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Designing Sydney’s first surf park with ClarkeHopkinsClarke

location within a major sport and event precinct close to public transport and cycle routes. “We drew on learnings from URBNSURF Melbourne to create an Olympic-standard, surfclub-style daytrip destination for locals and tourists alike,” says...

News | 15/10/2024

Beyond compliance: SUPAWOOD's sustainable linings lead the way in fire safety for NCC 2025

test results and the assessments based on these, as dictated by AS5637.1. NCC 2025 will mandate the use of ISO 9705 full room tests, and the assessments based on these for acoustic products, providing a more accurate assessment of fire performance in...

News | 15/08/2024

A tribute to Graeme Gunn, our best suburban housing advocate

suburban housing architect? Vale Graeme Gunn. design-i #3, 30 Oct 2024. Researched and written by Tone Wheeler, architect / Adjunct Prof UNSW / President AAA. The views expressed are his. design-i is a new column on design ideas that replaces Tone on...

News | 30/10/2024

215 million hectares of forest – an area bigger than Mexico – could grow back by itself, if we can just leave it alone

from nature, such as clean water. Forest restoration is an important strategy for reversing the damage. Our paper, published in the journal Nature, looked at where natural regeneration is likely to be successful due to the surrounding...

News | 31/10/2024

As AI disrupts Australia’s construction industry, stakeholders remain optimistic

together business leaders and subject matter experts from the Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Design and Manufacturing industries to learn about the latest trends, insights and technologies that are shaping industries and making the future. Jim...

News | 04/11/2024

Visible solutions for invisible threats: How architects and designers can champion VOC-free interiors

The focus on planetary health is reshaping architecture and design, emphasizing the importance of indoor environments for occupant well-being. With people spending 90% of their time indoors, air quality—affected by volatile organic compounds (VOCs...

News | 30/09/2024

Sustainability Summit #9: Data-driven design: Leveraging technology for sustainable housing solutions

from energy ratings and life cycle assessments to reduce our impact on the planet while maximising amenity and liveability,” says Madeline Sewall, Director of Houses at Breathe. “We are seeking highly efficient, elegant design outcomes...

News | 08/10/2024

Sustainability Awards deadline extended: Insights from SA 2024 juror Georgios Anagnostou

2024 Sustainability Awards has been extended to 10th July, we had the opportunity to speak with Georgios Anagnostou, Studio Johnston Director and esteemed juror for this year’s awards. Georgios Anagnostou: A Journey in Sustainable Design...

News | 05/07/2024

Rethinking the aerobridge with AeroSnake by Architectus

prelude or conclusion to air travel? Enter the AeroSnake. &ldquo;For the AeroSnake we’ve merged solution-driven design with interactive simulation and sustainable practices,” says Karl Traeger, Principal Sector Leader Aviation...

News | 07/11/2024

Regions win big at 2024 Queensland landscape architecture awards

Queensland State Awards announced last week by the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA). The jury honoured 24 winners from a total of 49 entries, with regional projects taking home half of the awards. Among the winners were the Bradbury...

News | 18/06/2024

A shift in the market: Buyers want high-amenity living

prices and limited land availability have made apartment living a necessity and increasingly desirable through good design. Australian Apartment Advocacy (AAA) Director Samantha Reece says there’s a need to shift the narrative from ‘high...

News | 07/11/2024

GBCA’s new pathway to guide developers in delivering Green Star-certified apartments

sustainable apartment living. All multi-unit residential developments registered with the GBCA from 1 January 2023 onwards and targeting 5 Star or 6 Star Green Star ratings will be delivered as fully electric buildings powered by renewable energy. For...

News | 07/11/2024

Construction underway at 899 Collins Street

Collins Street in Docklands. To mark start of construction of the 499-unit development, Lord Mayor, Nicholas Reece was on site for a sod turn with Lendlease and delivery partner Nippon Steel Kowa Real Estate (NSKRE). “With 899 Collins now...

News | 29/10/2024

Do electric cars greatly increase the average mass of cars on the road?

against these cars. Even the Australian motoring organisation NRMA has posed the question: “EVs are heavy. Are they safe on our roads and carparks?” (It does say the answer is yes.) The stated reason for such concerns is generally that...

News | 25/10/2024

Lendlease receives greenlight for 900 Collins Wharf waterfront homes

support the ongoing demand we are experiencing in the area, as buyers seek opportunities to live near some of the world’s best food, arts, sport and entertainment in Melbourne while enjoying a waterfront lifestyle.” The Minister for Planning...

News | 31/10/2024

Shortlist announced for Creative Director of the Australia Pavilion at the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale

highly anticipated Australian Exhibition will open to the world on 8 May 2025. The Venice Architecture Biennale is the premier international forum for architectural discourse and innovation, attracting participants and visitors from across the globe...

News | 30/08/2024

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Designing Sydney’s first surf park with ClarkeHopkinsClarke

Beyond compliance: SUPAWOOD's sustainable linings lead the way in fire safety for NCC 2025

A tribute to Graeme Gunn, our best suburban housing advocate

215 million hectares of forest – an area bigger than Mexico – could grow back by itself, if we can just leave it alone

As AI disrupts Australia’s construction industry, stakeholders remain optimistic

Visible solutions for invisible threats: How architects and designers can champion VOC-free interiors

Top 10 articles of October: Australian architects make waves overseas and right here in Australia

New research confirms flexibility key to achieving work-life balance

New Premier backed by AIA to build thriving Queensland

GroupGSA-designed Norwest business park approved mixed-use development

Sustainability Summit #9: Data-driven design: Leveraging technology for sustainable housing solutions

Sustainability Awards deadline extended: Insights from SA 2024 juror Georgios Anagnostou

Rethinking the aerobridge with AeroSnake by Architectus

Regions win big at 2024 Queensland landscape architecture awards

A shift in the market: Buyers want high-amenity living

GBCA’s new pathway to guide developers in delivering Green Star-certified apartments

Construction underway at 899 Collins Street

Do electric cars greatly increase the average mass of cars on the road?

Lendlease receives greenlight for 900 Collins Wharf waterfront homes

Shortlist announced for Creative Director of the Australia Pavilion at the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale