
Chris Manton
Has led JAM since 1998, building a wide portfolio across sectors. Known for strategic, practical design and for handling commercial demands. Has acted as an expert witness at VCAT and leads major projects such as East Brunswick Village.

Directors & associates
Every JAM project is led by a director from first meeting to completion.

Has led JAM since 1998, building a wide portfolio across sectors. Known for strategic, practical design and for handling commercial demands. Has acted as an expert witness at VCAT and leads major projects such as East Brunswick Village.

Over 20 years' experience across all stages of project delivery. Known for design integrity and attention to detail, particularly in private residences and apartment/townhouse developments. Guest juror in Deakin University's Masters program.

Over 30 years as a professional designer across residential, commercial, hospitality, educational and public projects. Takes a holistic approach drawing on interior design, architecture and conservation training, with a particular interest in landscape design.

Over 30 years' experience across residential, commercial, industrial and public buildings. Leads project teams through every stage and mentors colleagues. Has lived and worked overseas, travelled to nearly 50 countries, and comes from a family of architects, engineers and builders.
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Next step
A site you are buying, a planning permit, a new home or a full precinct: start with a conversation with one of our directors.
Contact
Tell us about the site and what you have in mind. A director from our Melbourne or Geelong studio will come back to you to talk it through.