PlaceMate Architects — Garden Design in St Lucia, QLD

Jan walked into my large 1970s Canberra home with traditional separate rooms on 2 split level floors and was able to see a vision to modernise the design with an inviting entrance, a large kitchen, an integrated living/dining and bifold glass doors for both openness/visibility and separate heating/cooling as well as providing separate living areas for parents and kids. Jan helped me to avoid the domino effect I have run into when I have undertaken renovations elsewhere (without assistance) and not been aware of the impact of changes on other areas. The building process felt well planned and went smoothly with clear drawings to guide the builder. I am delighted with the end result and feel I have my forever home with no regrets from poor or unconsidered choices. Much appreciation and gratitude to Jan every time I entertain friends at the welcoming quartz kitchen bench, relax in the dining room and chill in the family room.

Feb 2026

We would like to thank Jan Hogarth and Daniel Jeffries and the entire Placemate team for bringing our vision for our longed-for family home/ house to life through clever design and execution! From our beautiful old heritage cottage, you helped us make the most of the original art deco features while updating the facade, adding curvy stairs, grand windows, the apex "shed" roof, plus gorgeous new bathrooms and kitchen, beautifully blending heritage with contemporary. We love it! This has been a huge undertaking and we could not have done it without your partnership, patience and pragmatism, and commitment to quality, of course! We trusted you to shepherd us through the process and the result is truly fabulous. For that (and the many VCs), we are so grateful! Thank you!

Jan 2026

Very happy to recommend Jan and her team to anyone who wants a well designed self contained addition to a home. It initially seemed it would be impossible to add a large unit onto our house on a small block. At first we were skeptical that it could be done but with Jan and team the impossible became a reality. We now have a great and practical designed home in which to enjoy. Thank you Jan.

Oct 2025

Jan is fantastic! She is a design genius, extremely friendly, and offers the best advice. You can't go wrong with Place Mate.

July 2024

I cannot recommend Jan and her team highly enough. They understood our needs perfectly and translated them into a beautiful, practical and cost effective design for our new home. Additionally they were able to guide us through the processes of certification, development approval, builder selection and the choice of fixtures and fittings. I would not hesitate to use PlaceMate Architects again.

Oct 2020