Australia's Leading Nature-Based Playground Design & Construction Team
Behind every Wearthy playground is a team of architects, designers, master craftsmen, and educators with decades of combined experience creating transformative play environments.
Founded in 2013, we've been transforming play spaces across Australia
Early learning centres, schools, and communities nationwide
Architects, carpenters, landscapers, and project managers
Recognised experts in the Ecology of Play philosophy
Founder & Director
Lukas is the Founder of Wearthy and the creator of the Ecology of Play philosophy. His work champions adventurous, nature based play that builds resilience, confidence and connection. An internationally recognised play advocate and TEDx speaker, Lukas has designed environments that have impacted tens of thousands of children across Australia and beyond.
Partner: Culture & Operations
Vanessa leads Wearthy's marketing and brand presence with purpose, creativity and heart. As Co Owner, she plays a vital role in shaping how Wearthy connects with families, educators and communities through storytelling, engagement and strategy.
Business Development Manager
Flora blends strategic thinking with genuine relationship building to grow Wearthy's footprint across education, community and government sectors. Her creativity, warmth and professionalism make her a trusted ambassador for the brand.
Senior Contracts Administrator
Adam leads Wearthy's contracts, estimating and procurement with precision and care. His structured, dependable approach ensures projects are commercially sound, compliant and set up for success from day one.
Graduate Estimator & Contract Administrator
Pradeep supports Wearthy projects through detailed estimating, cost planning and contract administration. His work underpins financial accuracy and strong commercial control across the business.
Executive Assistant & Social Media
Brie is a highly organised, people focused professional with a passion for creating thoughtful and engaging experiences. Known for her positivity and attention to detail, she supports leadership and team operations with warmth, integrity and efficiency.
Lead Designer & Studio Manager
Kirra is a highly experienced designer passionate about creating inclusive, adventurous and developmentally rich play spaces. Her work blends creativity with technical expertise to deliver environments that inspire confidence, curiosity and connection.
Landscape Architect
Michelle is a Registered Landscape Architect with strong experience across project management, documentation and site supervision. With advanced technical skills and a passion for sustainable design, she brings refined landscape solutions to Wearthy projects.
Landscape Architect
Aashaka is a creative designer with a strong artistic background and a natural talent for transforming playful ideas into meaningful spaces. Her work blends imagination, texture and movement to support children's development through joyful, engaging play environments.
Design Graduate
Nicka is an enthusiastic and adaptable Designer currently completing her Masters in Architecture at Griffith University. With strong communication skills and a people focused approach, she supports concept development, documentation and creative problem solving across projects.
Graduate Designer
Emily's an emerging designer currently completing her Master of Architecture at Griffith University. Bringing a keen eye for detail and a genuine willingness to learn Emily has already shown a great deal of promise in her work with our team. We look forward to watching Emily's progression in the world of playground design.
Senior Carpenter & Leading Hand
Ron is a highly experienced tradesman known for his steady leadership and exceptional workmanship. His practical knowledge supports complex timber structures and high quality finishes across Wearthy projects.
Landscaper & Leading Hand
Jed brings energy, reliability and a strong team mindset to Wearthy's landscape installations. He plays an important role in shaping outdoor environments that invite exploration and connection to nature.
Landscaper
Ashley brings a reliable and hardworking approach to every project he's part of. As a valued member of Wearthy's construction team, he plays a hands-on role in bringing nature-based play environments to life with care and craftsmanship.
Apprentice Landscaper
Jakob is an enthusiastic apprentice developing his landscaping skills through real, hands-on experience across Wearthy's projects. With a positive attitude and willingness to learn, he is growing into a great addition to the construction team.
Apprentice Carpenter
Charlotte is a motivated apprentice developing her carpentry skills through hands on experience across Wearthy projects. With a strong work ethic and eagerness to learn, she is building solid foundations in the construction industry.
Project Manager
Phillip is a qualified carpenter by trade who now leads projects with practical construction insight and strong delivery focus. He oversees scheduling, quality, trades and cost control across Wearthy builds.
Senior Project Manager
Dean brings decades of international experience across construction, both on and off the tools. His deep technical knowledge supports buildability, quality assurance and problem solving across complex Wearthy projects.
Site Supervisor & Carpenter
Jacob leads Wearthy sites with calm authority, clear communication and practical problem solving. His steady leadership ensures projects run safely, smoothly and to a high standard.
Site Supervisor & Carpenter
Guilherme is an experienced tradesman known for his focus, care and pride in workmanship. He supports detailed timber construction and play structure installation across Wearthy projects.
Interested in creating playful beginnings for children across Australia? We're always looking for passionate people to join the Wearthy family.
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