Meet the Perfect Practice team
Founder and visionary leader, Lester has 30 years construction industry experience. Dedicated to providing a new level of client-centric service, Lester shares his invaluable expertise to design and build truly exceptional healthcare practices. Away from work, you’ll find Lester relaxing with family or heading outdoors to fish, kayak or swim.
Lester Arnot
Founder & CEO
Riyaz has over 27 years architectural and design experience, working on a range of projects in Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. Leading our design team, Riyaz is quick to understand each client’s priorities and transform these into stunning, functional designs. A keen hiker and cyclist, Riyaz also enjoys a round of golf on weekends.
Riyaz Bhada
Head of Design
A vibrant and enthusiastic Senior Project Manager, with 28 years’ experience in Design and Construction, specialising in medical and dental fit outs. Mark draws on his positive attitude and motivation to create a workplace which is focused on completing each project to the highest standard, striving to exceed client expectations with each new project.
Mark Bennellick
Head of Pre-Construction
Client-focused and solutions-driven, Peter has worked at Perfect Practice since its inception. With 20 years industry experience, he excels in capturing each client’s vision and developing tailored strategies to ensure the best outcome is always achieved. A keen outdoor cook, Peter loves nothing more than spending time with his children.
Peter Arnot
Managing Director
With over ten years healthcare experience, Dean is adept at delivering tailored projects that reach beyond our clients’ expectations. A critical thinker, Dean is passionate about providing unique solutions to ensure our clients always achieve their goals. On weekends, Dean enjoys spending time with family and cooking up a storm on the BBQ.
Dean Arnot
Director, Head of Client Relations
With over 20 years in the Marketing sector across a range of industries, Anita brings a dynamic analytical and creative approach. Her extensive experience developing brands and managing through the line marketing strategies fuels her passion for innovative, honest creative that delivers exceptional results. Solutions focused and an advocate for data-driven and informed strategic business planning, in her downtime Anita enjoys tech-free time to soak up sunsets and quality time with her family.
Anita Mattingly
Head of Marketing
With over 25 years in Executive Administration, Caroline looks after our Managing Director and heads up our People & Culture division. She is a results focussed person who delivers talent acquisition and retention, and works hard to maintain a culture that Perfect Practice is proud of. She believes in the strength of our most valuable asset – our people, and is dedicated to motivating employees to realise their full potential and bring their best to the job.
Caroline Wright
Head of People & Culture
An analytical thinker and problem-solver, Matt has 12 years of experience with Perfect Practice in a variety of roles. He understands the detail behind a successful healthcare project and is constantly looking to improve systems and processes to do things better. On weekends Matt enjoys bushwalks, mountain biking, and picnics with family and friends.
Matt Dalziel
Head of Finance
With over ten years healthcare experience, Dean is adept at delivering tailored projects that reach beyond our clients’ expectations. A critical thinker, Dean is passionate about providing unique solutions to ensure our clients always achieve their goals. On weekends, Dean enjoys spending time with family and cooking up a storm on the BBQ.
Dean Arnot
Director, Head of Client Relations
With over 25 years in Executive Administration, Caroline looks after our Managing Director and heads up our People & Culture division. She is a results focussed person who delivers talent acquisition and retention, and works hard to maintain a culture that Perfect Practice is proud of. She believes in the strength of our most valuable asset – our people, and is dedicated to motivating employees to realise their full potential and bring their best to the job.
Caroline Wright
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Riyaz has over 27 years architectural and design experience, working on a range of projects in Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. Leading our design team, Riyaz is quick to understand each client’s priorities and transform these into stunning, functional designs. A keen hiker and cyclist, Riyaz also enjoys a round of golf on weekends.
Riyaz Bhada
Head of Design
With over 20 years in the Marketing sector across a range of industries, Anita brings a dynamic analytical and creative approach. Her extensive experience developing brands and managing through the line marketing strategies fuels her passion for innovative, honest creative that delivers exceptional results. Solutions focused and an advocate for data-driven and informed strategic business planning, in her downtime Anita enjoys tech-free time to soak up sunsets and quality time with her family.
Anita Mattingly
National Marketing Manager
An analytical thinker and problem-solver, Matt has 12 years of experience with Perfect Practice in a variety of roles. He understands the detail behind a successful healthcare project and is constantly looking to improve systems and processes to do things better. On weekends Matt enjoys bushwalks, mountain biking, and picnics with family and friends.
