Business Details
33 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architects in Sydney | Melocco & Moore
Melocco & Moore is an award-winning architectural practice based in Sydney, dedicated to creating modern, meaningful architecture tailored to people, place, and purpose. With over three decades of combined experience, our directors David Melocco and Philip Moore lead a team that designs across residential, multi-residential, commercial, and community projects. We prioritise client needs, crafting spaces that enhance wellbeing, foster community connections, and adapt to contemporary lifestyles. Our approach integrates sustainability, heritage preservation, and innovative design, ensuring buildings are functional, enduring, and contextually responsive.We manage projects from concept to completion, collaborating with trusted consultants and builders to deliver results that exceed expectations. Our work spans new builds, renovations, and heritage restorations, reflecting a commitment to accessibility and quality in architecture. Recognised for excellence, we remain deeply engaged with architectural education and professional communities, ensuring our practice evolves with industry advancements while maintaining a human-centric focus.
Services
Residential Architecture
Multi-Residential Projects
Commercial Architecture
Community Projects
Heritage Architecture
Project Management
Concept Design
Construction Documentation
Sustainable Design
Heritage Restoration
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer over two decades of expertise in modern residential design.
- Our full-service approach covers projects from concept to completion.
- Sustainable design principles guide every project we undertake.
- Directors hold NSW Architect Registration and academic industry ties.
- Longstanding partnerships ensure cost-effective, high-quality outcomes.
Services
Residential Architecture
We create tailored residential spaces addressing site constraints, heritage requirements, and lifestyle needs. Our designs maximise natural light, connectivity, and functionality while respecting local contexts. With over 20 years of experience in new builds and renovations, we deliver homes that evolve with occupants' changing needs, blending modern additions with existing structures for seamless living.
Heritage Architecture
Specialising in heritage preservation, we restore and adaptively reuse culturally significant buildings. Our approach maintains original character while integrating modern amenities. Through collaboration with councils and conservation experts, we ensure compliance with heritage guidelines, extending building lifespans sustainably. Projects include Victorian terraces, Federation homes, and industrial warehouses transformed for contemporary use.
Commercial Architecture
We design commercial spaces enhancing workplace productivity and brand identity. Our solutions balance aesthetic appeal with functional efficiency, optimising natural light and ventilation. Expertise spans retail fit-outs, office buildings, and mixed-use developments. Each project considers urban context, ensuring buildings contribute positively to streetscapes while meeting developers' economic goals through strategic spatial planning.
Community Projects
Our community-focused designs prioritise accessibility and social interaction. We create civic amenities, childcare centres, and recreational facilities that serve diverse populations. By understanding local needs, we develop functional, inclusive spaces fostering community engagement. Recent projects include parks, community centres, and life-saving infrastructure, all designed with environmental sustainability and long-term usability in mind.
Multi-Residential Projects
We deliver high-quality multi-residential developments from affordable housing to luxury apartments. Our designs maximise yield while ensuring resident comfort through strategic layouts, natural ventilation, and communal spaces. Expertise includes navigating complex zoning regulations and developer requirements. Projects feature modern aesthetics, energy-efficient systems, and layouts promoting social connection within urban environments.
People
David Melocco
Director
BArch UNSW 1987, NSW Reg. No. 10485. Founding member of the Australian Architecture Association. Former design tutor at UNSW. Specialises in contextual design and sustainable architecture. Practicing since 1987 with international experience.
Philip Moore
Director
BArch Hons UNSW 1988, Cert Structural Eng 1981. NSW Reg. No. 5472. Chartered Architect since 1989. Former AIA NSW councillor. Expert in heritage projects and academic engagement. Practicing since 1988 with engineering background.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We specialise in residential, commercial, community, and heritage projects including new builds, renovations, and multi-residential developments across Sydney and regional NSW.
How experienced are your architects?
Directors David Melocco and Philip Moore have over 60 combined years of experience, including academic roles and industry leadership positions since the 1980s.
Do you handle heritage building projects?
Yes, we specialise in heritage restoration and adaptive reuse, working with councils and conservation experts to preserve historical significance while modernising functionality.
What sustainability practices do you use?
We prioritise longevity, energy efficiency, and material sustainability. Our designs maximise natural light and ventilation while using durable, eco-conscious materials.
How do you manage construction projects?
We provide full project management from concept design through to completion, coordinating builders and consultants to ensure quality control and budget adherence.
