Prior to taking up a position as Sailing Administrator at Hobsons Bay Yacht Club, Stephen was the Managing Director of the dwp Melbourne studio and a recognised authority on the strategic planning, design and construction of community facilities. He is an experienced senior architect, with a 30 year track record of successful completion of many large scale community projects throughout Australia and New Zealand. His innovative approach and thorough understanding of masterplanning, feasibility, strategy and operational imperatives is highly sought after by clients for new and existing civic projects.Stephen’s recent experience encompasses the masterplanning and design of a variety of community development projects involving numerous libraries, leisure centres, town centres, schools and other community infrastructure typologies. Stephen was a member of dwp’s National Executive. He is actively involved with the Australian Institute of Architects, Association of Consulting Architects and Property Industry Foundation. He is regularly invited to speak to industry groups and participate in media commentary on the community, sports and aquatic sectors.