Matt Dalziel
Systems & IT Manager
A vibrant and enthusiastic Senior Project Manager, with 28 years’ experience in Design and Construction, specialising in medical and dental fit outs. Mark draws on his positive attitude and motivation to create a workplace which is focused on completing each project to the highest standard, striving to exceed client expectations with each new project.
Mark Bennellick
National Pre-Construction Manager
A perfectionist at heart, Olivia provides unwavering support to our sales team, ensuring they have the resources needed to provide a high level of service to prospective clients. Passionate and positive, Olivia is always ready to help and loves sharing our wins. Away from work, you’ll find Olivia having fun with family and friends… or shopping!
Olivia Wilson
Sales Coordinator
Annette has over 30 years design knowledge and styling experience. Passionate about colour, textiles and finishes, Annette is always discovering new products and incorporating them into our designs to create well-resolved finishes for our clients. She also delights in getting lost in a good book and spending time with family and friends.
Annette Vains
Design Associate & Stylist
Thomas has over 32 years experience in international architecture. Having worked in Abu Dhabi, San Francisco and Australia, Thomas has unrivalled expertise in delivering cutting-edge design. He is passionate, detail-orientated and dedicated to exceeding client expectations. In his downtime, you’ll find Thomas relaxing with friends and family.
Thomas Low
Senior Designer
With 25 years experience in commercial, residential and interior architecture in Australia and Asia, Russel is at the forefront of modern design. A healthcare design specialist, Russel is exceptional at converting client concepts into structural drawings. He is also a music lover and is unable to refuse the challenge of an obstacle course race.
Russel Bituin
Designer
With 11 years experience in healthcare design, Allan continuously pushes the boundaries in design and visualisation. Managing our documentation team, Allan developed our 3D imagery and virtual reality technology, enabling clients to clearly envision their future practice. An avid hiker and car aficionado, Allan also loves trying new cuisines.
Allan Hughes
Senior Design Consultant
With a passion for excellence in design and construction, Grant has been a designer for 35 years. Having worked on a range of significant projects, Grant is exceptional at delivering design solutions that exceed client expectations –within the desired timeframe and budget. Outside of work, Grant spends his time at outdoor markets with his wife.
Grant Macklin
Senior Designer & Consultant
With 38 years experience in the building industry, Jim has been a licenced builder since 1993 and holds a structural fit-out licence. He is a certified Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma and works closely with our tradespeople and staff to ensure 100% quality compliance. A proud grandfather of seven, outside of work Jim loves getting outdoors.
Jim Arnot
QA Compliance Manager
Tim Dawson
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Liaising closely with clients and our team, Mark ensures each project is delivered seamlessly. With over 25 years building experience, Mark is a great communicator, has an exceptional eye for detail and understands how to best optimise each healthcare space. On weekends, you’ll find Mark restoring a motorbike or refurbishing classic furniture.
Mark Scholes
Project Manager
An integral member of our construction team, David has over 15 years experience in delivering projects to the highest standard. Combining his vast knowledge with his excellent management and collaboration skills, David thrives on exceeding our clients’ expectations. An adventurer at heart, David is also a keen 4 wheel driver and outdoor cook.
David Crutcher
Project Manager
Patrick is a committed member of the Sydney team that’s dedicated to exceeding his client’s expectations and creating a seamless and enjoyable project experience. An excellent listener, Patrick ensures he understands his client’s vision and requirements to provide a unique solution that meets the client’s needs. Outside of work, Patrick enjoys exploring the outdoors and spending time with family and friends.
Patrick Arnot
Head of Partnerships & Consulting
With 27 years experience in commercial, residential and interior architecture in Australia and Asia, Russel is at the forefront of modern design. A healthcare design specialist, Russel is exceptional at converting client concepts into structural drawings. He is also a music lover and is unable to refuse the challenge of an obstacle course race.
Russel Bituin
Designer
An integral member of our construction team, David has over 15 years experience in delivering projects to the highest standard. Combining his vast knowledge with his excellent management and collaboration skills, David thrives on exceeding our clients’ expectations. An adventurer at heart, David is also a keen 4 wheel driver and outdoor cook.
