Our legacy stems from our relationships. Venko was founded on a desire to put ‘people first’ and to champion the relationships that are the driver of our success. It is this approach that remains the foundation of who we are today. We are extremely proud that clients who choose to trust in us the first time, stay with us for the future. This repeat business is a testament to our reputation for high quality creative design solutions that are also buildable & functional.
We are known for quality outcomes that have longevity for our clients. We are proud of a team culture that makes space for each of us to be ourselves, take chances on change & accelerate discovery. We are leaders in our field because our collective culture empowers us to create spaces that hit the mark.
We enjoy the process. Our superpower is an attitude of positivity & partnership to drive outstanding results as a team.
Side-stepping the norm, we embrace originality by continually challenging ourselves to do better than before.
Inspiring spaces are a product of purposeful design. We create with meaning & intention to enrich the human experience.
Our mindset means we take initiative & responsibility in everything we do. We own the thrill of success together.
We believe in our power to create a better tomorrow. This means doing good for our environment, for diversity, for inclusion, for our community and for the wellbeing of every individual.
Over the past 28 years, from 15 years as principal of a tier 1 architectural practice, to establishing her own business in Venko, Tina has cemented her reputation as an approachable and present leader, earning the respect of her industry peers and clients alike. Tina challenges the project team to see beyond the brief & champion the client’s purpose. Her open & approachable manner fosters communication, making her naturally adept at stakeholder management & cultivating a united team, who are always reaching for the same goals.
Uncompromising in quality and service, Lili’s leadership has been integral in establishing the Venko reputation for quality outcomes that have longevity for our clients. An accomplished designer across multiple sectors including Government, Education, Hospitality & Civic, a specialist in Workplace design, Lili has guided clients both nationally and internationally through the complexity of change in the workplace environment for more than 25 years. Lili creates unique solutions that mirror the people, culture and vision distinctive to each individual client.
Leading the strategic development of Venko since day one, Moira intuitively understands that every success we have is built on the foundations of who we are as people, the connections we make and the care we show those relationships over time. The genuine relationships she cultivates have lasting impact on the stability and growth of the Venko business. Her down-to-earth nature and refreshing perspective on our industry, makes it clear that you’re in good hands, and you might have a few laughs along the way.
As an agent for change in our industry, Andree-Ann’s design ethos is focused on creating high-value environments that have longevity and are sustainable. A rigorous, evidence-based approach in her designs lead to well resolved outcomes. Her work aims to improve the quality of life of the individual, looking to biophilic design principles. This outlook means having robust conversations with clients, investing in this relationship from the beginning, to shape a narrative that is drives high quality outcomes.
Kelly’s passionate and vibrant persona is instilled into the exciting spaces she creates. She shares her energy with clients, distilling their brand identity & shaping a built environment to reflect their vision. Naturally adept at stakeholder management, Kelly draws the team together to work in collaboration ensuring everyone is working towards a shared goal. ‘Design gives me freedom to express myself but it also allows me to have a positive impact on the quality of life of the people who inhabit the spaces I create.’
Chantelle sets the bar high, always looking for the ‘next’ that will drive better design solutions. Her aptitude & dedication to understanding technical requirements of a project has led her to build a portfolio within Government & Aged Care sectors. Chantelle is a methodical thinker whose creativity is grounded in diligence and attention to detail, resulting in robust solutions for challenging design issues. With a keen interest in design for inclusivity & diversity, Chantelle instils this care for the individual into the creative focus for her projects.
Pia is a critical thinker championing research-based design and high quality, sustainable solutions. Pia’s attention to the importance of resolved design detailing lies in her outlook that a design will only succeed, if it is accurately expressed at the documentation stage. Her strength of technical knowledge & documentation management, steers the entire project team on a collective path to ensuring the integrity of the design intent is upheld and the client’s objectives are always in sight.
Trevina sees taking creative risks as inherent to her role as a designer – only with calculated risk can we create change and innovate. She places emphasis on the importance of the process and journey in project delivery. ‘Beautiful design is a reflection of quality process and enjoyment of the journey.’ This mindset shapes a collaborative atmosphere within the wider project team. Trevina’s empathy for the end user drives design outcomes that positively impact the human experience of a space. She strives to create environments that people want to occupy, engage with and return to – spaces that are valued into the future.
An excellent communicator, Rhem draws on his acting career to weave story-telling into his approach to marketing. Shaping a thriving Venko brand across all platforms, Rhem’s architectural & interior design experience are his foundation for embracing originality and challenging the norm in marketing for Venko. Critical to the success of Venko’s growth, he develops and executes marketing strategies that engage and inspire. ‘Passion for the visual arts & film inspires my work at Venko, the use of visual cues and emotive language gives me a fresh new take on marketing challenges.’
Venko gather on Wurundjeri Country. We acknowledge the traditional owners of this land and pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.