PEOPLE & CULTURE

Our people: trusted, talented and experienced.

Sandbox is led by directors Luke and Fonda; industry leaders who joined forces to provide a more comprehensive design offering and consultancy experience for clients, from initial research to final delivery.

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Luke Cannon, Creative Director
As Creative Lead at Sandbox, Luke brings over 20 years of design expertise from in-house, agency and independent roles. Equal parts creative thinker and strategic, analysis-led designer, Luke loves to help brands ‘think big’, find new opportunities for customer connection and create an unforgettable experience.

At Sandbox, he oversees all creative output of the studio, as well as driving the conceptual process and inspiring the team for excellence.

Luke is also trusted and respected for his client management. Having founded and managed design practice Studio Ginger for over 15 years prior to co-founding Sandbox, Luke is unfailingly calm, open-minded and inclusive in his approach to design, creating a client experience that has seen him build long-running relationships with recurring clients in Australia and abroad.
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Fonda Valasis, Project Director
Gregarious, thoughtful and enthusiastic, Fonda has been a trusted voice in the design and construction industry for decades. Uniting a background in Documentation, and Project Management with deep expertise in Value Engineering and Construction Supervision through his role as Director at Edge Concepts.

Fonda’s positive attitude and can-do approach makes collaboration enjoyable and productive, while his methodical, and process-driven management style means nothing gets missed in the process and every box gets ticked.

Fonda heads our Project and Client Management, he aligns the approach, timing and impact simultaneously, while guiding the team towards delivery success. It’s rare to find someone with both an eye for detail and the ability to work with all kinds of people, yet Fonda makes it seem easy.
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Our team

The Sandbox team is made up of designers, problem-solvers and roll-up-your-sleeve doers, who will work in close collaboration with you and your brand team. Led by our core values of creativity, teamwork and respect, we’ll quickly become your design partner and trusted collaborator.

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Ellie, Senior Designer
Ellie is an integral member of our design team. She actively generates fresh concepts and diligently collaborates on design development to ensure that every aspect of a project is not only creatively compelling but also practical and functional.

Lachlan, Project Coordinator
Lachlan operates across various retail brands, overseeing the project delivery process within the studio. He forms strong partnerships with the design and documentation teams, as well as our valued clients, to ensure smooth coordination and successful project execution.

Mariana, Designer
Mariana plays a pivotal role in our creative team, not only does she effectively manage the documentation process across a diverse range of clients, but she is a gun at 3D modeling and rendering and is our go-to for all things Revit, enhancing the overall project quality and visual representation.

Ale, Designer
Ale, a skilled and versatile designer, she crafts innovative client solutions and excels in all things CAD and REVIT. With seamless teamwork, client interaction, and consultant coordination, she's a treasured asset to our team.

Kyle, Designer
Kyle, a true creative and legend in every sense. With resolute determination and boundless passion, he consistently pursues the best solutions for our clients, all while embodying the essence of a team player, and supporting the Sandbox values.

Kiara, Designer
Kiara, our resident 3D rendering specialist not only visualizes creative concepts, but is also a force when it comes to rolling out REVIT documentation, ensuring precise execution of every detail. She’s a key pillar within the team.

Georgie, Brand Development
Georgie collaborates closely with the design team, seeking out opportunities to foster brand growth and establish a strong market position. Additionally, she assists and ensures smooth operations within the studio, keeping everything running seamlessly.

Tim, Design Lead
Driven, passionate and motivated, Tim comes to Sandbox following a seven year tenure at Hoyts. He has a remarkable track record spanning 20 years working on landmark cinema, hospitality, leisure, entertainment, and retail projects in major global cities. His in-depth knowledge of cinema design, operational and business practices is invaluable, and his ascent as a design leader in this field comes as no surprise. Tim is not only an asset to our team but he also brings significant benefit to our clients.

People & Culture

PEOPLE & CULTURE

Our people: trusted, talented and experienced.

Sandbox is led by directors Luke and Fonda; industry leaders who joined forces to provide a more comprehensive design offering and consultancy experience for clients, from initial research to final delivery.

Our team

The Sandbox team is made up of designers, problem-solvers and roll-up-your-sleeve doers, who will work in close collaboration with you and your brand team. Led by our core values of creativity, teamwork and respect, we’ll quickly become your design partner and trusted collaborator.