David Crutcher
Project Manager
Lachlan is a committed member of the Sales Team dedicated to capturing indivdual client visions, and exceeding their expectations with a seamless fitout experience and an end result they can be proud of. Lachlan is an energetic member of the team and enjoys spending time outdoors fishing and 4wding on the weekends.
Lachlan Arnot
Client Relations
Dedicated to creating a seamless project experience, Charlton partners with our clients, providing his expert guidance throughout the entire process. Gaining a good understanding of each client’s vision, Charlton ensures we deliver beyond expectations. On weekends, Charlton loves to fire up his barbecue and relax outdoors with friends and family.
Charlton Paulsen
Partnerships & Consulting
Experienced professional, graduated in Architecture, Post Graduate Degree in Interior Design, with proven history in the architecture and construction industry. Exceptional skills in development of projects from inception to completion, including planning, drawing, estimate, budget control, team management and customer relationship. Passionate about design concept and create things.
Kercia Souza
Designer
Jane has over 20 years of experience in architecture and problem solving through design. She combines a passion for interior design with a focus on client driven spatial design to enhance the client experience. In her spare time she is dedicated to her family and friends, with the occasional dabble into visual arts.
Jane Henderson
Senior Designer
With 11 years experience in healthcare design, Allan continuously pushes the boundaries in design and visualisation. Managing our documentation team, Allan developed our 3D imagery and virtual reality technology, enabling clients to clearly envision their future practice. An avid hiker and car aficionado, Allan also loves trying new cuisines.
Allan Hughes
Senior Design Consultant
With 7 years experience in healthcare interior design, Dharmi’s commercial and residential design experience dates back to 2006. A team player and solution-focused, Dharmi streamlines the selections process for our clients and is committed to ensuring they are 100% satisfied. In her downtime, you’ll find Dharmi enjoying the great outdoors.
Dharmi Vora
Senior Interior Designer
Annette has over 30 years design knowledge and styling experience. Passionate about colour, textiles and finishes, Annette is always discovering new products and incorporating them into our designs to create well-resolved finishes for our clients. She also delights in getting lost in a good book and spending time with family and friends.
Annette Vains
Design Associate & Stylist
Lachlan is a committed member of the Sales Team dedicated to capturing indivdual client visions, and exceeding their expectations with a seamless fitout experience and an end result they can be proud of. Lachlan is an energetic member of the team and enjoys spending time outdoors fishing and 4wding on the weekends.
Lachlan Arnot
Client Relations
Patrick is a committed member of the Sydney team that’s dedicated to exceeding his client’s expectations and creating a seamless and enjoyable project experience. An excellent listener, Patrick ensures he understands his client’s vision and requirements to provide a unique solution that meets the client’s needs. Outside of work, Patrick enjoys exploring the outdoors and spending time with family and friends.
Patrick Arnot
Head of Partnerships & Consulting
With 27 years experience in commercial, residential and interior architecture in Australia and Asia, Russel is at the forefront of modern design. A healthcare design specialist, Russel is exceptional at converting client concepts into structural drawings. He is also a music lover and is unable to refuse the challenge of an obstacle course race.
Russel Bituin
Designer
With 14 years of experience in construction design in America and Australia, Juberlan is a perfectionist at heart, attentive to detail and a design lover, dedicated to converting concept ideas into constructive projects and 3D renderings. He is passionate about good reading, quality time with family and loved ones and can`t refuse a challenging match of badminton.”
Juberlan Varela
Designer
A perfectionist at heart, Olivia provides unwavering support to our sales team, ensuring they have the resources needed to provide a high level of service to prospective clients. Passionate and positive, Olivia is always ready to help and loves sharing our wins. Away from work, you’ll find Olivia having fun with family and friends… or shopping!
Olivia Wilson
Sales Coordinator
With 7 years experience in healthcare interior design, Dharmi’s commercial and residential design experience dates back to 2006. A team player and solution-focused, Dharmi streamlines the selections process for our clients and is committed to ensuring they are 100% satisfied. In her downtime, you’ll find Dharmi enjoying the great outdoors.
Dharmi Vora
Senior Interior Designer
With 11 years experience in healthcare design, Allan continuously pushes the boundaries in design and visualisation. Managing our documentation team, Allan developed our 3D imagery and virtual reality technology, enabling clients to clearly envision their future practice. An avid hiker and car aficionado, Allan also loves trying new cuisines.
