Archterra. Paul O'Reilly, was graduated from Curtin University in 1995 and has worked in both small and large architectural firms in Perth, Broome, Darwin and Margaret River during his 20 year career.
A stint as a carpenters offsider following graduation gave him a keen insight into the construction side of the profession and in 2007 he began living the Margaret River 'dream' by first building and then living (and working) in a shed whilst constructing his own house. This 'hands on' approach helps maintain a focus on build-ability and economy of construction.
A desire to steer clear of the corporate architecture world led to 7 years working in Australia's tropical north, including 5 working in indigenous community architecture. This experience provided Paul with an invaluable understanding of design that responds to both the local climate and context and is evident in all of archterra's projects.
Paul has travelled thru Japan, the United States and New Zealand to study the local architecture and uses this experience to inform his design approach. When not being an Architect, Paul spends time hanging out and travelling with his kids, mountain biking, and looking after the family's cattle.
Paul has been a registered architect in Western Australia since 1997 and is a member of the Australian Institute of Architects. He also makes a pretty good butter chicken curry.
