BachelorofPlanningandDesign 1997-1999
Faculty of Architecture, Building & Planning University of Melbourne
Exchange Program 1998-2000
Faculty of Architecture and Urban Planning, University of Stuttgart, Germany
Bachelor of Architecture 2001-2003
Faculty of Architecture, Building & Planning University ofMelbourne
Bachelor of Property and Construction 2001-2003
Faculty of Architecture, Building & Planning University ofMelbourne
Ball is a creative talent within the practice demonstrating impressive conceptual design and presentation skills. He has extensive experience in the documentation of commercial, residential and public buildings. Notably multi-residential apartments and commercial developments during the design development and documentation phase.
His skills in 3D visualisation presentation and great work ethics have a track record that is admirable and greatly appreciated.
An experienced commercial designer in particular various shop and supermarket fit-out and apartment concept development are his particular strengths.
Ball is a great person to have on all phases of all projects, his ideas and approach works hand in hand with the practice ethos that is a collaborative environment.
Over 20 years of local and international urban design and landscape architectural experience with public and private sectors involving in developments ranging from green-field to urban renewal, private garden to public realm, community and regional parks to high-end resorts and hotels, sustainable and affordable housing to shopping centres and golf courses.
Reputable amongst the clients for the ability to capture and deliver rapid conceptualisation and creative solutions specific to individual sites and responsive to the project. Strong technical competency with proficiency in design softwares, people management and coordination skills for complex multi disciplinary projects, stakeholder and result focus, and employer, an all-rounder and a lateral thinker.
Bachelor of Design 2002-2006
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
International exchange program - Bachelor of Design 2005-2006
Universidad de las Americas, Puebla, Mexico
Master of. Architecture 2007-2008
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
Registered Architect, ARBV/ AACA 2013-
Victoria, Australia
With over 10 years industry experience in architecture and construction in Australia, Richard has the skills in planning, designing, developing and presenting projects on a wide range of scales. His expertise lies in the residential sector where he has contributed towards projects that range from house extensions to $200-million high rise developments. His range of experience also covers commercial, retail and public facilities.
His excellent communication, public relations, problem-solving and leadership skills, combined with a passion for creating the finest architecture and design.