140 years of continuous Practice

This milestone isn’t just a celebration of longevity but a testament to Wilson Architects’ ability to grow, innovate, and lead in an ever-changing world, making it a significant moment in the firm’s history and the broader architectural community.

Innovative Education Design

James Cook University - Cairns - Medical School

Innovative Education Design

Peter Coaldrake Education Precinct - Brisbane, Queensland

Designing for Diverse Communities

St Catherine’s Indigenous Student Housing - Perth, Western Australia

Life Science Spaces Designed Around People

Brisbane Grammar School STEAM Precinct - Brisbane, Queensland

Urban Infrastructure to Bring People Together

Veranda Walk, James Cook University - Townsville, Queensland

Bespoke Designs for Unique Sites

Sunrise Beach House - Sunrise Beach, Queensland

Memorable Cultural Places

Kooroomba Chapel - Boonah, Queensland

Wilson Architects acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians. We recognise their cultures, histories and diversity and draw inspiration from their deep connection to the lands, waters and seas of Australia.

We acknowledge the Jaggera people and the Turrbal people as the Traditional Custodians of Meanjin land on which we work, and pay respect to their Elders past and present.

genius loci

140 Years of Wilson Architects

In celebration of our remarkable 140-year legacy, we proudly present Genius Loci. This book chronicles the evolution of WilsonArchitects since its founding by A.B. Wilson in 1884. The book traces the firm’s journey through pivotal moments in history, including the war years. Genius Loci also reflects on the incorporation of landscape architecture into our design philosophy in the 1960s. This was a transformative shift that remains central to our approach today. Genius Loci offers a reflective and inspiring look at the past while showcasing the innovative spirit that continues to shape our work today.

MAKING PLACES FOR LIFE TO FLOURISH

We are a values driven team of designers with a shared vision for the things we collectively care about

  • Our expertise lies in creating distinctive and immersive environments that captivate the senses by intertwining pragmatic and poetic design as well as a deep connection to nature. Our ultimate objective is to cultivate a sense of community and bring individuals together through profound and shared experiences.

  • We proactively solicit feedback and utilize metrics throughout our projects to enhance our understanding. By openly sharing this research, we refine our innovative methods, advance our expertise, mitigate risks, and enhance the predictability of our outcomes.

  • We value meaningful collaboration with our colleagues, clients and industry partners who share our values and strive for excellence

  • We care for Country through a holistic approach that considers cultural, environmental, economic, and social factors to create thoughtful and relevant design solutions that resonate with the local context.

EXPERTISE

Education

Schools, Universities, Master Planning

Heritage + Adaptive Re-use

Heritage Master Plans, Strategic Refurbishment, Sustainable Re-use

Life Sciences

Laboratories, Science Research

Residential

Bespoke designs for unique sites

Workplace

Education, Life Sciences, Commerce

Community Housing

Student Housing, Multi-Residential

Cultural

Art Galleries, Public Event, Libraries

Place Making

Master Plans, Infrastructure, Landscape

WHERE WE WORK

Wilson Architects, with our experience and expertise, have worked across Brisbane, Queensland, Australia and the Asia Pacific

With advancing digital technologies and local partnerships we have successfully completed work from a small refurbishment to a $500m+ project

140 YEARS OF
DESIGN EXCELLENCE