Michael Ellis Architects is based in Elwood in Melbourne, Victoria. The studio has extensive experience in Melbourne’s south-east, but also works across metropolitan Melbourne, regional Victoria, Sydney and Perth. Michael Ellis has designed more than 200 buildings during a 19-year career, focussing on pragmatism and artisanship. At the heart of Mr Ellis' designs is a careful consideration of the landscape, and a love of natural materials brought to life through skilled hands.