Over three decades, CHADA has become the number one interior architecture practice specialising in the hotel and leisure industries in Australia and the Pacific Rim. Our projects range from hotels and resorts to casinos, country and golf clubs and spas, as well as premium residential projects, corporate offices & aged care facilities.
We know that we can’t afford to rest on our laurels. Our reputation was hard won and we will continue to prove that we are worthy of it, every day, with every client and on every new project.
Rick Whalley
PARTNER / DIRECTOR
Rick has an overview of all projects and ensures that the design direction remains within a client’s brief. His extensive knowledge of hotel operations as well as his innate sense of workable design allows him to provide unique masterplanning skills and creative planning solutions for [CHADA] projects. Rick enjoys interacting with clients and other project consultants to guarantee the best technical and creative outcome.
Diploma in Interior Design
RMIT, Victoria.
Designer/Associate
Dale Keller & Associates
Hong Kong (7 years)
Associate
Chada, Siembieda & Associates
Hong Kong (3 years)
Juliet Ashworth
PARTNER / CREATIVE DIRECTOR
creation of the overall design concepts and to ensure
the implementation of the design remains true to the
original vision. Juliet has assembled a team of designers,
choosing the best from around the world, who share
her vision and passion for interiors. She has a strong
understanding of hotel brands across many cultures.
Masters, International Development
Deakin University, Victoria
Bachelor in Communications
London University of Arts
Editor-in-chief
Vogue Magazines
Editor-in-Chief
Australian Consolidated Press
Delegate, Federal Government’s
2020 Conference
Creative Australia, Canberra
Television Judge, Channel Seven, Instant Hotel
Juliet Ashworth
PARTNER / CREATIVE DIRECTOR
As Creative Director, Juliet is responsible for the creation of the overall design concepts and to ensure the implementation of the design remains true to the original vision.
Juliet has assembled a team of designers, choosing the best from around the world, who share her vision and passion for interiors. She has a strong understanding of hotel brands across many cultures.
Masters, International Development
Deakin University, Victoria
Bachelor in Communications
London University of Arts
Editor-in-chief
Vogue Magazines
Editor-in-Chief
Australian Consolidated Press
Delegate, Federal Government’s
2020 Conference
Creative Australia, Canberra
Television Judge, Channel Seven, Instant Hotel
Jericho Lunario
SENIOR ASSOCIATE
He leads the design development, documentation and
and consultants involved with the project.
Bachelor of Science in Architecture,
University of the Philippines – Diliman
Registered and Licensed Architect – Philippines
Kirsty Ludbrook
BRAND DIRECTOR
Kirsty Ludbrook is an award-winning creative director who is leading the charge with a holistic approach to lifestyle hotel design.
As Brand Director at CHADA, Kirsty believes that the two disciplines of brand and interiors are inextricably woven. She craft’s brand identities that activate the hotel narrative through the digital environment, wayfinding, retail, and brand touchpoints.
Kirsty’s 25 years of experience building fashion, lifestyle and wellness brands gives her a unique perspective which challenges traditional ‘hotel think’.
“We engaged [CHADA] to design the interiors of SKYE Green Square on the basis of their strong brand identity, reputation and willingness to deliver a functional and upscale hotel design statement. The result has been an outstanding success”.
