Principal
Studio Leader
Laura Cockburn
Studio: Sydney
Qualifications:
BArch(Hons),
BOA (NSW) 6360, (SA) 3529
FRAIA
AIA NSW Chapter Immediate Past President
NSW Architects Registration Board Member
AACA Accreditation Panel Member
Contact:
laura.cockburn@architectus.com.au
As Studio Leader in Sydney, Laura is dedicated to a collaborative approach to design, focusing on creating a built environment that is respectful, purposeful, intelligent, and beautiful for our changing communities and future.
Known for fostering strong client relationships, she navigates complex briefs, ensures smooth project management, and achieves design excellence and value for clients.
Laura’s specialist expertise in the Defence sphere includes the development of business cases, feasibility studies, and master plans for highly complex capability and redevelopment projects, as well as managing gateways and government approval processes.
Her portfolio includes leadership of key projects for the RAAF Bases at Williamtown, Darwin, and Richmond, as well as the Defence Establishment Orchard Hills. Laura has also completed the business case for RAAF Base Wagga, HMAS Albatross, and the Albury Wodonga Military Area.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Laura has served in leadership roles for the Australian Institute of Architects and the NSW Architects Registration Board, investing in the next generation of architects through her work as Practice Examiner and Panel Assessor.