Allan Hughes
Senior Design Consultant
Dedicated to creating a seamless project experience, Charlton partners with our clients, providing his expert guidance throughout the entire process. Gaining a good understanding of each client’s vision, Charlton ensures we deliver beyond expectations. On weekends, Charlton loves to fire up his barbecue and relax outdoors with friends and family.
Charlton Paulsen
Partnerships & Consulting
An integral member of our construction team, David has over 15 years experience in delivering projects to the highest standard. Combining his vast knowledge with his excellent management and collaboration skills, David thrives on exceeding our clients’ expectations. An adventurer at heart, David is also a keen 4 wheel driver and outdoor cook.
David Crutcher
Project Manager
With 38 years experience in the building industry, Jim has been a licenced builder since 1993 and holds a structural fit-out licence. He is a certified Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma and works closely with our tradespeople and staff to ensure 100% quality compliance. A proud grandfather of seven, outside of work Jim loves getting outdoors.
Jim Arnot
QA Compliance Manager
Experienced professional, graduated in Architecture, Post Graduate Degree in Interior Design, with proven history in the architecture and construction industry. Exceptional skills in development of projects from inception to completion, including planning, drawing, estimate, budget control, team management and customer relationship. Passionate about design concept and create things.
Kercia Souza
Designer
Annette has over 30 years design knowledge and styling experience. Passionate about colour, textiles and finishes, Annette is always discovering new products and incorporating them into our designs to create well-resolved finishes for our clients. She also delights in getting lost in a good book and spending time with family and friends.
Annette Vains
Design Associate & Stylist
Working within the construction industry for over 17 years, Ben understands the importance of delivering outstanding outcomes to our healthcare clients. Highly knowledgeable, he is a natural problem-solver, who is driven by project completion and client satisfaction. In his downtime, you’ll find Ben enjoying the company of family and friends.
Ben Barker
Client Relations
With over 15 years industry experience, client management and satisfaction are Manish’s key drivers. Ensuring projects are delivered inline with client briefs and exceed expectations, creating not only functional but aesthetically pleasing designs is what Manish prides himself in. An avid golfer, you will also find Manish enjoying a good game of Rugby or spending quality time with his family and friends – when he is not working.
Manish Chauhan
Senior Designer
Melanie Gordon
Designer
A highly experienced Design Consultant with 8 years of industry expertise. Specializing in transforming abstract concepts into visually compelling designs. Proven track record in creating intuitive and user-friendly space planning that enhances usability and satisfaction. Skilled in crafting cohesive and memorable brand identities that resonate with audiences. Effective communicator experienced in collaborating with teams and stakeholders. Dedicated to delivering exceptional design solutions that exceed expectations.
Michael Kim
Design Consultant
Passionate about delivering on each client’s vision, Kim has over 18 years industry experience. A fluid thinker, Kim is our estimating and marketing extraordinaire. Inspired by creating better patient care, Kim is dedicated to building long-term relationships with our clients. On weekends, you’ll find Kim exploring WA’s iconic wine regions.
Kim Struthers
Client Relations
Skilled construction professional, with approx. 27 years experience in corporate interiors, commercial building refurbishment and fit-out. Experienced and capable Senior Project Manager familiar with client-side project management and representation as well as contractor-side project management. Experience in Contract Risk mitigation and management. Confident leader with ability to mentor junior team members.
Tim Dawson
Senior Project Manager
With over 6 years’ experience in the healthcare design industry Darcy brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to each design. Darcy believes that design is more than just visual appearances, its experiential, reactive and empathetic in the healthcare realm. With a keen interest in technology you will find Darcy developing 3D models to enable virtual reality experiences for his clients. As a big foodie, you will find Darcy exploring local café and restaurants or being active outdoors – striving toward finding the optimal healthy lifestyle balance.
Darcy Miller
Designer
With 2 years experience specialising in healthcare design, Edwin strives to innovate in design and visualisation. He manages the Perth Documentation Team and is also part of the Perth Design Team. As a tech fanatic he is wellversed in developing 3D Renderings giving clients the ability to see how their practice will look, before contruction. Outside of work Edwin indulges in trying out new food experiences.