Melissa Bright is owner and founding director of MAKE architecture, an emerging practice that has already gathered a collection of built work that engages in a striking conversation with Melbourne architectural heritage. The practice's work is predominantly in residential builds, alterations and extensions, and demonstrates a careful understanding of occupational use that is complemented by an intrinsic interest in material specificity.

MAKE approaches projects thoughtfully, with the ambition that they do more, offer more – for the client, the neighbourhood and the broader site context. This reflects Mel’s belief that every project is an opportunity to contribute positively to the fabric of its place. Believers in quality not quantity, MAKE looks for delight and efficiencies in design and focus on ways buildings can make our lives better.