ESD principles incorporated into the design need to reflect the performance criteria appropriate for the building and the aspirations of the client. The brief incorporating ESD principles, can be developed through discussions with IMA so that initiatives are appropriate, valuable, and integrated; and where suitable factored into the design and thus protected for future implementation.

At IMA, our most successful projects are achieved when we have a strong working collaboration with the client to ensure that the operational and functional objectives are met or exceeded, and the client’s aspirations are expressed in the architecture.

IMA recognises that our abilities lie in the knowledge base gained over many years from numerous projects. Key personnel are resourced to provide input into specific projects as required. IMA are able to produce high-profile signature buildings, but we understand that project has different priorities and strengths. We work closely with the client to develop a brief that accommodates their specific needs. Often, there might be various ways a scheme can successfully synthesise the myriad of functional requirements together, so we will provide the client with different options.

IMA has a reputation for assisting to obtain planning consent in difficult situations by working creatively with sensitive sites. Much of our work in Melbourne deals with areas of special planning control, including conservation areas and listed buildings. We have in-depth experience of consultations and negotiations with a wide range of statutory and advisory bodies. Given that buildings are frequently subject to financial constraints, the client’s budgetary restrictions are considered at the outset of a project. We are experienced in handling modest budgets which very often have complex briefs.