Meet our team

Meet our team

Meet our team

We aim to enrich lives with thoughtful design. Passionate about architecture, our team combines expertise, empathy, and curiosity to deliver inspiring solutions that surpass expectations.

Portrait of Rich Austin, Architect, Co-Founder, Director


  • Co-Founder & Director

    BArch(Hons), BCM(Hons), Architect, RAIA

    Rich has 15+ years of experience designing and delivering projects that better the lives of families, vulnerable people, students, and individuals. He has worked on projects ranging from single-family homes to schools for students with additional needs, to accommodation for women who are homeless; with a common goal of creating spaces that promote independence, agency, and a high quality of life.

Portrait of Celeste Cafra, Co-Founder, Interiors, Contracts, Project Manager


  • Co-Founder & Consultant

    BA(Arch), BCM(Hons), MArch

    Celeste is a seasoned construction project management expert with years of experience in contract management and administration. She is a trusted consultant to Austin Cafra Austin Architects when seeking advice on procurement, contract negotiations, and project execution. Celeste brings valuable insights and key strategies, ensuring clients achieve successful outcomes.

Portrait of Jordan Smith, 3DLS Partner


  • 3DLS Partner

    BSc, MArch

    Jordan brings a unique blend of technical expertise and design acumen to 3DLS. With a Master of Architecture, and a prior qualification in mechanical engineering, Jordan is well-versed in 3D laser and image scanning, as well as BIM modelling. As a valued partner, Jordan elevates our team with a comprehensive understanding of cutting-edge technologies and a passion for architectural innovation.

Portrait of Senran Yang, Student of Architecture, University of Melbourne


  • Student of Architecture

    BArchDes

    Xenia is a final year Master of Architecture student with an expertise in visualisations and computer rendering. A passionate and creative individual, Xenia has honed her skills over the course of her studies and uses her artistic eye to develop and communicate design concepts. Her portfolio boasts a range of high-quality, innovative visualisations that demonstrate her commitment to excellence and attention to detail.

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