Ashford Group Architects

Ashford Lamaya Architects is an exciting architectural company established in 2023 by long-term Northern Territory locals, architects, and collaborators, Randal Ashford and Irma Lamaya. Randal and Irma first worked together at university, and then in the same architecture firm in the early 2000s. They each established their own successful, award-winning architectural studios, and by 2018 were collaborating again on major projects. Their successful collaborations confirmed just how well they work together, with their shared vision for creating innovative architecture and developing Northern Australia.

In 2023, Randal and Irma decided to combine their experience, professional skills, and supportive teams to form the new company - Ashford Lamaya Architects. The team at Ashford Lamaya Architects prides itself on listening and working with clients to provide excellent service, attention to detail, and exceptional standards. Working collaboratively with consultants and contractors, they achieve the best outcome for each project, taking into account aesthetics, practicality, functionality, budget, authority requirements, constructability, and sustainability.

Our Services

Ashford Lamaya Architects offers a wide range of services, including architectural design work, project management, master planning, and interiors. The team delivers innovative projects across commercial, industrial, educational, government, and residential sectors. With a focus on developing Northern Australia, the team is committed to working on projects that aim to make a difference in the community. From urban design to construction, Ashford Lamaya Architects is dedicated to producing high-quality outcomes that exceed clients' expectations.

Design Philosophy

At Ashford Lamaya Architects, we believe in architectural design that is simple and elegant, deriving inspiration from nature and place, using structure, materials, and technology that create a harmonious relationship between the architecture and the surrounding environment. Our designs are responsive and responsible to the site, the natural environment, and the occupants. We believe that excellent design evolves from the process of research, education, and innovation. Our architectural concepts can be visualised in 3D to bring design projects to life for the client.

What We Do Best

We take pride in delivering innovative and exceptional projects on time and on budget, providing a great experience for our clients. With experience in all phases of architectural design services, including design, project management, contract documentation and construction, we ensure a high-quality design that translates to an exceptional finished product, with care and attention paid from start to finish. Our team of highly experienced tradespersons have won many awards for their custom fit-outs, commercial builds and renovations in remote, regional and metropolitan projects.