Witnessing my projects come to life and actively contributing to communities motivates me to keep innovating and pushing for greater social outcomes.
Ben is a skilled architect who has been designing community health, sports, and recreational facilities for over 15 years. His journey in the field of architecture has been marked by his hard work and dedication, starting at DesignInc as a student and progressing to director in 2023.
With a passion for creating safe and inclusive community spaces, Ben has successfully led the delivery of more than 20 pool and 30 indoor court projects catering to diverse users, from infants to seniors. He understands the importance of incorporating adaptability and flexibility into his designs, ensuring everyone can enjoy the space regardless of their abilities, body types, and cultural sensitivities.
Ben’s expertise in architecture goes beyond designing spaces that resonate with the community. He helps his clients identify value-added opportunities that align with their business objectives. He believes in the transformative power of sports and recreation venues in creating modern community hubs that unite people and bring life to their passion, energy, and connection. For Ben, sports and recreation play a pivotal role in mental health and social sustainability in our society. He aims to empower communities to forge new bonds across multicultural and generational lines by designing spaces that encourage interaction and engagement.
Directors Richard Stafford and Ben Zoontjens are pleased to welcome Sonya Montgomerie and Ben Luppino as new directors for DesignInc Adelaide. The promotions double Adelaide’s directors from two to four. The four Adelaide directors look forward to working together as the Adelaide studio and the broader industry continue to evolve and adapt to new challenges.
A new Community and Recreation Hub will provide individual, social and economic benefits to the people of Mount Gambier.
The world is rediscovering how much we all need to feel belonging, connection and identity. Why is community so important? Community comforts, teaches, shares and unites people.
DesignInc is delighted to announce that Wulanda Recreation + Convention Centre has been recognised in two categories at the 2023 South Australian Architecture Awards, winning Public Architecture and receiving a commendation for Sustainable Architecture.
Wulanda Recreation + Community Centre wins ‘Community Facility of the Year’ at the 2023 Parks and Leisure SA/NT Region Awards of Excellence. The Parks and Leisure Australia Regional Awards of Excellence celebrate the…
DesignInc is proud to announce that we have achieved dual Climate Active certification, which certifies both our Services and Organisation. Currently, DesignInc is the only architecture practice in Australia that holds Climate Active certification for Service.
