Each project is unique. The purpose, the vision, the end user and the life-cycle of the building, all influence the shape and functionality of every curve and design feature of a building’s conceptual development.
The best results come through an immersion process involving the client and architectural team to craft a result that meets all needs and requirements, while also providing the best return on investment.
It’s not often you will work with a team of architects who bestows such energy and significance to your project. At TVS, a director will always be your No.1 contact on your project.
It is with a stronger understanding of human behaviour and social dynamics that TVS will lead the way in the design of living and working environments that engage users at the highest level; meeting their needs seamlessly, and satisfying their emotional desires continually.We will remain learners, taking it to the next level and developing greater mastery to provide clients and communities with buildings they are proud of and long to live or work in.
1947_
Founding of Prangley and Crofts
1953_
1st Design AwardRoyal Australian Institute of Architects – Domestic Metropolitan
Circa 1954 – Mackay Hospital
1958_
Masonite Factory, Eagle Farm
1959_
Gympie Ambulance Station
Building cost was £18,700 (approx. $34,000). Served as Gympie’s ambulance station for 47 years.
1962_
Guardian Assurance House (11 stories)
Bank of NSW, Surfers ParadiseThe Illuminating Engineers Society Qld – Meritorious Lighting Award – Certificate of Commendation – Excellent Lighting Installation
1963_
Award for Guardian Assurance House
Royal Australian Institute of Architects – Commercial Metropolitan
1966_
Pearl Assurance House (17 stories)
One of the tallest buildings of its time after the building height limit in Brisbane was raised in 1961
1970_
Carlton Crest Hotel
Westpac Bank Building
Award for Malley’s Administration Building, Woolloongabba
Royal Australian Institute of Architects – BRONZE MEDAL for Meritorious Architecture
1976_
Award for Girls Dormitory at St. Peters Lutheran College
Royal Australian Institute of Architects – Citation
1977_
Award for Gold Coast Civic Centre – Council ChamberRoyal Australian Institute of Architects – Citation
1979_
Commonwealth Games Weightlifting Centre
1980_
Laurie Truce offered a partnership Maurice Verna offered a partnership
1982_
Henry Street Office
1983_
Peter Justo commenced with the firm
1984_
Mark Urquhart commenced with the firm
1986_
Ansett Airlines – Brisbane Airport
1989_
Firm renamed to The TVS Partnership (Laurie Truce, Maurice Verna & Grahame Shelley)
Award for Henry Street Offices, Spring Hill
BOMA Award (Property Council) – Suburban Office Buildings & Business Parks Category
Commonwealth of Australia Small Business Awards - Non-Manufacturing category – Queensland
1990_
Firm moved to Portman Lane Office
1991_
Michael Kisluk commenced with TVS
1992_
Total Quality Management Award Encouragement Award – Queensland Telecom & Australian Government Small Business Awards Award for Total Quality Management – National
1993_
Australian Quality Awards Small Enterprise Category – National
1994_
Brett Harbourne commenced with TVS
Award for Cedar Crossing, Kenmore
Royal Australian Planning Institute – Award for Excellence – Residential Development Category
1996_
Award for Portman Lane Offices, Spring Hill
BOMA Award (Property Council) – Certificate of merit – Suburban Office Buildings & Business Parks Category
1997_
Griffith Eco CentreAward for La Foresta Townhouses, Bardon
Urban Development Institute of Australia – Queensland Awards for Excellence – Medium Density Housing
1999_
EcHo Residence
2001_
Awards for EcHo Residence, Brookfield
Royal Australian Institute of Architects – Harry Marks Award for Sustainable Architecture
Royal Australian Institute of Architects – Brisbane Region Commendation
Royal Australian Institute of Architects & Courier Mail – People’s Choice Award
2003_
Award for Logan Waste Administration Centre
Master Builders Association – Queensland Award for Ecologically Sustainable Development
2004_
Rivers on the Park
Award for Great Western Super Centre, Keperra
Urban Development Institute of Australia – Queensland Awards for Excellence finalist – Consultant’s Excellence Award
2005_
Viret, Clayfield
Award for 743 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley
Design Institute of Australia – National Interior Design Award for Best Ecologically Sustainable Interior
2006_
Award for Pavilion Motor Inn, Wagga Wagga
Design Institute of Australia – National Interior Design Award finalist for Best Ecologically Sustainable Interior
Award for Viret, Clayfield
Urban Development Institute of Australia – Queensland Awards for Excellence finalist – Consultant’s Excellence Award
2008_
Awards for The Village Centre, Kelvin Grove
Urban Development Institute of Australia – Queensland Awards for Excellence – Mixed Use Development
Urban Development Institute of Australia – Queensland Awards for Excellence – President’s Award
2009_
Peter Justo recommenced with TVS
2010_
Firm relocated to Leichhardt St office, Spring Hill
Hamon Centre University of Queensland Gatton - 300 seat auditorium
2012_
Firm began trading as TVS Architects
Award for Park Avenue Hotel, Rockhampton
Royal Australian Institute of Architects – Commendation – Central Qld Region
Cricket Australia – Centre of Excellence, Albion
2015_
Antoinette Kisluk commenced with TVS
Award for Link Portside WharfUrban Development Institute of Australia - Queensland
Award for ExcellenceConsultant’s Excellence
2016_
Award for Gladstone State High School – Year 7 Block
Australian Institute of Architects – Commendation – Central Qld Region
2017_
Michael Kisluk appointed Managing Director
Brett Harbourne appointed Directors
2020_
Connor Tselepis and Chris Zietsch commenced with TVS
2021_
Sin Toh, Linh Nguyen, Justine Furet, Emerson Roqica and Dana Bell commend with TVS
2022_
Antoinette Kisluk and Chris Zietsch appointed as Associates
Fay Wang and Shelley McRae commenced with TVS