Perrett Simpson Stantin commenced practice in January 1984 as Perrett Simpson and Associates, and has since grown steadily, documenting a wide range of projects including the design and supervision of steel, reinforced concrete, post-tensioned concrete, masonry and timber buildings, and associated civil works.
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