




Architecture shapes more than the lives within it.
It contributes to the identity of our streets, our cities and the culture that forms around them. A home, in turn, is shaped by its relationship to place, architecture, interiors and the way it is lived.
The finest results come from considering these elements not in isolation, but as one. Intelligent planning, resolved interiors and a thoughtful response to place create homes with a sense of permanence, individuality and enduring value.





Integrated Design. Architecture and interiors brought together undera single architectural vision, creating a morecohesive journey and a more resolved outcome.
Clarity through Complexity. Every project remains under the direction of the founder, backed by a multidisciplinary team, bringing together the many moving parts behind a single architectural vision.
Site Intelligence. Understanding the opportunity before commitment shapes every decision that follows.
Continuity. For select projects, the relationship continues beyond design. The studio remains involved throughout construction, guiding the selection of builders and craftspeople while protecting the integrity of the architecture and interior design.
Architectural Designer
Nominated Architect – NSW Architect 11721
Sam Alawie represents a new generation of architects redefining the relationship between design, lifestyle, and value. His approach blends creative intuition with strategic insight; a perspective shaped through years of experience in both architecture and development.
Founding Zane Carter Architects, Sam set out to elevate the standard of residential design in Australia, creating homes that are not only beautiful but perform intelligently; architecturally, financially, and emotionally. His work reflects a deep respect for proportion, materiality, and detail, while balancing the realities of construction and the pursuit of long-term value.
Through a growing portfolio of record-breaking projects, Sam has established a reputation for transforming undercapitalised sites into award-winning homes.
Architectural Designer
Working alongside founder Sam Alawie since the inception of Zane Carter Architects, Cathy has been instrumental in shaping the firm’s brand, strategy, and creative direction. As Director, she combines a Bachelor of Commerce, a Masters in Marketing, and an accreditation in Interior Design; a multidisciplinary foundation that unites business strategy, emotional connection, and a deep understanding of spatial composition, materiality, and interior experience.
Before joining Zane Carter Architects, Cathy built a career in branding and marketing within leading Australian fashion companies, collaborating with top fashion editors, stylists, and art directors before expanding her work to global brands. This background sharpened her eye for visual cohesion, texture, colour, and the emotional cues that elevate both fashion and interiors.
Architectural Designer
VIC Architect – 20409
Matthew Ng is a Melbourne-based architect at Zane Carter Architects and a registered architect in Victoria. Originally from Singapore, Matthew studied architecture at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) before beginning his career in multi-residential design, where he developed a strong foundation in spatial efficiency, coordination, and project management.
With over a decade of experience across residential, multi-residential, and mixed-use projects, Matthew has worked through all stages of design, from feasibility and town planning to documentation and delivery. His calm, detail-oriented approach ensures each project maintains design integrity, technical precision, and a clear architectural vision from concept to completion.