People
At studio nine, we have gathered a group of practitioners who all share one belief: architecture isn't just about buildings. It's about how those buildings interact with people and the world around them.
It is also why we believe in diversity. As every person is unique, so are their needs. So within one practice, we have different architects who bring different skills and different sensibilities to different clients. In other words, their own unique expression of architecture. We look forward to seeing the expression it puts on your face.
The directors of Studio Nine
David Ey
David is fascinated with creating unique habitation for individuals: simply pleasant places to exist in. David starts every job with a sketch pad. The free hand and the blank canvas motivated by inspiration.
- Building Technicians Certificate - Institute of Technology (1971)
- Bachelor of Architecture - University of South Australia (1995)
- Registered Architect - Architects Board of South Australia (1996)
- Associate of the Royal Australian Institute of Architects (1997)
John Galluccio
John's analytical approach identifies problems and interprets a responsive architectural solution. John has a knack of making difficult concepts understandable.
- Bachelor of Architecture - Honours - 1986 (University of Adelaide)
- Bachelor of Architectural Studies - 1983 (University of Adelaide)
- Registered Architect - Architects Board of South Australia (1989)
- Associate of the Royal Australian Institute of Architects (1989)
Andrew Vorrasi
Andrew is a walking encyclopedia on the technical side of architecture and building. Procedures, processes and organisation are his strong suit - no matter whether he's working out the layout for a massive commercial or industrial project, or a domestic kitchen.
- Bachelor of Architecture - Honours - 1985 (University of Adelaide)
- Registered Architect - Architects Board of South Australia (1988)
- Associate of the Royal Australian Institute of Architects (1988)
- Fellow of the Royal Australian Institute of Architects (2006)
- President of the Royal Australian Institute of Architects (SA chapter - 2007 - current)
Tony Zappia
Tony is passionate about his clients and his craft. He is always looking for a bigger picture. How will this design work in context with its neighbours and its environment? How can he push the possibilities of the site and the structure to the absolute limit? It all informs Tony's work in resolving the complete design.
- Bachelor of Architecture - Honours - 1992 (University of South Australia)
- Registered Architect - Architects Board of South Australia (1995)
- Associate of the Royal Australian Institute of Architects (1996)