Meet the Team
Dean Picken
OWNER
Dean began his design and construction career at age 16, moving to Melbourne to study and gain experience with reputable Australian design firms, including INARC Architects, before starting his own practice. Specialising in sustainable commercial and residential projects, Dean’s mission is to provide a boutique service driven by innovation and quality outcomes. Passionate about coastal architecture, Dean has designed and built his own 8-star Green Building Council of Australia rated home.
Dechlan Picken
PROJECT MANAGER
Growing up surrounded by the building and design industry, Dechlan brings a business qualification, and several years’ experience in accounting and project management to his role with Designers by Nature. Dechlan handles the “Pre-Design” stage as well as the office management, helping to support the team to ensure all projects are delivered on time and to budget. Dechlan has just finished designing and building his own 8.5 star energy rated home with cost effective solutions that still allowed a great design outcome.