Philip Stejskal Architecture

Philip and his team provided full architectural services from Concept to post award management ensuring the design was fulfilled. The design fully met our brief, despite our extensive wish list and tight budget. The team was very patient and always willing to explore alternative design options. The end product is a fantastic house that sets well on the streetscape, is practical and beautiful. We have had many comments from passing admirers. We would highly recommend Philip Stejeskal Architects.

Phil and his team were a fantastic bunch of professionals, and importantly great people to work with on our home reno. Through every step, from early design through to final sign off we were confident the team and their contractors would deliver. The quality of work was top notch, the project delivered on time and on budget and they were professional and friendly to work with over the 18 or so months of the project. The house is great to live in, and practical. It even catches the eye of passers by who want to know more about the house and who designed it. My family and I could not be happier with our decision to go with Philip Stejskal Architecture.

Two main things impressed us about Philip. Firstly he listened carefully to our initial thoughts about what we wanted in a house that would be our home. From this initial meting he produced a design that responded to and incorporated the key features we had requested. Secondly he had responded to the features of a fairly unique site. Our block was certainly not the usual flat site and Philip used the natural features to advantage. The result is a house which nestles into the landscape, captures the light and is very energy efficient. Throughout the building process we found Philip had a positive 'can do' approach to any questions or changes we had. His approach was to listen, consider the possibilities and if necessary research the options before giving us a response. We felt we were truly partners in the process. We love our house, we love being in it and sharing it with others.

We went to Philip Stejskal Architecture when looking for an architect to design and oversee the building of our house project in South Fremantle. The house was an old workers cottage on a narrow corner block, and we wanted to retain the old cottage, which had heritage value but needed a lot of attention, and add a 2 story extension at the back. Our aim was to create the feel of a beach shack, given the block is about 500m from the ocean. Philip took on the challenge, but his first design ideas were quite far from what we had hoped for. Taking our comments on board, he then produced a different design concept and this ended up being what was developed through to the amazing house we have just moved in to. Philip and our project architect, Claire Holmes, did what can only be described as a fantastic job in terms of overall design, attention to detail, and being open to discussion on particular points. They oversaw the entire project, appointing a local building firm, Texo, to carry out the works, making decisions on fittings, materials and the like. The project for the most part ran remarkably smoothly, with few of the normal stories of lengthy delays or problems. There was a slight delay at the end of the project due to slowness of cabinet installation, but everyone worked really hard to minimize the impact of this and we're now established in our new house and enjoying all the design features that we didn't think made sense during the build but are clearly brilliant now we can see how they work. Light, interesting spaces, details - these are what you want an architect to deliver, and Philip and Claire certainly delivered. We'd certainly recommend Philip Stejskal Architecture to anyone embarking on a building project.

My wife & I engaged Phil after I had seen him successfully represent another client during a council planning meeting. Taking a couple's vague chaotic idea of what they THINK they want, an existing partial design, a pile of scribblings, tomes of pictures & making it all work to the satisfaction of a finicky & tetchy client speaks volumes for the patience, tenacity & skill displayed by Philip of Philip Stejskal Architecture. He took our pile of collected scraps & set about providing us with a design that would meet our requirements. To say it was all smooth seas would be an understatement as 'form versus function' & cost was a constant theme which Phil managed to massage into the final product. After numerous meetings & volumes of correspondence (I was working away) he produced a suite of drawings which translated into a model that made the project leap into being. Incorporating hydronic floor cooling, passive cooling herb-infused outdoor permeable paving, solar panels doubling as roof shading & the external brick selection creating an 'inverse on nature' theme into a design on a non-standard shaped sloping block provided a few challenges. His ideas displayed a depth of maturity that his quiet demeanor & boyish looks conceal. Phil was available throughout the build to manage, advise of changes & also to ensure that the site was policed during the long & arduous time it took to finish. We've moved in now & have engaged Phil to finesse the things we missed during our initial Grand Design. We wouldn't be here without him & cannot express our thanks often enough. Here's to the next one being equally interesting!