Wayne Taranto — Director of Hotels & Suites, Crown Group
Past Projects
ASIA
Westin Sohna
India, 2014-2016
Four Points, Changchun
China, 2013-2015
Westin Bekal Resort & Spa, Kerala
India, (Concept 2013)
Intercontinental, Dhaka
Bangladesh, 2013-2018
Fraser Suites, Jakarta
Indonesia, 2012-2014
Sari Pan Pacific, Jakarta
Indonesia, 2013-2016
Pan Pacific Singapore
Singapore, 2012
Cineaste Hotel Beijing
China, 2010-2012
Intercontinental COEX Seoul
Korea, 2009-2011
Westin Shenzhen
China, 2010
Park Hyderabad
India, 2010
ANA Intercontinental Resort & Spa
Ishigaki Island, Japan (Concept 2010)
Westin Trust Tower, Sendai
Japan, 2010
Westin Mumbai
India, 2009
Westin Hyderabad
India, 2009
Westin Resort & Spa Gurgaon, Delhi
India, 2008
Westin Gurgaon, Delhi
India, 2010
Hotel Intercontinental Seoul
China, 1994-1996
Hotel Intercontinental
Hong Kong, 2001-2003
Le Meridien Bali Nirwana Resort
Tanah Lot, Bali 1996
Le Meridien Taipei
Taiwan, 1999
AUSTRALIA
Pan Pacific, Melbourne
Victoria, 2017-2018
Hyatt Regency, Sydney
New South Wales, 2016-2018 (Guestroom wing 200 rooms New Build)
The William Inglis Hotel, Sydney
New South Wales, 2016-2018
Summitcare, Baulkham Hills
New South Wales, 2016-2017
Intercontinental, Perth
Western Australia, 2015-2018
Mill Point Road, Perth
Western Australia, (Concept 2015)
The Star Sydney ‘Harvest Buffet’
New South Wales, 2015
Marriott Vacation Club, Gold Coast
Queensland, 2015-2016
Intercontinental Perth
Western Australia, 2015-2016
Taronga Wildlife Retreat
New South Wales, 2015-2019
Swissotel Sydney
New South Wales, 2013-2015
Quay Apartments Sydney
New South Wales, 2012-2013
Sails in the Desert Ayers Rock
Northern Territory, 2011-2012
Swissôtel Sydney
New South Wales, 2011
Marriott Brisbane
Queensland, 2010-2011
Marriott Sydney
New South Wales, 2010
Marriott Melbourne
Victoria, 2010
Karedis Residence Mosman
New South Wales, 2010
The Windsor Hotel Melbourne
Victoria, (Concept 2009)
Saffire Freycinet
Tasmania, 2010
Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa,
Blue Mountains, 2009
Park Hyatt Sydney
New South Wales, 2003-2004
Hotel Intercontinental Sydney
New South Wales, 2003-2004
Hilton Sydney
New South Wales, 2003-2005
Marriott North Ryde
New South Wales, 2004
Hyatt Coolum Resort
Queensland, 2004-2006
Darling Island Apartments Sydney
New South Wales, 2002
Elysia-Golden Door Health Retreat
Hunter Valley, 2004
Golden Door Willowvale
Queensland, 2002
Golden Door Day Spa at Cypress Lakes
Hunter Valley, 1999
Hotel Intercontinental Sydney
Newe South Wales, 1992-1994 & 2002
Sheraton on the Park Sydney
New South Wales, 2001-2003
AUSTRALIA
Spa Chakra at The Wharf Sydney
New South Wales, 2001
Delahunty Apartment Sydney
New South Wales, 2001
RACV – Club of the Future Melbourne
Victoria, 2003-2004
Cutler Residence Mosman, Sydney
New South Wales, 1999
W Hotel Sydney
The Wharf at Woolloomooloo
New South Wales, 1999
Hayman Resort, Whitsunday Islands
Queensland, 1998-2002
The Westin Sydney
New South Wales, 1999
Grace Forum Hotel Sydney
New South Wales, 1997
Carlton Crest Hotel Sydney
New South Wales, 1997
Novotel Palm Cove
Queensland, 1996
Concorde Hotel Surfers Paradise
Queensland, 1996
The Reef Casino Hotel Cairns
Queensland, 1995
Cypress Lakes Resort Hunter Valley
New South Wales, 1995-1999
Le Meridien Melbourne
Victoria, 1993
The Anchorage Port Stephens
Queensland, 1992
Nikko Darling Harbour Sydney
New South Wales, 1991
Twin Waters Resort
Queensland, 1990
Ramada Reef Resort
Queensland, 1987
The Australian Golf Club
New South Wales 1986
Perth Parkroyal Hotel
Western Australia, 1997-1998
Cairns Parkroyal
