Hamish Bresnahan
Registered Architect (NSW ARB No.12277)
Certified Passivhaus Designer
M.Arch (USYD), B.Arch.Env (USYD)
Hamish is an architect passionate about designing sustainable, healthy spaces that embrace the Australian landscape and will be comfortable and resilient to our changing climate. Having worked at some of Sydney’s leading sustainable architecture firms over the last 8 years, Hamish established Ouro Architecture and relocated to the Gold Coast region in 2025. He has spoken at industry events on sustainability in architectural practice, and worked on award winning projects.
Ouro is a practice focusing on sustainable housing in both Sydney and the Brisbane / Gold Coast / Northern Rivers regions, but is open to all project enquires no matter how large or small.
Design Ethos
The Ouroboros is a symbol of renewal, self sufficiency and represents the cycle of construction and deconstruction. To us, these ideas are key to creating buildings that work well for every client, and also for our wider community. Buildings are not short-term investments, they shape our environments, influence how we live day-to-day, and impact the planet for generations.
We consider the entire lifecycle of a building: how it’s built, how it’s used, how it ages, and how it can eventually be reused or deconstructed. We select materials that last, design for energy efficiency, and create spaces that are adaptable over time, minimizing environmental impact while maximizing the value of the process.
Your home can be a reflection of your values and a sanctuary that nurtures how you live and grow. Focusing on sustainable architecture, Ouro specialises in designing environmentally conscious homes for those who share our passion for both comfort and the planet; no project is too big or small.
Our approach is rooted in collaboration, honesty, and professionalism. We work closely with you to understand your unique vision and needs, guiding you through every step of the design and construction process. Whether you’re building from the ground up or renovating your current space, our goal is to create a home that fosters a connection to nature and enhances the way you’d like to live, while ensuring you have peace of mind throughout what can be a relatively long process. Our priorities are your budget, functionality, and an easy process for you.
We pride ourselves on designing thoughtful, sustainable spaces that are as functional as they are beautiful. By prioritising comfort, local materiality, and spatial efficiency, we help you develop your home into something that will not only support your lifestyle but will continue to be a lasting asset for decades.
If you have a project in mind, please get in contact and we’d love to discuss how we can help make your vision come to life.
Country
Ouro recognises that we live, work and build on unceded Aboriginal land, which has historically been cared for by Indigenous peoples whose knowledge has allowed humans to existing symbiotically with nature for thousands of years.
Ouro has to date practiced on land of the Gadi, Yugambeh & Bundjalung people, and is continually looking to improve connection with Country in both everyday life and the work we create. There is always more to be learned.
We pay respect to those who have cared for Country in past, present and future and recognise their strong connection and continuing relationship with land and Country.