S T U D I O
Winter Architecture is an award winning practice, established in 2016 and based in Melbourne, with projects across Victoria, New South Wales and Tasmania. Our work is grounded in a deep respect for the natural world, with each design emerging from a considered understanding of site, landscape and context.
We approach architecture as a sensory experience, attentive to the tactile qualities of materials, the interplay of light and shadow, and the subtle shaping of space that influences how people feel and move. Every project is a balance of simplicity and meaning, with each detail carefully crafted to evoke a sense of calm, permanence and connection.
Our aim is to create spaces that resonate deeply with their users, fostering an enduring relationship between people, place and time. At the heart of our practice is a guiding belief: design, practice and building should aspire to simplicity, clarity and quality.
P R O C E S S
We work closely and sensitively with our clients, guiding each project from early ambition through to realised form. Our process is defined by two clear stages.
The Vision stage uncovers and defines the functional, spatial and aesthetic direction for your project. Through careful dialogue and analysis, we establish a concept that reflects your needs and the character of the site.
The Realisation stage develops this concept into a resolved, buildable design. We refine details, coordinate with consultants and oversee documentation, ensuring the project is delivered with precision and clarity.
T E S T I M O N I A L S
“There’s always a smoothness to a project’s program when working with Winter Architecture. Their organised practice management style and professionalism is strengthened by their willingness to engage their clients and keep momentum over long periods of time. This positive process influences everyone’s experience, from my own to their client’s.”
— Kelly Royle, Landscape Architect
“Paired with their strong vision for a project, Winter Architecture’s flexibility welcomes my skills. This process is quite rare and is deeply rewarding for me as a passionate designer.”
— Valentin Tinc, Joiner
P E O P L E
Jean Graham is the Founding Director and Principal Architect of Winter Architecture, a distinguished, award-winning practice located in Melbourne and the Surf Coast — on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri and Wadawurrung peoples of the Kulin Nation. Renowned for a calm, refined architectural approach, Jean and her team of skilled designers create bespoke residences and developments that embody timeless elegance, meticulous craftsmanship, and a deep connection to place.
Holding honours degrees in Architecture and Construction Management, Jean is a registered architect across Victoria, Tasmania, and New South Wales. Winter Architecture has earned national and international acclaim, notably for the multi-award-winning Bermagui Beach House — a thoughtfully crafted home situated on the beautiful coastline of the Sapphire Coast in New South Wales, exemplifying the practice’s commitment to considered design and material refinement.
The practice is dedicated to designing elegant, tranquil environments that foster meaningful connections and lasting wellbeing. Each project is shaped by a thoughtful interplay of light, materials, and proportion, reflecting a commitment to quality, detail, and enduring value.
Jean also serves as an Associate Teaching Fellow at Deakin University and contributes to the profession through design juries, panels, and mentoring.
Director
Jean Graham
Registered Architect with ARBV 2011
TAS 2016 & NSW 2016
B.Arch (hons) 2007
B.Const.Mgmt (hons) 2007