Kent Lyon studio workspace

About

Our practice

Nearly 30 years of experience, from small residential extensions to master planning entire schools.

Founded in 1996 in Bunbury, Western Australia, our practice has grown from a solo operation into a team of architects and designers. We work across the South-West region, delivering educational, residential, cultural, heritage, and commercial projects.

Our team comprises individuals with diverse skill sets and design philosophies, collaborating effectively to deliver the best possible outcomes for our clients.

Our journey

1996

Practice established

Kent Lyon opens the doors on Beach Road, Bunbury. Early projects focus on residential design across the South-West.

1999

First school commission

The practice wins its first educational project, beginning what would become a specialisation in school architecture.

2001

Creative Design Award

Winner of the South West WA Small Business Awards — Creative Design Award, recognising design quality and business growth.

2005

Heritage work begins

First major heritage conservation project. The practice develops expertise in adaptive reuse of significant buildings.

2010

Team expansion

The practice grows beyond a sole operation, bringing on graduates and experienced architects to handle growing demand.

2015

3D visualisation capability

Investment in advanced 3D architectural software enables photorealistic renders and fly-through animations for clients.

2020

200+ projects milestone

The portfolio surpasses 200 completed projects spanning education, residential, cultural, heritage and commercial sectors.

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Continuing the work

A team of four architects and designers, still based on Beach Road, still focused on architecture that cultivates community.

Our team

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Kent Lyon

Director

Registered Architect and AIA member. Nearly 30 years leading the practice with a focus on community-centred design.

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Rebecca Martin

Studio Manager

Oversees studio operations and project coordination, ensuring smooth delivery across all active projects.

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Darcy Ryan

Graduate of Architecture

Bringing fresh perspectives and contemporary design thinking to the team.

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Nic Rep

Graduate of Architecture

Contributing innovative solutions and detailed documentation to projects of all scales.

Recognition

Award-winning practice

Winner of the 2001 South West WA Small Business Awards — Creative Design Award. Registered with the Architects Board of Western Australia and member of the Australian Institute of Architects.

Our work spans from Bunbury to Margaret River, Perth, Rockingham and Mandurah, always focused on projects that cultivate community and enrich lives.