Marly Swanson-Wood is the Founder and Director of Milkwood Architecture, a practice dedicated to thoughtful, contextually responsive design.

With extensive experience across residential, educational and commercial projects, Marly has developed a strong expertise in designing refined, site-specific architecture that balances clarity of form with technical rigour. Her work is underpinned by a deep understanding of planning frameworks, consultant coordination, and project delivery from concept through to construction.

In addition to leading Milkwood Architecture, Marly has contributed to architectural education through studio tutoring, mentoring emerging designers while maintaining an active engagement with contemporary discourse and built outcomes. This dual focus on practice and education strengthens her analytical approach and commitment to design excellence.

Marly establishes close, collaborative relationships with clients and consultants, ensuring each project is resolved with precision, integrity, and a strong sense of place. Through Milkwood Architecture, she delivers architecture that is enduring, carefully detailed, and thoughtfully integrated into its environment.