People, and the places we design, create memories.

It is not often that you meet a team, who after 75+ years of practice, are still motivated by a legacy of continually growing and striving to be better than yesterday.

We exist to innovate. It is what compels us to design buildings that resonate so strongly with the human condition.

We purposefully draw upon the past and look to the future to consider what people will want tomorrow. That way, we apply the best design principles for today, while future proofing the expectations of tomorrow, to better maximise the value of our buildings for clients and end users.

It’s about continually striving to design the most liveable environment, or highly engaging and functional work environment.

We apply this principal across all our work in:

Architecture
Interiors
Environment
Master Planning

Key sectors we work within are:
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Multi-residential living
Mixed-use developments
Integrated aged care and retirement living
Resorts, Hotels, Pubs and Clubs
Educational, science and technology
Sporting and stadiums
Commercial offices
Retail
Industrial
Community and civic

75+ Years

Our Methodology

AT TVS WE BELIEVE ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE

Each project is unique. The purpose, the vision, the end user and the life-cycle of the building all influence the shape and functionality of every curve and design feature of a building’s conceptual development.

The best results come through an immersion process involving the client and architectural team to craft a result that meets all needs and requirements, while also providing the best return on investment.

It’s not often you will work with a team of architects who infuse such energy and significance to your project. At TVS, a director will always be your No.1 contact on your project.

Future

We believe in blending exceptional style and seamless functionality for future design. New buildings should enhance the existing environment, accommodating the integration of communities and services in our evolving social dynamic. With a deep understanding of human behaviour, TVS leads in designing engaging living and working spaces that meet users' needs and emotional desires. We continuously strive to learn, elevate our skills, and deliver buildings that clients and communities take pride in.

Management Team

Michael Kisluk

Managing Director

Brett Harbourne

Director

Antoinette Kisluk

Associate

TVS 75+ Year Milestones

The history of TVS, after having started as Prangley & Crofts, has been bold. The firm’s contribution to the built environment of Brisbane, Australia and overseas is remarkable. There has been no limitation to application. The firm designs all scales of residential, aged care and retirement living, resorts, hotels and other hospitality facilities, retail centres, office towers, sports facilities, education, industrial as well as medical and laboratory facilities. Brisbane’s first high-rise building, Pearl Assurance House, was a triumph in shifting people’s thinking about what was possible. It was the first building approved to be higher than the town hall. There was a height restriction of 132 feet, so the construction of Pearl Assurance House set a new benchmark for a higher skyline in Brisbane at 17 stories, in the mid-1960’s.

1940s

1947_

Founding of Prangley and Crofts

1950s

1953_

1st Design AwardRoyal Australian Institute of Architects – Domestic Metropolitan
Circa 1954 – Mackay Hospital

1958_

Masonite Factory, Eagle Farm

1959_

Gympie Ambulance Station
Building cost was £18,700 (approx. $34,000). Served as Gympie’s ambulance station for 47 years.

1960s

1962_

Guardian Assurance House (11 stories)
Bank of NSW, Surfers ParadiseThe Illuminating Engineers Society Qld – Meritorious Lighting Award – Certificate of Commendation – Excellent Lighting Installation

1963_

Award for Guardian Assurance House
Royal Australian Institute of Architects – Commercial Metropolitan

1966_

Pearl Assurance House (17 stories)
One of the tallest buildings of its time after the building height limit in Brisbane was raised in 1961

1970s

1970_

Carlton Crest Hotel
Westpac Bank Building
Award for Malley’s Administration Building, Woolloongabba
Royal Australian Institute of Architects – BRONZE MEDAL for Meritorious Architecture

1976_

Award for Girls Dormitory at St. Peters Lutheran College
Royal Australian Institute of Architects – Citation

1977_

Award for Gold Coast Civic Centre – Council ChamberRoyal Australian Institute of Architects – Citation

1979_

Commonwealth Games Weightlifting Centre

1980s

1980_

Laurie Truce offered a partnership Maurice Verna offered a partnership

1982_

Henry Street Office

1986_

Ansett Airlines – Brisbane Airport

1989_

Firm renamed to The TVS Partnership (Laurie Truce, Maurice Verna & Grahame Shelley)
Award for Henry Street Offices, Spring Hill
BOMA Award (Property Council) – Suburban Office Buildings & Business Parks Category
Commonwealth of Australia Small Business Awards - Non-Manufacturing category – Queensland

1990s

1990_

Portman Lane Office, Spring Hill

1991_

Michael Kisluk commenced with TVS

1992_

Total Quality Management Award Encouragement Award – Queensland Telecom & Australian Government Small Business Awards Award for Total Quality Management – National

1993_

Australian Quality Awards Small Enterprise Category – National

1994_

Brett Harbourne commenced with TVS
Award for Cedar Crossing, Kenmore
Royal Australian Planning Institute – Award for Excellence – Residential Development Category

1996_

Award for Portman Lane Offices, Spring Hill
BOMA Award (Property Council) – Certificate of merit – Suburban Office Buildings & Business Parks Category

1997_

Griffith Eco CentreAward for La Foresta Townhouses, Bardon
Urban Development Institute of Australia – Queensland Awards for Excellence – Medium Density Housing

1999_

EcHo Residence

2000s

2001_

Awards for EcHo Residence, Brookfield
Royal Australian Institute of Architects – Harry Marks Award for Sustainable Architecture
Royal Australian Institute of Architects – Brisbane Region Commendation
Royal Australian Institute of Architects & Courier Mail – People’s Choice Award

2003_

Award for Logan Waste Administration Centre
Master Builders Association – Queensland Award for Ecologically Sustainable Development

2004_

Rivers on the Park
Award for Great Western Super Centre, Keperra
Urban Development Institute of Australia – Queensland Awards for Excellence finalist – Consultant’s Excellence Award

2005_

Viret, Clayfield
Award for 743 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley
Design Institute of Australia – National Interior Design Award for Best Ecologically Sustainable Interior

2006_

Award for Pavilion Motor Inn, Wagga Wagga
Design Institute of Australia – National Interior Design Award finalist for Best Ecologically Sustainable Interior
Award for Viret, Clayfield
Urban Development Institute of Australia – Queensland Awards for Excellence finalist – Consultant’s Excellence Award

2008_

Awards for The Village Centre, Kelvin Grove
Urban Development Institute of Australia – Queensland Awards for Excellence – Mixed Use Development
Urban Development Institute of Australia – Queensland Awards for Excellence – President’s Award

2010s

2010_

Leichhardt St office, Spring Hill
Hamon Centre University of Queensland Gatton - 300 seat auditorium

2012_

Firm began trading as TVS Architects
Award for Park Avenue Hotel, Rockhampton
Royal Australian Institute of Architects – Commendation – Central Qld Region
Cricket Australia – Centre of Excellence, Albion

2015_

Antoinette Kisluk commenced with TVS
Award for Link Portside Wharf Urban Development Institute of Australia - Queensland
Award for Excellence Consultant’s Excellence

2016_

Award for Gladstone State High School – Year 7 Block
Australian Institute of Architects – Commendation – Central Qld Region

2017_

Michael Kisluk appointed Managing Director
Brett Harbourne appointed Director

2020s

2020_

Chris Zietsch commenced with TVS

2021_

Casuarina Mixed Use Development, Edmond Stone St, Office South Brisbane, Northstar Medical Development

2022_

Antoinette Kisluk and Chris Zietsch appointed as Associates

2023_

Robina Office, Gold Coast