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Sam Crawford Architects is a design driven architectural practice based in Sydney, Australia.

03/11/2026

SCA Insights: Now That I Have an Architect, Do I Need an Interior Designer?⁠
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It’s a fair question. Engaging an additional consultant incurs additional expense, and if this is your first build or renovation, it’s not always clear whether interior design is already within your architect’s scope of work.⁠
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Here’s a bite sized overview of a more indepth conversation piece we've written on this topic. For the full article, head to the News & Insights section of our website.

27/10/2026

We are proud to share that Sam Crawford, Founding Director, has been elevated to Life Fellow of the Australian Institute of Architects!⁠
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The honour recognises Sam’s distinguished contribution to Australian architecture through design excellence, public service and professional leadership, and his enduring commitment to advancing the quality of the built environment, architectural practice and the profession.

08/10/2026

A proud moment for Willowdale Sports Precinct. ⁠
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In 2026 Willowdale recieved recognition across three Australian design awards.⁠
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Gold in the Built Environment Architectural Design, 2026 Australian Good Design Awards⁠ ⁠
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Gold in the Architecture: Public and Institutional, 2026 SYDNEY Design Awards ⁠⁠
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Highly Commended in the Horbury Hunt Commercial Award, 2026 Think Brick Awards⁠ ⁠
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Designed as more than a place for sport, Willowdale creates a community hub for a rapidly growing part of south-west Sydney. The architecture responds to the area’s suburban and rural character, with patterned brickwork developed in collaboration with artist .⁠
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We are so proud to see the design and thinking behind this public project recognised across architecture, design and material craft.⁠
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Thank you to our clients ⁠ for supporting thoughtful public architecture.⁠
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Location: Dharawal and Gandangara Country / South-West Sydney⁠
Team: Sam Crawford, Gabrielle Pelletier, Rhys Nicholas, Liam Marosy-Weide, Jarad Grice, Ken Warr, Caitlin Condon⁠
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Builder: RELD Group + Landscape Solutions⁠ ⁠
Landscape Architect & Lead Consultant: ASPECT Studios⁠ ⁠
Photographers: Brett Boardman⁠
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06/10/2026

Warm timber, soft light and spaces made to feel at home.⁠
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The interiors of Cascade Terrace are shaped by a restrained palette of natural timber, light tone surfaces and carefully crafted details. ⁠
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Timber floors, window frames and bespoke joinery bring warmth and continuity throughout, while generous openings and increased ceiling heights draw natural light into the living spaces. The result is a calm, tactile interior that feels both contemporary and comfortably connected to the character of the original Victorian terrace.⁠
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Project Name: Cascade Terrace⁠
Location: Gadigal Country / Paddington, NSW⁠
SCA Team: Sam Crawford, Benjamin Chan, Christine Guan, Ken Warr⁠
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Builder: Invue Homes⁠
Landscape Architect: Spirit Level Designs⁠
Photographer: Brett Boardman

02/10/2026

To my fellow NSW registered architects, I'm putting my hand up for one of the two architect-elected positions on the NSW Architects Registration Board, and I'd appreciate your support.⁠
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I take the responsibility of this role seriously. I believe architects are accountable to our clients, their land, their communities and to Country.⁠
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I've been in practice for more than 25 years, since establishing Sam Crawford Architects in 1999. As Chair of the AIA NSW Chapter's Awards Working Group, I've had the privilege of seeing the best of what our profession produces. As an examiner for the Board, I've seen first-hand how registration protects the public and upholds the standing of our profession.⁠
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A strong profession depends on fairness and integrity, for architects, clients and the public alike. If you share that view, I'd be grateful for your vote.⁠
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Registered architects should have received an email from the Board with a voting code and link. Voting closes on 30 October 2026.⁠
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If there's something you'd like to see the Board take on, please reach out. And if you'd like to talk before casting your vote, you're welcome to call me on 02 9519 6800.⁠
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Sam

01/10/2026

The people behind our projects.⁠
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SCA is a team of 20 architects, designers and graduates, each bringing their own experience, ideas and perspectives to our work across public and private projects.⁠
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In our new series, we’re stepping behind the projects to introduce the people who bring them to life.⁠
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First up is one of our Architects, Stephanie Kennedy. Stephanie has been with SCA since 2024 and shares insights into her work on Camden Animal Shelter and Nursery, her career jump from her role in the Department of Defence, and her process towards registration as an architect.⁠
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Follow along as we introduce more of the people and personalities that shape our studio!

04/09/2026

We're honoured to see Willowdale Sports Precinct featured by ⁠
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Located in Sydney's southwest, the pavilion draws inspiration from the area's rich Indigenous history, with references to the ancient clay oven beads once used by the Dharawal and Darug peoples woven throughout the architecture. ⁠
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Combined with passive design strategies, durable low-maintenance materials and climate-responsive planning, the project demonstrates how community infrastructure can be deeply connected to both Country and place.⁠
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Thank you to Archello for sharing the story.⁠
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Read the full feature via the link in our bio.⁠
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Builder: RELD Group + Landscape Solutions⁠ ⁠
Landscape Architect & Lead Consultant: ASPECT Studios⁠ ⁠
Photographers: Brett Boardman

27/08/2026

Sam Crawford Architects is a diverse and talented team, and we are always looking for ways to learn from one another. We are excited to congratulate one of our graduates, Isabelle Howe, on being nominated for the Australian Institute of Architects NSW Graduate Medal.⁠
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Isabella's capstone Masters of Architecture project, Permanent Impermanence, developed in collaboration with Sophia Cerezo, proposes a new typology for recreational dwelling on Yuin Country in regional NSW. ⁠
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The proposal takes notes from traditional Indigenous camps, which operated seasonally and often left structural framing standing for future use.⁠ Isabella's thoughtful design thinking - considering place, history, and detail - is why she's a great fit for Sam Crawford Architects, and so valued.⁠
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We look forward to Isabella excercising this deep despect for Country, restorative appraoch to land and value for Indigenous cultural knowledge at Sam Crawford Architects.

25/08/2026

Engaging an architect can unlock the potential of the nooks, crannies and overlooked spaces throughout your home, transforming them into creative, efficient and beautifully resolved places tailored to the way you live.⁠
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"Well-designed workspaces are all about style and comfort. They support wellbeing and productivity and effortlessly integrate with the home environment." - Carrol Baker⁠
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We're delighted to see both Clovelly House and Waverley House featured in Grand Designs Australia Issue 14.6, in an article exploring thoughtfully designed study spaces in the home.⁠
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Address

Unit 4/30 Wilson Street
Newtown, NSW
2042

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 6pm
Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 6pm

Telephone

+61295196800

Website

http://www.samcrawfordarchitects.com.au/

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