Studio : IMA

Profile

Established in 2003, Interlandi Mantesso Architects is a design studio that brings together many years of experience and vision for creating and crafting innovative environments.

As a boutique design studio that practices across a diverse spectrum of project types and scales, we pride ourselves on creating innovative and original architecture that stands the test of time.

Our team of highly skilled professionals are creative and exceptionally dedicated to tackle the unique opportunities and challenges presented. Our carefully balanced composition of experience and youth gives us the ability to respond with a personal touch for all project types, whether large scale commercial projects or intimate residential briefs.

Creative

With the uniqueness of every project’s client, site, budget, program and aspirations, IMA is continuously searching for the best design solution that provides a robust and paramount seed to successful design outcomes. Our rigorous design processes lead to unique architectural outcomes within operational and financial parameters.

Sustainability

Sustainable Environmental and Socially responsible outcomes are at the forefront of modern day design responsibilities. IMA informs every sustainable decision with the rigorous assessment of value, integration and outcome that has a lasting impact to the future of the building industry.

Collaborative

We recognise and are proud of our highly collaborative processes gained over many years. We listen and share ideas, experience and knowledge with our clients, colleagues and consultants that enrich the process and needs of every unique project, resulting in the optimum built outcome.

Innovation

IMA tirelessly search for innovative solutions to complex problems. Our rigorous exploration of concepts, technologies, software and processes inform our design solutions. Our commitment to forefront technologies and philosophies enables pioneering solutions for the benefit of our communities and client.

Client Focused

With every project we are committed to successfully realising our client’s vision. IMA’s primary focus is on establishing a resilient client relationship based on mutual trust and clear communication. We pride ourselves on professionally managing client’s expectations, meeting time and cost constraints.

Robert Ficarra

Bachelor of Architecture (Honors)

Deakin University

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Robert has over 35 years of experience in the profession, including interstate and international positions. He is a founding director of Interlandi Mantesso Architects.

Robert is an active client liaison personality, building and maintaining professional relationships to all valued clients. He is an active facilitator ensuring productivity is maintained at the highest level. Delivering quality architectural outcomes remains high on his priority list.

John Mantesso

Bachelor of Architecture

University of Melbourne

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Having graduated from Melbourne University in 1981, John founded an architectural practice which by the mid 1980’s had grown to a substantial number of projects in the retail and commercial sectors.

Besides his extensive experience in a broad range of projects including residential, commercial, healthcare and retail, John excels in quality hospitality related projects throughout Victoria and across Australia.

With his long and continuing involvement in Victoria’s alpine region, John has successfully completed some of the finest snow field developments, both at Mount Buller and at Mount Hotham.

Anthony Pintaudi

Bachelor of Architecture

Curtin University

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Passionate about design and the built environment, Anthony brings  an honest and inquisitive approach to design. After more than two decades in the industry, his knowledge is the synthesis of years of experience which combines his pragmatic approach and innovative solutions.

Having an extensive portfolio of successful projects across Australia and overseas, his experience spans across a collection of commercial, residential, hospitality, modular and urban design projects.

Anthony enjoys working closely with clients bringing their ideas and aspirations to life, whilst achieving the optimal outcome for their project.