Inspired design for vibrant and connected communities

We are Open Architecture Studio — a Brisbane-based practice designing places that matter.

Our work spans education, sports and recreation, community and cultural facilities, tourism destinations, and urban renewal. But what drives us is something more fundamental than project type. We believe good design has the power to uplift communities, celebrate culture, and create belonging. That belief shapes everything we do.

Led by directors Michael Bailey, Dani Martin and Mark Burrowes, our team brings together decades of experience from internationally recognised practices with a genuine love of place — particularly the subtropical landscapes, diverse communities, and complex sites that define Queensland. We are curious, collaborative, and deeply committed to design that is climatically responsive, culturally sensitive, and built to endure.

True to our name, openness is at the heart of our culture. We are approachable and receptive, we ask good questions, and we listen carefully. We know that great outcomes are only possible through strong relationships — with our clients, our communities, and each other.