About us
From our Director
What is a full-circle building design studio?
At Sembrano Design, full-circle building design means creating spaces our clients love. We listen, come up with solutions for your design challenges, collaborate, and ensure the outcome is fit for purpose, buildable and environmentally sensitive.
Design and drawings, approvals, project management and more – all in one place.
Because Sembrano Design is a small team, we build great relationships and remain flexible so we can be with you every step of the way. That means you have access to Paulo’s expertise across your entire project – which is the way we like it.
More than anything, we love working alongside people who understand and respect the design process and who care about the impact of their building on the environment and the community. Sound like you? We’d love to hear from you.
Paulo Sembrano: Design Director
Paulo's Background
Paulo has worked with some of the best in the business, including Ormsby Design Group in Sydney, Dobsonei Construction in Mittagong, and Durie Design in Brookvale.
He noticed that many homeowners and small-scale developers needed a reliable partner who could offer custom design solutions to:
- address their unique problems
- support them as they navigate the often daunting design documentation and approvals process
- ensure their project is managed well, so they could enjoy their dream space in no time.
With a goal to bridge the gap and to stay true to his strong-held sustainability principles, Paulo launched Sembrano Design in 2014. It’s a full-circle building design studio to manage every part of your building project.
Education
- Master of Architecture, University of Canberra
- Master of Sustainable Built Environment, University of NSW
- Advanced Diploma in Sustainable Building and Design, Ecological Sustainable Development and Architecture, TAFE Sydney Ultimo
- Diploma in Architectural Technology, TAFE Sydney Ultimo
- Bachelor of Science, Architecture, Mapua University, Philippines
Awards
- Project Sponsor Award from COX Architecture, Faculty of Arts and Design, University of Canberra 2022
- Shortlisted for the Berlin Housing Affordable Challenge Series 12, 2022
- Choo Enterprises Award for Excellence in Sustainable Design, TAFE Sydney Ultimo, 2014
- Margot and Neville Guzman Award for Urban Design in Architecture, University of NSW, 2012
Memberships
Lam (Yannie) Hoang
building Designer
Yannie’s design approach is grounded in the belief that light and natural airflow shape the essence of a space within a building. Fascinated by how lighting and ventilation can transform a space, Yannie explores how each beam of light and flow of air tells a unique story. Passionate about crafting environments that embrace both form and function, Yannie is committed to designs where lighting and ventilation bring a space to life. Through creative exploration and thoughtful design, Yannie ensures each project resonates with natural elements, creating spaces that are as comfortable as they are captivating.
- Bachelor of Built Environment (Architecture), University of Canberra
- Master in Architecture (current), University of Canberra
Nguyen Le Yen Oanh
building Designer
- Master of Property Development and Project Management, University of Technology Sydney
- Bachelor of Design in Architecture, Ho Chi Minh City University of Architecture
