Our Story

Doug MacLeod founded Latitude 37 in 2006, driven by his vision for a builder to be a one-source destination for custom design, project delivery and client service.

Doug holds a Bachelor in Engineering from Monash University and has over 30 years of experience across construction, project management and engineering. His strong leadership acumen drives the entire Latitude 37 team to navigate a wide range of projects through collaboration and innovation.

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An integral figure in Latitude 37’s growth trajectory since inception, Dean Oakley continues to play a crucial role in the company’s strategic and business operations today. Dean is an experienced business executive who has held senior leadership roles across public and private sector organisations.

In addition to his professional commitments with Latitude 37, Dean dedicates his time to volunteering as a Financial Counsellor, offering support and advocacy for vulnerable clients.

As the CEO of Latitude 37, Paul Thomas is responsible for leading the entire operations of the organisation and plays a pivotal role in ensuring the standard of every project is of the highest quality and craftsmanship.

With 30 years of experience in Australia and overseas across the construction and engineering sectors, Paul recognises the importance of cultivating a culture of collaboration and innovation. He is dedicated to ensuring Latitude 37 remains a leader in the Residential Custom Home Builder market for many years to come.

As Latitude 37’s CFO, Joe is recognised for his dedication to his team and proactive work approach, which inspires Latitude 37’s team towards continued success.

Leveraging over 15 years of global experience in Melbourne and New York with organisations such as Lendlease and Deloitte, Joe draws on his diverse skill set in accounting, finance, and property to deliver exceptional outcomes.

With over 11 years of local and international experience in Project Management, Stephanie is an invaluable asset to the team as Latitude 37’s Operations Manager (Pre-site).

Since joining Latitude 37 in 2018, Stephanie has continued to play a crucial role in seamless project execution, consistent deadline management, and surpassing expectations in her commitment to excellence.

With over 10 years of experience, Kaitie started her journey at Latitude 37 as a Project Manager. Her commercial acumen and steadfast dedication to fostering strong client relationships swiftly earned recognition, resulting in her promotion to Sales Manager in 2022, and Operations Manager (Sales, Marketing and Design) in 2024.

Kaitie leads the Latitude 37 Sales, Marketing and Design teams and is committed to translating each client’s vision into reality through intuitive design and seamless project management.

The design team at Latitude 37 is renowned for their ability to create one-of-a-kind, tailor-made masterpieces with a keen focus on individuality. Through close collaboration with clients, the team takes great care to understand their unique lifestyles and preferences, ensuring that every aspect of the design caters to their specific needs. By incorporating the client’s ideas and vision, the design team creates bespoke homes that are truly unparalleled. Their unwavering attention to detail and commitment to creating a holistic design response have positioned them as leaders in luxury home design.

Delivering clients their dream home requires every touchpoint of the design and build journey to be tailored to provide a positive and enriching experience.

The accomplished team of Interior Designers at Latitude 37 provide a personalised design service, working closely with clients to shape their ideas and bring their vision to life. The culmination is an exquisitely crafted bespoke design that captures the very essence of their envisioned aesthetic for their custom home.