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YOUR DESIGN TEAM
SIMON WALKER
Managing Director
Simon is responsible for managing the overall MODUS team and ensuring the office environment is productive and engaging, and an enjoyable place to work.
Simon has wide-ranging experience gained through working in the commercial and industrial construction sector since 1996, working on a variety of projects across sectors Australia-wide.
Growing up on a sheep, cropping and cattle farm in the Wheatbelt town of Wagin, Simon is driven toward finding a practical solution to problems, understanding always that construction has to be commercially viable, as well as operationally functional.
When not at work, Simon enjoys relaxing with the family, riding his bike or heading to the beach.
COLIN GARDINER
Design Director
Colin Gardiner is the Design Director and Principal Building Designer with over twelve years experience working with MODUS Design and along with his well developed sense of humour, plays a valuable role in the tight-knit but relaxed company culture.
Colin’s keen eye for detail and approach to work has made him a valuable member of the MODUS team. He has a developed a methodical and measured approach to design and drafting as well as experience in a wide range of projects and is considered a safe pair of hands managing complex projects where all consultants need to be kept abreast of decisions as they develop.
A trusted and safe pair of hands, Colin is able to pick up and deliver a vast array of projects whereby clients value his considered opinion on all aspects of architectural delivery or management of processes therein.
During his time at MODUS, Colin has included extra-curricular studies to become an Accredited Energy Efficiency Assessor and his interest and knowledge in sustainable building are an asset to himself and the company..
FRANCISCO MONTILLA
Senior Building Designer
Francisco is an experienced and highly skilled designer with a 20-year background in architecture and project management developed across a variety of projects in Perth, Melbourne and his original Venezuela. His natural affinity for getting across complex site operational needs has seen him work with Scentre Group on their Perth expansion projects as well as more recently with a national architecture firm on various green-field and refurbished hospital developments. He also has a special regard for the importance of sustainability in design.
When managing projects, Francis is well versed at leading the consultant team and interfacing with project stakeholder groups to ensure that vital project requirements are met, and all parties collaborate effectively. When working on documentation, Francis leverages his intricate knowledge of Revit and management skills to ensure that MODUS’ projects are documented to the highest standards and are well placed to speed up the documentation delivery of subconsultants.
Outside of work Francis enjoys spending time with family and friends in the great outdoors.
BLAKE FARROW
Building Designer
An experienced building designer with a strong technical background, Blake has touched most sectors of the WA building industry over a 20-year career.
Blake’s design flair is tempered with a desire to provide practical solutions within a set of drawing documentsto project problems and combine innovative thought with simplicity. He delivers the full suite of architectural skills from concept design and presentation to 3D visualisation and detailed construction drafting on projects ranging from single residences through to shopping centres.
He has an abiding love of all artistic forms from graphic art through to music and movies. In his own time, Blake loves wrangling his two daughters and, when summer allows, playing baseball badly.
Jane Park
Building Designer
Jane Park fulfills an important role in our Building Design team, bringing a considered approach to managing design processes and developing a positive project-team culture. Her proven ability to work methodically and efficiently through all facets of design and documentation also contributes to our focus on delivery.
Jane understands that preparation of quality documentation is critical if the final built-form is to perform to expectation, a much-valued skill that saw Jane working on the production of the national Woolworths generic design standards; a set of working drawings and details that form the ideal design outcome for all new and refurbished Woolworths stores Australia-wide. Her talent in forging friendly and productive peer-relationships locally and interstate has also been recognised with Jane working with other major national retail operators including Uniqlo, Blooms the Chemist and BWS Liquor.
When not in the office, Jane enjoys pursuing her interests in sustainable living, recycling and cooking.
Fiona is MODUS's Project Coordinator responsible for ensuring seamless delivery of MODUS's work including project scheduling and submissions to authorities. Fiona has excellent communication skills and provides clients with updates on the progression of their projects.
Prior to commencing with MODUS, Fiona worked in the WA legal sector as a Senior Legal Secretary & Office Manager responsible for training and managing secretarial and administrative staff as well as assisting with billing, staff travel, and logistics.
Fiona and her partner Dave love spending time on the beach with their two fur kids.
CHRIS WALKER
Bookkeeper / Accounts Payable
Chris is the MODUS company bookkeeper and is responsible for managing Accounts Payable and administering the Company's finances including liaising with the ATO and our external accountants PKF.
Aside from working with MODUS since 2006, Chris's previous experience includes working in London for Euro Elite Recruitment, and in Australia, BSD Consultants, E-Shares, Brookhampton Estate, and Cousin's Electrics.
When not working on the company's accounts Chris looks after two kids, a hyper-active dog and squeezes in the odd walk and pilates session.
SALLY OGG
Office Manager & Executive Assistant
Sally is the Executive Assistant to the Managing Director and Office Manager, responsible for providing support to the Managing Director & general support to the team, across various projects.
She is a highly-motivated, senior administrative professional with exceptional communication and organisational skills, bringing lateral thinking and initiative to all tasks, recognised in her winning the Realmark National Support Person of the Year 2019.
With GM experience managing secretarial and administrative tasks for directors and senior staff across real estate, community relations and hospitality roles (including running her own restaurant for 2 years), Sally is adept at working productively with both internal and external stakeholders.
Outside of work, Sally enjoys time with her family and a love of food culture, balanced with an interest in health and fitness.