We are a global creative collective with a shared vision to be smarter, more creative and better for the planet. Australian at heart, we have studios in Sydney, Brisbane, London and New York. Our work is underpinned by the things we care about, which we call our tenets. Our tenets are:

- Towards Net Positive
- Designing with Country
- Neighbourhood Making
- Radical Adaptation
- Elastic Work

BVN Culture - ‘The Secret Sauce’
BVN was named one of the top 10 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work 2022 and awarded the 2019 Best in Practice Prize (NSW) by the Australian Institute of Architects. The AIA commended BVN’s progressive approach to workplace culture and noted our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and leadership-driven change. Policies like research time, flexible work, parental leave, and profit sharing are available to all staff, junior and senior.

We foster a learning environment and support career growth at every level. Our culture champions collective creativity, inclusion and diversity, with strong support for women in leadership—five of our Principals, including Co-CEO Ali Bounds, are women. Our BVN Pride Network supports LGBTQIA+ staff, their families, and allies, and it helps shape a more aware and inclusive culture through lived experience and shared insight.

Benefits - 'The Good Stuff'

We put people first and know that a well-balanced life leads to more meaningful work. In a fast-paced, interconnected world, the need for wellness, diversity and inclusion has never been more important. That’s why we constantly evolve the BVN experience—striving for better balance and creating a respectful, supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

‘The Good Stuff’ is our set of guidelines that help make this real—from flexible work and research time to hybrid studio hours (we ask for 50% of your time in person) and two volunteering days a year to give back and reconnect. It’s all part of the secret sauce that makes BVN, BVN.
We’re curious and encourage everyone to contribute their ideas and skills—your voice matters here.

We welcome everyone and are committed to building a workplace where access, opportunity and support are part of everyday life—for every person at every level.