Three years later, Jim helped to form a permanent Schuler Shook office in Australia and moved up to Principal in the firm. His calm, thoughtful, and open approach to each client’s project was instrumental in the growth of the practice, and the Melbourne office has now completed over 100 projects, including new theatres, renovations, studies, and master plans. Our Melbourne team currently includes eight designers, including theatre, lighting, and AV consultants.
Jim Hultquist, ASTC, Partner at Schuler Shook
Firm News – Oct 2021
Schuler Shook is pleased to announce Jim Hultquist, ASTC, as a Partner. Jim joined Schuler Shook in 2009 as a Senior Theatre Consultant, moving to Melbourne to work on the redevelopment of Hamer Hall.
Every project has a life of its own, requiring solutions unique to its needs. That’s why theatre design is consistently fascinating to me.”
Jim Hultquist, Partner
“Jim quickly proved to be a trusted consultant and designer in Melbourne. Over the past 12 years, he has become an essential leader of our Australian practice. We are thrilled to welcome Jim as a Partner,” said Todd Hensley, FASTC, Partner.
In addition to the Hamer Hall redevelopment, Jim’s projects include the ongoing renovation of Arts Centre Melbourne, HMT Adelaide, Regent Theatre, Ulumbarra Theatre, Bunjil Place, Cairns Performing Arts Centre, HOTA Amphitheatre, and Presbyterian Ladies’ College. He continues to practice photography, hone his dry wit, and admire art and music.