Kirsty Sier . Articles Monash comes one step closer to realising self-powered buildings Monash University researchers have moved one step closer to creating technology that could mean a future populated by self-powered buildings. Glenn Murcutt and Wendy Lewin to design “cultural tourism” hub for northern NSW Sole Australian recipient of the Pritzker Prize, Glenn Murcutt, and architect Wendy Lewin have been engaged to design a new “cultural tourism” building for an significant opal field in northern NSW. “Contemporary Australian shed” wins prestigious German Design Award Crackenback Stables by Casey Brown Architects has been named among the winners of this year’s prestigious German Design Award. NSW government invites public feedback on Sirius planning controls The NSW Department of Planning and Environment has drafted a proposal that aims to change planning controls around the site of the Sirius building prior to its sale process, which will be conducted by landowner Property NSW. “It would be a tragedy”: Mayor launches campaign to save threatened Sydney stadium Sydney mayor, Clover Moore, has launched a campaign to save the Hordern Pavilion after concerns were raised last month about its potential sale. Six teams shortlisted for Adelaide Contemporary International Design Competition Six architectural teams – made up of 13 individual practices from around the world – have made the shortlist for the Adelaide Contemporary International Design Competition.