Announcing ten strategic appointments across its Australian studios, marking a significant milestone in the practice’s continued evolution as a leader in holistic master planning, architecture, and interior design.
The appointments strengthen Plus’ position across metropolitan and regional markets, building on our remarkable 27-year legacy of creating places that enrich communities through passionate, creative, and forward-thinking design.
Commenting on the news, Director Ian Briggs said, "These appointments reflect our commitment to nurturing exceptional talent and delivering outstanding outcomes for our clients. By strengthening both the leadership and broader teams across our studios, we're building capacity to shape places that make a positive impact - addressing a range of critical needs across our region."
The announcements follow a standout year, which saw us complete 40 major projects, commence construction on 35 new developments, and submit 56 development applications across its ten studios in Australia and New Zealand. Our design excellence was recognised with 21 industry awards in 2024, while strategic expansion into Geelong, Adelaide, and Hobart enhanced its ability to serve Australia's fastest-growing regions.
Melbourne and Geelong
Reinforcing theleadership team in Melbourne, Candice Ng has been elevated from Principal to Director. With fifteen years of experience at Plus Architecture, Ng has worked across all project types from mixed-use to commercial, hospitality, residential, masterplanning and student accommodation. Ng brings exceptional architectural technical experience, project management expertise and organisational skills to the directorship, where she will play an integral role in driving the practice’s continued growth at both a strategic and operational level.
The Geelong studio has elevated Studio Lead Dominic Versace to Associate, recognising his instrumental role in expanding our regional Victorian operations. Versace manages projects ranging from $5-100 million, including First Nations housing in Geelong and affordable housing initiatives across Ballarat, Shepparton, Wodonga and Benalla.
Sydney
In Sydney, where we are celebrating its tenth year of operation, Gabriel Duque has been appointed Director in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the practice's growth and success. Co-leading the 50+ person studio, Duque has built a trusted reputation for the ability to realise complex, masterplanned developments that incorporate significant levels of stakeholder input. Duque has delivered landmark projects including Ed. Square Town Centre in Edmonson for Frasers Property and Uniting Bowden Brae, while spearheading major developments including Uniting Belrose and McCall Community Hub.
The studio has also elevated Euckan Chan to Associate, acknowledging his technical ability and expertise in project delivery demonstrated through key projects including Levande Oak Grange in Brighton East and Frasers Shell Cove. A natural mentor to younger staff in the studio , he sees staff training and development as an integral part of his role.
Brisbane and Gold Coast
Our Queensland studios have further strengthened the team with five strategic appointments. With over 25 years of experience, Anthony Tai has been promoted from Associate to Principal. Currently working across multi-residential projects Faro in Broadbeach, and Palm Shores at Palm Beach, Tai has also been supporting the our expansion into the retail and mixed use sectors - leading the design and development of The Landmark – a 4 tower mixed use development in Mermaid Beach as well as other retail precinct projects.
Paul Tseng joins as Senior Associate, bringing valuable expertise in construction detailing and a focus on balancing aesthetics, cost, and constructability as the studios expand their work across major infrastructure and mixed-use developments.
Matt Harrison, John Young and Sally Snow all advance from Senior Project Lead/Architect to Associate. With a portfolio specialising in master-planned residential developments, Matt will take on a pivotal role in strengthening the practice's technical documentation offering and Gold Coast market position. With 18 years of international experience, John excels in luxury design, specialising in hotels, mixed-use, and high-end residential projects. In his new role he will drive design excellence and nurture strong client relationships to ensure exceptional outcomes. Bringing 13 years of experience working in the UK and Australia, Sally excels in renewal projects, as she combines innovation, flexibility and human-centred design to navigate challenges throughout all project phases.
Perth
The rapidly growing Perth studio, established in 2017 and now 45-staff strong, has appointed Erin Warner as Senior Associate to lead the interior design team. With experience working across Australia in the workplace, government, and health sectors, Erin will support the practice’s ongoing expansion into regional Western Australia across a range of community, education and government housing projects.
View the full list of the ten new appointments below:
Melbourne and Geelong
Candice Ng, Director
Dominic Versace, Associate
Sydney
Gabriel Duque, Director
Euckan Chan, Associate
Brisbane and Gold Coast
Anthony Tai, Principal
Paul Tseng, Senior Associate
Matt Harrison, Associate
Sally Snow, Associate
John Young, Associate
Perth
Erin Warner, Senior Associate