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Ashton Raggatt McDougall

ARM is a leading edge design consultancy with a reputation for innovation, scholarship and creativity. We aim to make a real contribution to the business life of our clients by understanding their culture and incorporating into their new environment the ideas which underpin that culture.

For nearly 20 years, ARM has specialised in projects that require the highest level of design thinking and skillful resolution.

From large urban masterplans to exquisite and sensitive interventions, the hallmarks of an ARM project remain the same:

• In-depth research, particularly in local, cultural and urban issues
• Genuine lateral thinking
• Skillful resolution of complex briefs
• Surprising, often unique outcomes
• On time, on budget
• An international profile
• Satisfied clients

ARM are widely recognised for our design work. This recognition is due to our innovative and inspired solutions to complex design problems, often involving sensitive existing conditions. The company strives for maximum impact in hard-working buildings on tight budgets. We are extremely adept at thinking laterally to develop strategies to take best advantage of resources available. We have experience and skills in masterplanning and urban design.

The directors and senior staff are in constant demand to lecture on design theory and practice and are well known for their commitment and ability in this fundamental area of architectural endeavour. In recognition of their contribution to teaching and the profession, directors Howard Raggatt and Ian McDougall have been made Adjunct Professors of Architecture at RMIT University. ARM enjoy a national and international reputation for our design excellence. We have received over 50 design awards in 20 years, including the top Victorian award (the Victorian Architecture Medal) three times – 1990, 1996 and most recently in 2004, for our work on the Shrine Of Remembrance.