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Renewable projects are getting built faster – but there’s even more need for speed

Longden, Western Sydney University How long does it take to build a solar or wind farm? It’s a simple question with wide implications. To reach our ambitious 82% renewable energy target by 2030, we have to build many new projects – and...

News | 02/02/2024

Is there a future for concrete architecture in Australia?

Limestone, the single most abundant material on the planet. It can also be made from other materials, including waste byproducts from manufacturing companies. Concrete can will last much longer than traditional buildings and can even be recycled towards the...

News | 02/02/2024

Vacancy rates down while demand for high-quality commercial space remains

in comparison to older office stock. It makes for intriguing viewing, as vacancy rates on the whole increased by 0.7 percent nationally. Interestingly the vacancy rate for prime office spaces actually sits lower than secondary assets nationwide...

News | 01/02/2024

What does the rise of parking apps mean for our cities?

5–12%, depending on the provider. Councils and campuses have been sold the trick, festooning parking signs with QR codes, “parking is changing” declarations, and discreet signals of outsourced responsibility. But who is behind these apps...

News | 01/02/2024

Sydney set to get 1500 new BTR units by 2025

Housing provider Coronation Property has announced the launch of its subsidiary company, Nation, focused on operating a pipeline of new build-to-rent (BTR) communities across Sydney. Housing provider Coronation Property has announced the launch...

News | 05/10/2023

USYD’s architectural jewel to host Biennale of Sydney

Biennale of Sydney will commence on 9 March and finish 10 June 2024. ...

News | 03/11/2023

Week 16/23: Homeless sells / Sydney’s cycling snafus / Westwood Ho / Mini revolution / Bookends: Thermal comfort

of today’s SUV and pick-ups. Snafu Cycling in Sydney NIMBYs and NOTEs want to rip up dedicated cycling paths according to several articles this week. Cycling now seems to bring forth animosity on all sides. Whilst we admire the genteel...

News | 14/04/2023

Six Degrees retains heritage facade for Beulah’s Brunswick offering

homes for future residents and improved the safety and quality of the area, ultimately elevating this urban pocket.” The site sits between the Sydney Road retail precinct, while being within walking distance to the likes of Royal Park, Princes...

News | 31/01/2024

Sydney's ANZ Stadium is one step closer to redevelopment [Videos]

the next four weeks, the committee will assess the two design options before a final decision is made on which consortium will redevelop the Stadium that was purpose-built for the 2000 Sydney Olympics. It is hoped the planning of construction works...

News | 26/06/2014

HDR’s major health projects boosted by Principal appointments

the completion of the Lang Walker AO Medical Research Building for Western Sydney University, Nepean Hospital Redevelopment Stage 2, Royal North Shore Hospital and Northside Hospital in Canberra. Larkins’ new role will involve overseeing...

News | 29/01/2024

Sydney Opera House at 50 exhibition extended to March 2024

The People’s House: Sydney Opera House at 50 exhibition at the Museum of Sydney has been extended until 3 March 2024. The People’s House: Sydney Opera House at 50 exhibition at the Museum of Sydney has been extended until 3 March 2024...

News | 31/10/2023

Episode 187: Matt Gould, Mayor of Wollondilly Shire Council on the need for infrastructure & the current housing crisis

This Shortcast is with the current Mayor of Wollondilly Shire Council, the honourable Matt Gould. This Shortcast is with the current Mayor of Wollondilly Shire Council, the honourable Matt Gould. Located on the outskirts of greater...

News | 19/12/2023

New hotel set to open at landmark mixed use Central Coast development

. Located in the heart of Gosford, less than an hour’s drive from Sydney’s CBD, the hotel is a short stroll away from Gosford’s stunning waterfront, and offers easy access to Industree Group Stadium as well as the University of...

News | 06/12/2023

The dams are full for now – but Sydney will need new water supplies as rainfall becomes less reliable

meet water demand from Sydney’s dams. In 2010, Sydney’s first large seawater desalination plant came on line. At maximum production, it can provide 90 gigalitres of drinking water per year. This is about 15% of Sydney’s annual...

News | 26/10/2023

tone on tuesday Sydney Football Stadium

Sydney's iconic One Farrer marks 30 years of architecture design excellence

Local flyer pushes back on Alexandria affordable housing development

Hatch comment: The future of urban regeneration is here

Sydney Opera House extends Quandamooka artist’s installation until 26 November

Heritage – Putting on a grave face

Testing time for Parramatta’s Light Rail

Renewable projects are getting built faster – but there’s even more need for speed

Is there a future for concrete architecture in Australia?

Vacancy rates down while demand for high-quality commercial space remains

What does the rise of parking apps mean for our cities?

Sydney set to get 1500 new BTR units by 2025

USYD’s architectural jewel to host Biennale of Sydney

Week 16/23: Homeless sells / Sydney’s cycling snafus / Westwood Ho / Mini revolution / Bookends: Thermal comfort

Six Degrees retains heritage facade for Beulah’s Brunswick offering

Sydney's ANZ Stadium is one step closer to redevelopment [Videos]

HDR’s major health projects boosted by Principal appointments

Sydney Opera House at 50 exhibition extended to March 2024

Episode 187: Matt Gould, Mayor of Wollondilly Shire Council on the need for infrastructure & the current housing crisis

New hotel set to open at landmark mixed use Central Coast development

The dams are full for now – but Sydney will need new water supplies as rainfall becomes less reliable