Gabrielle Pelletier

FRAIA
NSW Architects Registration Board # 9611
Design & Building Practitioners registration DEB0002262
BPD (Arch), BPC, M Arch

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Director at Sam Crawford Architects, Gabrielle is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Architects.

She received the 2025 NSW Emerging Architect Prize in recognition of her contribution to architectural practice, sustainable design and the broader profession.

Gabrielle is an experienced design and project leader, bringing ambitious architecture to life within complex, collaborative and multidisciplinary environments. Her work spans housing, education, infrastructure, heritage and residential design, and is grounded in a strong commitment to sustainability, landscape and climate resilience.

She plays a key role in the strategic direction and leadership of the practice, guiding planning, business development, quality management and human resources, with a particular focus on fostering a collaborative, inclusive and design-focused practice culture.

Gabrielle has led the design and delivery of complex public and private projects at all scales.

She coordinated more than 20 specialist consultants alongside complex operational, stakeholder and authority requirements for Blacktown Animal Rehoming Centre. BARC received significant national and international recognition, including finalist at the World Architecture Festival and Gold in the Better Future World Design Awards.

Combining innovative creativity with strong project management, technical knowledge and practical experience in delivering complex architecture, she has led design teams on significant SCA projects including the NSW Housing Pattern Book, Willowdale Sports Pavilion, Easts Rugby Club, Camden Animal Rehoming Centre and Community Nursery.

An active contributor to design excellence, she is on the NSW State Design Review Panel and the Canterbury-Bankstown and Camden Council Design Review Panels. As Co-Chair of the AIA National Climate and Sustainability Committee, she advocates for more sustainable and resilient built environments. A frequent guest lecturer, speaker and juror, she strengthens design culture and the role of the architectural profession, and mentors young professionals.