Kirby Roper
DirectorKirby Architects
As an architect for over 25 years, in residential and institutional/health spheres, I have trademarked lifestageTM design while running a traditional practice and recently launched the separate company @home architecture. @home follows my passion for making architect-designed homes obtainable. Utilising an AI online platform the process of finding a home that excites a home seeker is radically simplified and providing the opportunity for people to come home and feel @home with ease.
At the same time, I am passionate to elevate the role architects play in the design and construction process of homes. I want to help architects reach an untapped demographic of people whilst raising the quality of affordable Australian housing, influencing the market and strengthen the collective architectural voice.
As the secretary for the Association of Consulting Architects (ACA) I hope to encourage our profession to share more, mentor the next generation and assist practices to approach new methods to meet the ongoing and evolving challenges that are ahead. The creation of @home is a response to this, as a platform for all architects offering higher quality, more sustainable, adaptable, and healthier homes to a larger portion of society.
As the co-chair of the Sustainable Architects Forum (SAF), I am passionate about environmental sustainability. I enjoy being involved and learning as part of Rewilding Stonnington, a group which reintroduces indigenous and endemic plants back to the area and creates habitat corridors.
I believe that our urban environment is the framework in which we live and work, and am committed to setting up the next generation for the best possible future.