Foolscap Studio

One of only three Australian finalists, FRAME has shortlisted Foolscap's ANZ Banking Museum project for their global awards. The judges stated the space "shows an intensive dedication to every detail" and "excels in historical renovation and preservation, successfully integrating new technology while maintaining the historical legacy." Foolscap are honoured to be one of six projects selected globally in the category. A big congratulations to our team and shortlisted peers. Photo: Joe Vittorio

We are delighted to share the promotion of Cherry Gorman as an Intermediate Designer. Cherry contributes incredible research and rigour to projects, ensuring every selection and design solution she makes optimises every part of a brief. Cherry has strongly supported the delivery of our latest award-nominated projects, ANZ's Banking Museum and Beacon HQ. 

We are delighted to share the promotion of Natasha Martawijana as an Intermediate Designer. Working with our Perth team since its inception, Natasha has hugely contributed to establishing a welcoming studio culture in the West. Natasha supports local projects as well as regularly collaborates with our Sydney and Melbourne teams. With her architectural background, Natasha provides an extra layer of insight to the team. Recently, she has been deeply engrossed in luxury residential and bespoke hospitality projects.

We are delighted to share the promotion of Frances Walker as a Senior Designer. Utilising a wealth of multi-disciplinary experience, Franky has a particular technical skill in realising considered solutions for unique and complex spaces. Always on, Franky's sense of humour has won the hearts of Foolscap for a long time.

We are thrilled to be finalists as part of the Best Design Awards! Our team's design and delivery for ANZ's Banking Museum has earned recognition within the Repurposed Spaces/ Adaptive Reuse category. We are always inspired to be named alongside such incredible projects - congratulations to all of the other finalists! This display plinth shown here is a custom piece designed as a family of reconfigurable showcase cabinets which allow single, double, and quad configurations. Timber has been stained to match the space's existing blackwood, and a bronze detail has been added to complement the ceiling's gold features. Joinery: Show Works Photography: Joe Vittorio

#FoolscapProjects | Highroad | Ngunnawal Country/Canberra The layered use of cross laminated timber (CLT) was guided by the topography of Mount Ainslie that embrace the city as well as references from Enrico Taglietti's modernist style which is seen around Canberra. Photo: Tom Ferguson

#FoolscapProjects | Highroad | Ngunnawal Country/Canberra | The team behind ONA Coffee and The Cupping Room desired a space reflecting their experimentation and flair while remaining approachable and humble. Foolscap Studio used unconventional materials and methods to create thought-provoking features. The timber off-form concrete bar seen here was poured in situ. Photographer: Tom Ferguson

This Sunday as part of Open House Melbourne, Foolscap Studio's Cassie Collins will speak about our concept and design for the ANZ Banking Museum. The panel discussion will will explore the building’s history, significance, and restoration journey. Hosted by Alice Blackwood, the panel will feature insights from ANZ Group Head of Property Sharon McDonald, Conservation Studio Co-Founder Dan Blake, James Makin Advisory Researcher & Curator Brigid Cara Reid and Foolscap Studio Associate Cassie Collins. Join us this Sunday 28 July to discover more about this incredible Melbourne interior.

Our team are elated to have two projects shortlisted in the Australian Design Review’s IDEA Awards! Our reimagining of ANZ’s Banking Museum has been nominated for the Public Space category, and Beacon Lighting’s new headquarters have been recognised in Workspace under 1000sqm. Very proud of our talented team for bringing these projects to life and our inspiring and collaborative clients. Photo 1 by Joe Vittorio Photo 2 by Jack Lovel

#FoolscapProjects | At Beacon Lighting's new HQ, Foolscap focussed on creating a mix of activated spaces (or conducting spaces) and quiet (non-conducting) spaces to support different modes of working. Colour, light, and materiality were used to demarcate these collaborative, solo, and adaptable spaces. Carpeted walls in phone booths ensure maximum acoustic comfort. Photo: Jack Lovel