Gemma Battenbough . Articles Sunshine state boasts blinding results The Gold Coast is the most dynamic city in Australia in terms of current and planned development, new research claims. Barrel building an education in green design A timber-clad school with exposed pipes and solar collectors is teaching pupils a lesson. Dissident architects fight back A group of non-conformist internationals is heading to Australia, determined to turn convention on its head. Firms compete, as sectors show promise New research finds that economic pressures are creating a rush for projects in certain sectors. Bushfire accreditation a first for firm A NSW architectural firm has become the first in the state, and only second in the country, to achieve bushfire accreditation. Pencil draws a line for clients There's a strong commercial case for reviving architectural drawing, says Woodhead principal David Holm.