Built for Developers, By Design
SQM Architects was founded with a simple observation: most architecture firms don't speak developer. They lead with design aesthetics, material choices, and spatial experiences. Meanwhile, developers are asking about yields, margins, and approval timelines.
We decided to bridge that gap. From day one, we've structured our practice around the metrics that actually matter to property developers—ROI, GDV, development margins, and council approval rates.
"We'll tell you honestly if your project doesn't stack up financially. We've walked away from projects that don't work—and saved developers from costly mistakes."
This commercial focus has made us Melbourne's go-to practice for developers who want an architect who thinks like they do. Our clients come back project after project because we deliver what we promise: successful developments, approved efficiently.
