Better environments through unique design
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Ari Pitkanen
Design Director
BDSt, BArchStu, BArch

Ari has 25 years’ experience in the architectural profession with experience in
multi-faceted aspects of practice from client liaison, concept design, and project lead to design studio leader roles.

He is motivated to approach every project as an opportunity to explore fundamental architectural design concepts that are sensitive to the making of places with environmental, social and cultural considerations - with a realistic commercial perspective on program and cost.

Ari likes to constantly challenge the standard modus operandi, displaying ingenuity and a fresh outlook on every project.

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Ari is located in our Brisbane studio and works across all MODE studios.