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Héléna Short

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Héléna Short

Project Lead

B Arch, M Arch


Héléna brings expertise in the design and delivery of both residential and public projects, and extensive experience in the areas of education and justice.

With a keen focus and passion for beautifully detailed architecture, regardless of the scale or function, Héléna understands the key role that good design has in the community.

In particular, she has the patience and meticulous attention to detail needed to deliver complex projects.

She is currently project lead on several residential projects and assisting on amenities for a semi-retirement lifestyle village, and has recently completed school facilities for Hartford College, Stanmore House and Darlington Terraces Student Accommodation.

Héléna studied in both France and Italy and moved to Sydney in 2014. She loves the quality of architecture produced at SCA and the excellent working conditions.

The Palais Bulle by Antti Lovag, Cote d’Azur fascinates her – its capacity to evoke dreams, its perfect fit for the site, its building system that captures the best views and its construction as a living sculpture.

Movement is a major inspiration for Héléna, from walking (freeing and feeding the mind) to fast moving images whilst travelling at high speed.

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Sam Crawford Architects is a Sydney-based studio known for designing beautiful, liveable homes, while also delivering thoughtful, people-focused public and urban projects.

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We design places that support the way people live, learn and connect, from thoughtful homes to inclusive community spaces and learning environments.

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