl is pronounced "bayl" and is the surname of Melonie Bayl-Smith's Dutch grandfather, who anglicised the name to ‘Bayl' when the family moved to Australia in the 1950s. Melonie Bayl-Smith Director, Bijl Architecture Nominated Architect NSW 6846 Adjunct Professor, UTS School of Architecture

Website: bijlarchitecture.com.au

Employees: 5 - 9

HQ:

Location: Castlecrag, New South, AU

Revenue: 1 - 2.5 Million

Bijl Architecture is a well-known and respected architecture and design company based in Sydney. The company is led by Melonie Bayl-Smith, who is a skilled and experienced architect. The company's design style is modern and focused on working closely with clients, contractors, and other professionals to create buildings and spaces that are both beautiful and functional. Bijl Architecture has worked on a wide range of projects, from homes and offices to public buildings and community spaces. They also do renovations, restorations, and heritage work. The company is committed to creating sustainable architecture that is good for the environment and the people who use it. Melonie Bayl-Smith and her team are also involved in education and research, teaching and mentoring students, and participating in professional organizations and community groups. They are passionate about innovation and finding new ways to improve their practice. The name "Bijl" comes from Melonie Bayl-Smith's Dutch grandfather's surname, which was anglicized to "Bayl" when the family moved to Australia in the 1950s. Melonie is proud to carry on her family's name and legacy through her work at Bijl Architecture.