We gave Philip a very tough brief. We didn't have a large budget and we wanted quite a lot! We were sceptical that it could be done but with intelligent design, imagination and innovative use and re-use of materials, Philip delivered a brilliant result. During the build, we were away for long periods of time and Philip filled in for me to supervise, for which we're very grateful. We have no hesitation in recommending Philip.

My husband and I engaged Phil to undertake a small extension, converting an unused balcony into part of the existing lounge room. Phil understood the brief completely by making sure he knew exactly what we wanted before submitting his concepts to us. This made the process easier and quicker as we liked the first concept presented and were ready to move on to the next stage straight away. The first concept met all our expectations and requirements. Phil took the project right up until the contracting of a builder, and the building stage - we took the project from there into our own hands, but with Phil's organised and clear drawings the process was relatively easy for us to take on. During the build, Phile gave us advice from time to time, whenever we asked. The project was on time and in budget. Phil is a pleasure to work with as he is professional, kind and take times to listen well to our needs and wishes.

My Wife and I engaged Philip Stejskal Architecture to design a significant addition to our 100+yr old semi-detached house in Fremantle. We could not be happier with the finished product, both in terms of it meeting our needs and adding value to our most important family investment. As well, the attention to detail and aesthetics of the home are uplifting and add to our wellbeing as a family on a daily basis...we still marvel at some of the features in the bedrooms, bathrooms, upstairs apt., kitchen and roof garden (to name a few). Throughout the design, costing, tender process (..which had to be refined and re-tendered to meet budgetary constraints), and subsequent build (managed by PSA), Philip was steadfast in his professionalism under tough circumstances and a constant force for quality and owner advocacy, whilst finding a balance that meant engagement and productivity from all parties. We could not recommend Philip and his team more highly.

We engaged Philip to design and manage the build of a small addition to the rear of our 1890s Fremantle Duplex. The brief was to replace the exisitng verandah and bathroom and give us better privacy and connection to the back garden. Philip worked closely with us to provide a solution that surprised and delighted us, giving us everything we asked for in an award winning solution that softened the division between inside and out while dealing with the level changes to the garden. The new outdoor room presents a playful puzzle box in plywood and 'weathertex' that responds to the different climatic conditions and seasonal changes in Fremantle. Philip was a delight to work with and was always patient, professional and responsive to our requests and the demands of the builder. We recommend Philip to any one looking for a well considered and beautiful design solution.

We engaged Phil to design the extension to our home in Fremantle. Phil's approach was very professional. As an artist I had a concept and Phil had the ability to listen to my ideas. Through his knowledge and creativity he brought this into fruition and improved some of them. He is a young innovative architect who knows how to work with clients towards a vision. We have recommended him and will continue to do so with the utmost confidence.

We wholeheartedly recommend Phil Stejskal Architecture. Phil is easy to get along with, creative and knowledgeable and was always professional and highly engaged in our project. When we engaged Phil to design our home we had just bought a small block with constricted building options due to a main sewage pipe running along parts of it. Phil came up with a creative and functional design meeting our brief and taking our thoughts into consideration. Phil managed the project all the way from drafting until we could move in, we felt safe placing our trust in him and the turnout is great. He was thoughtful of our budget and created a great home for us with relatively small means. If we were to make an extension or build a house again we would not hesitate to go to Phil next time as well.

I engaged Philip to design and project manage my garden and balcony renovation. It involved the complete remodelling of the front yard and replacement of the first floor balcony. Challenges were a +1m level difference to the house, privacy issues to the street and the incorporation of a pool in a small space. I found the experience working with Philip to be collaborative and engaging. The outcome addressed all my functional requirements in a way that I wouldn't necessarily have anticipated it but which works really well. My only regret was having to move away from Perth soon after the project was completed and leave the new space (and pool) to the tenants!