Queensland, 1988
Hilton Melbourne Airport
Victoria, 1999
Hilton Sydney
New South Wales, 1988-1999
Hilton Adelaide
South Australia, 1987 & 1997-1999
Hilton Cairns
Queensland, 1987
Hilton Perth Parmelia, Perth
Western Australia, 1987 & 1997-1998
Hilton Brisbane
Queensland, 1986 & 1998
The Windsor Hotel Melbourne
Victoria, 1987 & 1994
Conrad International Hotel & Jupiters Casino
Queensland, 1986
Hyatt Kingsgate Sydney
New South Wales, 1985
Old Sydney Inn
New South Wales, 1984
Regent of Sydney
New South Wales, 1983 & 1989
PACIFIC
Marriott Momi Bay
Fiji, 2013-2017
Hilton Auckland
New Zealand, 2014-2016
Intercontinental Wellington
New Zealand, 2013-2014
Shangri La Hotel Fiji
Fiji, 2012-2014
Le Meridien Ile des Pins
New Caledonia, 2010-2014
Le Meridien Nouméa
New Caledonia, 2010-2014
Sheraton Deva Resort & Spa
New Caledonia, 2010-2014
Westin Resort & Spa
Fiji, 2006
SkyCity Grand Hotel Auckland
New Zealand, 2003-2004
Hotel Intercontinental Wellington
New Zealand, 2002
Carlton Auckland Hotel
New Zealand, 1997
Le Meridien Noumea
New Caledonia, 1994
Kingsgate Queenstown
New Zealand, 1993-1994
Kingsgate Christchurch
New Zealand, 1993
Denarau Island Golf & Racquet Club
Fiji, 1992
The Hermitage Mt Cook
New Zealand, 1991
Pan Pacific Auckland
New Zealand, 1990
Regent of Auckland
New Zealand, 1985
Hyatt Kingsgate Rotorua
New Zealand, 1984 & 1991
Hyatt Kingsgate Auckland
New Zealand, 1984
“We wanted to create a resort where guests could feel pampered and yet feel as if they were coming home. To be able to capture this essence is very rare indeed and [CHADA] has managed to do just that. They have been with us since the inception and have travelled the distance displaying exceptional insight into what we as the client were looking for; to create Australia’s premier luxury resort”.
Joost Heymeijer — Wolgan Valley, One & Only Resort & Spa
Our Services
Masterplanning –
schematic area planning, establishment of initial budgets, brief development, planning reports
Space planning –
project briefing, operator briefing, hotel room mix, furniture plans (all areas)
Concept –
elevations / sections, finalise furniture layouts, colour & finishes selection, FFE selection / design, FFE budget estimate, concept presentation boards
Documentation –
working drawings (fixed finishes), furniture drawings (FF&E), artwork/object d’Art selection, colour & material specifications
Inspections –
mockup/prototype room inspections, sub-contractor factory inspections, furniture inspections, preparation of defects lists/reports
Styling –
top of table items, bed/bath linen, guestroom consumables, object d’Art placement, prototype room/apartment styling
Chada Ethical Design
Sustainability –
CHADA is committed to the ongoing improvement of our sustainable design practice. As leaders in the design industry, we are actively educating ourselves to become more environmentally proactive and to seek genuine sustainable solutions for our interior projects. We take a holistic approach to achieving authentic interior designs which are both environmentally and financially sustainable, and promote happiness and well-being for the long term.
Modern Slavery
CHADA is committed to ongoing support of ethical work practices and measures to address modern slavery. We are increasing our awareness of modern slavery risks and potential impacts across our supply chains and specifications. We will continue to seek advice from our suppliers on their anti-modern slavery policies and practices.
Sustainability Manager, Wendy Finnegan, is leading the CHADA team in developing sustainability initiatives.