Practice

Marc Dixon Architect was established in Melbourne in 1998 by Marc Dixon. 

Services include architecture, interiors, feasibility studies and project management. Completed projects include; Residential, both Single and Multiple Dwellings, Retail and Commercial projects, Heritage Impact and Heritage Renewal Projects, Crisis Accommodation, Social Housing and other Community based projects. Locations vary from CBD and Metropolitan Melbourne to Coastal, Alpine, Rural and Regional Victoria. 

Some of our recently completed projects include,  Melbourne City Baths Renovation Works, North Melbourne Town Hall Internal Upgrades, Provans Timber + Hardware in Clifton Hill (including the upgrade of the heritage listed Woolstore), Sacred Heart Church: The Monaghan Centre in Mildura (an addition to a heritage listed church building and precinct) and Cosela Alpine Lodge and Elk Lodge in Falls Creek. 

 

Philosophy

The building engages with the user and site. Opportunities and constraints are identified. Each design is particular to the site conditions and client requirements . The product connects with its surroundings and provides the client with a unique outcome. Integrated sustainable design and construction are included from concept through to specification. There is consideration about what is Australian vernacular. The office remains dedicated to architectural education and participates in student design studios.

 

Proficiency

Full services include; feasibility, design, planning, heritage and heritage impact, documentation and contract administration. Our work is a collaborative effort between the client, consultants and contractors to achieve a result that is timely and on budget.