Director Melonie Bayl-Smith talks to SITE. magazine

In her first substantial interview in more than two years, Bijl Architecture Director and Founder Melonie Bayl-Smith has opened up about the direction of her practice as it moves further into its second decade. Writer Sheridan O'Leary captured a wide-ranging discussion with Melonie in this newly published article for SITE. by Co-Architecture, traversing the topics of practice, education and the ever-changing profession.

In particular, Melonie noted that the practice will move confidently into 2024 with a range of exciting projects across Sydney, the Hunter Region, and the Central Coast, further consolidating the practice's reputation and expertise in designing for tricky sites and challenging briefs.

Read more about where the practice is at, and what drives our passionate Director and team right here.
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