Photos by Mark Munro.

Leon Lopata is a registered architect and interior designer who graduated from RMIT in 1995. Since graduation, Leon has worked for a number of prestigious Melbourne architectural firms that include Bates Smart and McGauran Giannini Soon. During this time Leon built up his skills and experience by undertaking an array of Residential and Commercial projects.

In February 2013 Leon established Leon Lopata Architects and since then has specialised in both Medical Specialists and Residential Architectural and Interior Design projects. In addition to this, Leon has developed an expertise and professional interest in mid-century (1950's,60's and 70's) domestic and commercial architecture. In April, 2013 Leon authored an article published in the PRW magazine that discusses the beauty and importance of mid-century buildings in Melbourne.

For more than 10 years, Leon has developed an in-depth understanding and skill in assisting many Medical Specialists, to establish themselves in private practice. This has included all levels of architectural procurement from initial Design Conception and Town Planning to Interior Design and beyond.  

Leon’s architectural and interior design projects have been widely published. A Residential project in Airey’s Inlet, Victoria was featured in ‘Houses’ Magazine ( Issue 40, On the Ocean Road pp90-95) and again in the book ‘100 Top Houses from Down Under’ (Images Publishing Edited by Robyn Beaver, Airey’s House pp13-15). Also a Commercial office fit-out project for the market research company The Leading Edge was published in ‘Artichoke’ magazine (Issue 12 pp63-64). In addition to this, Leon’s architectural work has featured in international design publications such as the Japanese Nagoya Design Competition catalogue.

Leon has an interest in new building technologies and is keen to undertake projects of all scales including new buildings and refurbishments..