Design Architect

Award-winning studio
Global design practice
Full-time, Permanent

DKO is an award‑winning, multidisciplinary design practice of around 300 people, working across seven studios in Australia, New Zealand and South‑East Asia.

We collaborate across architecture, interiors, landscape architecture and urban design to deliver large‑scale multi‑residential, mixed‑use, workplace, hospitality and urban projects. Our work is design‑led and visually driven, underpinned by rigorous thinking, clear communication and strong collaboration.

At DKO, we believe the best ideas emerge through openness, listening and teamwork. We value accountability, take pride in our work and design responsibly, creating outcomes that are thoughtful, commercially sound and built to last. Our studios foster an inclusive, supportive environment where people are encouraged to contribute, grow and do meaningful work.

DKO is seeking a talented Front-End Design Architect to join our Perth studio.

This is an exciting opportunity for a design-focused Architect with strong Australian project experience and a passion for creating exceptional multi-residential and mixed-use developments. Working alongside a highly regarded design team, you’ll play a key role in feasibility studies, concept design and design development on complex, high-profile projects across Perth and beyond.

• Contribute to feasibility, concept design and design development phases of projects
• Develop innovative architectural design solutions across multi-residential and mixed-use projects
• Prepare presentation material, design narratives and client presentations
• Collaborate with Project Leaders, consultants and internal design teams
• Participate in design workshops, client meetings and project reviews
• Assist in the coordination of planning and development approval submissions
• Support the delivery of high-quality architectural outcomes aligned with DKO’s design standards
• Maintain a strong understanding of local planning controls and design requirements

• Degree-qualified Architect or Graduate Architect
• Experience working on Australian multi-residential projects is essential
• Strong front-end design capability with exposure to concept design and design development
• Ability to communicate and present design ideas effectively
• Strong design and graphic presentation skills
• Proficiency in ArchiCAD preferred but not required
• Understanding of local planning frameworks and development processes
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Passion for architecture, urban design and creating high-quality places

• Work in an award-winning studio with a focus on equity and inclusion
• Work in a friendly, supportive, fun and creative team environment
• Opportunities for career progression
• Exposure to projects across Australia
• Professional memberships
• Employee Wellness Assistance Program to support mental health for you and your family
• Wellness initiatives and social events
• Generous parental leave policy

Commensurate with experience and ability

Please send through a letter of application and a current resume to ***************@dko.com.au. Please include Design Architect – Perth in the subject line.

We will ensure all applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.