Bligh Graham Architects
About us
Bligh Graham Architects is a small studio based architecture practice in Samford Village, Australia.
The studio’s reputation for developing sustainable, functional and responsive sub-tropical architecture has been acknowledged through many industry awards and a multitude of publications.
Established in 2002, Bligh Graham Architects is situated on the outskirts of Brisbane City primarily undertaking work throughout Brisbane, Moreton, Sunshine Coast, and Northern Rivers region. The majority of the work completed by the firm is residential in nature with aged care, cultural, interior and commercial projects also commissioned. Budgets have ranged from $100k to $20m. The practice only takes on a limited number of projects at a time to ensure a high level of service and professional delivery.
Bligh Graham Architects believes that beyond fulfilling their function, buildings should enrich peoples everyday life, promote a sense of wellbeing and engage with our culture and landscape. Such architecture is not only functional but has a timeless warmth and richness, simplicity and humility. It is a tailored response to each client and site, resulting in highly resolved works that both engage the senses and provide efficient solutions. It is as much about the making of landscapes and gardens as it is about enclosures – of private and public worlds.
Sustainability is a core concern that we address at all scales and phases from the initial site planning to the consideration of material selections and additional mechanical services. From the start we look to the holistic integration of passive design principles into the spatial and material logic of our designs.
Team
Chris Bligh - Director
B ARCH (HONS I) M ARCH (UBC) AIA A+
Chris is a third generation architect who has been working in the industry for over 30 years. Along with Sonia, Chris directs Bligh Graham Architects and is closely involved in all projects from start to finish. His passion for the outdoors is reflected in his sensitive approach to design and a concern for getting the fundamentals of a design right. Chris' commitment to architecture is reflected in his obtaining a Masters of Advanced Studies in Architecture from the University of British Columbia. He has been involved in local Universities regularly over the years and with the Institute of Architects Awards program.
Sonia Graham - Director
B ARTS ENV DES (TAS) B ARCH (HONS) A+
Sonia brings her passion for holistic living to bear on creating design solutions that encompass a whole of life view. Drawing on her broad experience she seeks solutions that are not only practical and enduring, but fun and uplifting. Personal research into alternative housing, environmental design and edible landscapes accompany a long career following graduation from the University of Tasmania in 1993. As a fellow Director, Sonia is involved in all office projects.
Daniel Hall - Architect
B DES M ARCH (QUT) A+
Daniel brings his high attention to detail and disciplined work ethic to create pragmatic and sensitive designs. Since graduating from Queensland University of Technology Daniel has gained a wide range of commercial and residential experience and continues to pass on his knowledge through the Institute’s EmAGN program and tutoring at universities. It is these values and his ability to draw on a broad range of experiences that have made him a highly valued and dedicated member at Bligh Graham Architects for over 10 years.
Awards
2022
LiveWorkShare House - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
State Robin Dods Award for Residential Architecture
LiveWorkShare House - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
State Harry Marks Award for Sustainable Architecture
LiveWorkShare House - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
Regional House of the Year
LiveWorkShare House - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
Regional Commendation for New House
LiveWorkShare House - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
Regional Commendation for Sustainable Architecture
2021
LiveWorkShare House - Sustainable Building Awards
New Dwelling - Highly Commended
2020
Bardon House - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
Regional Commendation for New House
2019
Harriet House - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
Regional Commendation
2018
Tarragindi Steel House - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
State Award for Residential Architecture - Houses (New)
Samford C House - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
State Shortlist for Residential Architecture - Houses (Alterations & Additions)
2013
New Farm Studio - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
Regional Commendation
Cedar Creek House and Studio - AIA Queensland Architecture
Awards Regional Commendation
Chelmer House - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
Regional Commendation
Chelmer House - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
Regional Commendation for Sustainable Architecture
2010
Redhill House & Home Office - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
Regional Commendation
2009
Fig Tree Pocket River House - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
State Award for Residential Architecture
Fig Tree Pocket River House - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
Regional Commendation for Residential Architecture
2008
Samford House 1 - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
Regional Commendation
Samford House 1 - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
Robin Dods Award for Residential Architecture
Samford House 1 - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
State Interior Award
2005
Fig Tree Pocket House 1 - AIA Queensland Architecture Awards
Regional Commendation
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Business details
- Category:
- Architects
- Business focus:
- Residential
- Verified ArchiPro member since:
- 2022
- Associations:
- Australian Institute of Architects
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Chris Bligh
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