Emma Brain
People and Partnership
I’m really interested in the concept of agency, both as a model of practice and sociological tool. We seek to embody both definitions. Our structure is more akin to an advertising agency in that we are comfortable looking to experts outside the practice for input into our projects. I love that the work we are pursuing seeks to empower and build capacity.
Emma is our go-to ‘money person’, writing government grant applications for projects in First Nations communities across Australia. In 2024, Emma secured $13.5 million worth of funding for community-based projects. She travels regularly with the design teams to assist with community engagement processes.
Emma manages the practice’s communications, ensuring that we effectively engage with our diverse audience base. She is responsible for conveying the agency’s values and ambitions across both online and print platforms
Having worked in architectural practice for fifteen years, Emma understands the complexities of delivery in the built environment. This role enables her to combine her love of language and design with her desire to contribute to a more just and equitable Australia.
