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We’ve been recruiting for Brisbane practices since 2017, and opened our own office here in 2023. The team works out of Fortitude Valley, across architecture, interiors, landscape and urban design, product and business support.
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Meet Luke.
Luke joined Bespoke Sydney in 2015, leading the architectural and interior products desk by 2017. He then moved to Bespoke London, building creative teams across the UK and Europe. After a stint in talent acquisition at a London tech start-up, he's now back in Australia, leading our growing Brisbane office as part of the leadership team.
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Your Brisbane team.
Luke Russo
Manager
Marli Moller
Consultant · Architecture
Amy Ovenden
Senior Consultant · Business Support
Christina Evans
Consultant · Architecture and Interiors
Not sure who to ask for? Call the office on +61 (0)7 3088 4010 and you will get the consultant who covers your discipline.
“Hiring through Bespoke was the best money I've ever spent on the business. They found us two incredibly good people, people who weren't even looking. Our Sydney Director came through Bespoke, and she's changed our business.
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What Brisbane pays in 2026.
Base salaries for architecture and design roles in Brisbane, from our 2026 Salary Guide. Built from 1,890 survey responses, 1,200 placements and 65 recruiters across our offices.
Average base salary for an architect in Brisbane, now ahead of Melbourne in senior brackets.
Brisbane practices report the sharpest talent shortage in the country, driven by the Olympic pipeline.
Brisbane teams are the most settled in Australia, so the best people are rarely on the open market.
Source: Bespoke Careers 2026 Salary Guide and Market Report.
| Role | Low | Average | High | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grad of Architecture (1-3 yrs) | $68,191 | $75,000 | $80,000 | |
| Grad of Architecture (3-6 yrs) | $78,838 | $85,000 | $95,000 | |
| Grad of Architecture (6-10 yrs) | $90,000 | $100,000 | $120,000 | |
| Registered Architect (3-6 yrs) | $78,838 | $90,000 | $100,000 | |
| Registered Architect (6-10 yrs) | $95,000 | $110,000 | $130,000 | |
| Senior Architect / Associate | $115,000 | $130,000 | $140,000 |
| Role | Low | Average | High | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Interior Designer (1-3 yrs) | $60,000 | $65,000 | $75,000 | |
| Mid-weight Interior Designer (4-7 yrs) | $70,000 | $80,000 | $90,000 | |
| Snr Interior Designer / Project Lead (8-10 yrs) | $90,000 | $110,000 | $130,000 | |
| Associate | $110,000 | $120,000 | $140,000 | |
| Design Director | $140,000 | $160,000 | $200,000 | |
| Stylist / Decorator | $60,000 | $70,000 | $100,000 |
| Role | Low | Average | High | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Designer (1-3 yrs) | $60,000 | $65,000 | $75,000 | |
| Urban Designer (3-6 yrs) | $75,000 | $85,000 | $100,000 | |
| Urban Designer (6-10 yrs) | $100,000 | $115,000 | $130,000 | |
| Assoc / Snr Urban Designer | $120,000 | $140,000 | $160,000 | |
| Urban Design Director | $150,000 | $180,000 | $200,000 | |
| Landscape Architect (1-3 yrs) | $65,000 | $70,000 | $75,000 |
See all 10 urban design & landscape roles in the full Brisbane guide
| Role | Low | Average | High | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Receptionist | $55,000 | $65,000 | $70,000 | |
| Office Administrator | $55,000 | $65,000 | $70,000 | |
| Project Administrator | $65,000 | $70,000 | $85,000 | |
| Document Controller | $65,000 | $80,000 | $100,000 | |
| Studio Coordinator | $70,000 | $80,000 | $100,000 | |
| Office Manager | $80,000 | $90,000 | $100,000 |
See all 21 business support roles in the full Brisbane guide
| Role | Low | Average | High | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales Support / Administrator | $65,000 | $70,000 | $80,000 | |
| Showroom Consultant* | $65,000 | $70,000 | $80,000 | |
| Showroom Manager* | $80,000 | $90,000 | $120,000 | |
| Sales Representative* | $85,000 | $90,000 | $110,000 | |
| Business Development Manager* | $90,000 | $110,000 | $130,000 | |
| State Sales Manager* | $110,000 | $130,000 | $140,000 |
See all 18 architectural & interior products roles in the full Brisbane guide
| Role | Low | Average | High | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Administrator | $80,000 | $100,000 | $120,000 | |
| Estimator | $90,000 | $110,000 | $120,000 | |
| Jnr / Assistant Project Manager | $75,000 | $95,000 | $105,000 | |
| Project Manager | $120,000 | $150,000 | $180,000 | |
| Construction Manager | $140,000 | $160,000 | $200,000 |
See all 5 building & construction roles in the full Brisbane guide
Annual base salaries. Updated 1 July 2026.
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Which roles do you recruit for in Brisbane?
Architecture, interior design, landscape and urban design, architectural and interior products, strategic appointments and business support, at every level from graduates to practice directors, across permanent, contract and temp-to-perm.
How much do architects and designers earn in Brisbane?
It varies by discipline, level and practice size. Our 2026 Brisbane Salary Guide publishes real ranges for every role, alongside a benefits benchmark that studios use to shape packages.
How do your fees work?
There are three ways to hire. Permanent recruitment is success-only. You only pay when we find you your dream hire, and our terms are sent as soon as you brief us. Contract runs on hourly rates agreed upfront, with payroll and compliance through us. Strategic search is retained and paid in three instalments, across engagement, shortlist and appointment.
Do you place contract as well as permanent staff?
Yes. We have filled 1,664 contract roles for studios hiring against a deadline, alongside permanent and temp-to-perm placements. Contractors are referenced and skills-assessed before we put them forward, and a Monday call with a Thursday start is normal.
How do I register as a candidate?
Send your CV and portfolio, apply through any Brisbane job listing, drop them into the form further up this page, or email brisbane@bespokecareers.com. Everything you share stays confidential, and your current employer never hears from us.
How do I brief you on a vacancy?
Use the brief form on this page, Submit a Vacancy, or call the Brisbane office on +61 (0)7 3088 4010 and you will speak to the consultant who covers your discipline.
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