Thoughtfully crafted spaces that enable all people to thrive
We elevate people’s everyday lives by crafting environments that transform ordinary places into spaces where people love to be.
Welcome to Chaulk
Architecture Studio
We are architects, interior designers, project managers and problem-solvers passionate about making a difference. Empathetic and thoughtful, we always put people first. Curious and creative, we thrive on devising clever solutions to challenging problems. Committed to using our expertise for the benefit of both people and planet.
Education
Frankston, Victoria
Early Learning Centre
Conversion of a heritage-listed, two-storey, outdated art-deco schoolhouse into an exemplar 21st century learning facility.
We elevate people’s everyday lives by
crafting environments
that transform ordinary
places into spaces where people
love to be
Our approach
Exceptional spaces on time & budget
Our approach is underpinned by robust project management methodologies to ensure a stress-free, seamless process from start to finish. We employ appropriate controls throughout the project lifecycle to effectively monitor and manage the scope, program, budget, risks, stakeholders, specialist consultants and more.
Evoke joy in ordinary, inspire extraordinary
20+ years of community-focused projects
20+ years’ experience projects across housing, education and workplace sectors.
$500k - $10m new-build and refurbishments
Navigating complex planning, heritage and structural constraints.
Best-practice pedagogy and disability design
Specialists in translating pedagogy and universal disability design requirements (DDA, LHA, SDA).
Our core principles
Elevating regional Victoria & NSW
Committed to elevating our region and celebrating what makes our region unique. The beauty of our natural surroundings is an omnipresent inspiration in our work and drives our commitment to sustainable design and protecting the environment.
End-to-end capability
Full scope of project services encompassing idea and scope development, feasibility, design, construction documentation, contract procurement and contract management.
Engaging stakeholder discovery
Through engaging research, interviews and workshops we identify the needs and aspirations of users to develop ideas and formulate the project brief. We are approachable and curious, always listening and learning to ensure the scope is clearly and accurately defined.
Deliver more with less
Critical and holistic design thinking - through efficient space planning that is structurally logical, we deliver more with less of the budget.
Sustainable Design
Sustainable buildings inspired by and connected to nature that adhere to the principles of biophilic design, passivhaus, GreenStar and LEED.
Sustainable buildings inspired by and connected to nature that adhere to the principles of biophilic design, passivhaus, GreenStar and LEED.
We aim to impact nine United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Testimonials
"Chaulk was appointed to work with our school to coordinate a major upgrade of our school buildings. Throughout the process Chaulk demonstrated exceptional leadership to ensure the final outcome resulted in providing an outstanding educational facility for our students. This involved facilitating extensive consultation with all stakeholders, as well as admirably coordinating meetings with the building team.
Morry Rubinstein
Principal
"We used Chaulk for our house renovation. Our design was beautiful and I absolutely loved how they were able to redesign our space. Kim is very professional and I really loved working with her. Amazing experience! So happy with our end result!"
Elise Goodwin
"Chaulk created plans to extend our architecturally designed alpine cabin. She was passionate about keeping with the character of the original appearance and very knowledgeable about all the caveats unique to building in the area. Kim listened patiently to our needs and provided several different options so we could visualise what would work best and all in a fast timeframe. Communication, feedback and her vision for what is possible is excellent. We can thoroughly recommend working with Chaulk"
Emma Crosser
"Kim was a pleasure to deal with during our $500k toilet block & office refurbishment project. Kim worked with the school to gain clarity on the needs of the client and worked with the builder to provide a cost-effective, aesthetically appealing and fit-for-purpose new area."
Kimberley Tempest
Need help with a project? Get in touch
Connect with us to discuss your project and explore how we can bring your vision to life. We look forward to working together on impactful, sustainable solutions.
Schedule a meeting with us through Calendly to meet the team