Andrew Grimsdale

Intent on going surfing after he finished school, Andrew nearly missed his calling completely.

Now, Andrew is arguably one of Tasmania’s most experienced architects, with an encyclopedic knowledge to show for it. With a practice spanning several decades across Australia and the UK, Andrew has an enviable knack for large-scale contract management and construction methodologies. He is a fellow of the Australian Institute of Architects, and is recognised for a number of major Tasmanian education, healthcare and heritage design projects. As a dedicated mentor, Andrew also provides invaluable practical assistance to our team of graduates, registered architects and designers.

Andrew’s ideal brief is concise, unambiguous and offers a chance to explore. Adolf Loos' philosophy that 'ornament is a crime' resonates with his minimalist style. He believes in the real life impact of good design, and champions the architect’s role in shaping urban environments. Punk-era London and Chicago, where Andrew reckons even the bad buildings are good, offer particular architectural inspiration.

A keen muso, you’ll find Andrew listening to anything from 16th century choral, to Norwegian black metal, to the best 70s and 80s punk albums.