History
Allman Johnston Architects took its first commission in 1993 following the partnership of Allman Associates Pty Ltd and Donald Johnston Associates Pty Ltd. After more than 16 years in the Southern Highlands, the practice has successfully handled over 850 projects from a diverse range of building types and has won many awards for its efforts.

Accreditation
  • Heritage Branch of NSW
  • NSW State Property
  • Sustainable Energy Development Authority - Energy Smart Allies Programme
  • Australian Institute of Architects

  • The Architects
    Our team of Architects (including a registered architect, a senior graduate and undergraduate staff) work primarily across the Southern Highlands and regularly attend seminars and participate in continuing education to keep up to date with the inevitable changes of legislation, technology, materials, products and procedures. Our team includes skilled and proficient CAD operators and model-makers. Additional professional staff are available under contract as required.

    Jim Allman
  • Senior Partner/Chartered Architect B.Arch (Hons) UNSW, AIA (Registered Architect No.5155)
  • Jim arrived in the Southern Highlands in 1989 and is well known across the district. Graduating in 1984 from the University of New South Wales, Jim spent two years working as an Architect around the world before returning to Australia to practice. Jim’s experience is rich and diverse, ranging from isolated bush huts to multi-level office buildings. In recent years Jim has specialised in energy efficient buildings suitable to the Highlands environment.
  • Our design ethos
  • Efficient, attentive service
  • Reasonable fees
  • Attention to detail
  • Innovative designs
  • Vast experience in all facets of design construction
  • Established, well regarded reputation.

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