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1970s Brisbane office to be converted into luxury apartments in adaptive reuse project

chronic housing shortages and reduced demand for lower graded commercial sites on city fringes. The Wickham Terrace project will transform the commercial office building into high-end luxury apartments, with the developer producing preliminary designs...

News | 10/11/2023

Episode 135: Tone Wheeler on Australian architecture and the history & influence of AV Jennings

Our continuing conversation with architect, lecturer, social commentator and columnist Tone Wheeler on the history of house designer and builder AV Jennings, some lesser-known Australian architects and the influence of architecture on the growth and...

News | 06/12/2022

MBA commends Federal Government’s intent to place VET on par with higher education

Following the recent release of the Employment White Paper, Master Builders Australia has commended the Federal Government’s ambitious education priorities that seek to put VET on an equal footing with higher education. Following the recent release...

News | 03/10/2023

Stockland’s sustainable journey continues with Sunshine Coast community

Aura Senior Development Manager Genaea Keith says the village has been designed to focus on energy efficiency with the potential to lower utility costs for homeowners through sustainable inclusions. “Many Sunshine Coast locals are seeking a...

News | 28/09/2023

2003 Gold Medal amended to include Edmond at National Awards

Edmond LFRAIA as the rightful joint recipient. Held on Tuesday 31 October in Canberra, the National Architecture Awards gala saw the amendment become official after the the 2023 Gold Medal Jury were asked to reconvene and consider whether there...

News | 09/11/2023

Sekisui celebrates sales milestone at collaborative estate

passed 50 percent of sales, totalling a value of over $144 million. The developer’s premium home building brand, SHAWOOD, have overseen the design and construction of each home within the estate, which has been collaborated upon alongside retired...

News | 17/11/2023

Hassell designs the perfect gift for Perth Zoo’s 125th Birthday

The Perth Zoo recently unveiled its birthday gift — the new Perth Zoo Nature Playground, designed by Hassell to offer an immersive and educational experience for all. The Perth Zoo recently unveiled its birthday gift — the new Perth Zoo...

News | 13/10/2023

New Hassell study calls for designing linear corridors to deliver greater value

America, the study explores how linear infrastructure can be designed to deliver greater value for all through a unified, holistic corridor design approach. According to the Central Intelligence Agency’s World Factbook, the global road, railway...

News | 22/09/2023

New report floats the complete transformation of Parramatta, Victoria Roads

process, but believes that a pro-development stance should be adopted. Transport for NSW has already put the brakes on the proposed light rail extension. “Sydney has three golden opportunities to dramatically increase housing supply in the...

News | 02/11/2023

Designing for decarbonisation with a focus on energy, materials and circular economy

-industrial levels,” Aidan Mullen, Sustainability Manager at Interface, says. The recent IPCC sixth assessment report on climate change states that “rapid and far-reaching transitions across all sectors and systems are necessary to achieve deep and sustained...

News | 26/06/2023

Woods Bagot to design Chatswood mixed use luxury living project after competition win

the site, resulting in a harmonious blend of expressive yet private botanical spaces for residents, complemented by a finely detailed public realm that increases outdoor garden areas for all.” On Woods Bagot’s winning design, the...

News | 12/10/2023

The latest shading and sun control ideas just in time for summer

, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Hospitality venues are investing in quality shading systems to create inviting outdoor areas for guests to relax and enjoy. There is also a growing focus on sustainability, inspiring venues to install eco...

News | 30/08/2023

Ideas for better council approval processes

heritage being used as a club to prevent development. That’s such a tangled issue it deserves a separate column next week. Reference: Tone on Tuesday 171: Ideas for better council approval processes. Published 18 July (week 29) 2023 Tone Wheeler...

News | 18/07/2023

Seals, swimmers, bat carers – exploring the world of the pale brown, oft-maligned Yarra River

felt his emotion jumping out of the pages, almost channelling David Attenborough’s passion for species and the environment. Kummeleon/Shutterstock Ian A Wright, Western Sydney University Author Harry Saddler’s book on...

News | 27/09/2023

Plus’ Kangaroo Point vision encapsulates waterfront grandeur

slender form features earthy tones reminiscent of the volcanic rock of the Kangaroo Point Cliffs, with a concrete and glass facade making for an interplay between light and shadow. “With the river at its heart, our design for this collection...

News | 17/11/2023

The government just killed 50 infrastructure projects. So what now?

than $1 billion, open parliamentary inquiries could be held to transparently assess their merits and allow for expert and public opinion to be aired on the record. A further option would be to require rigorous carbon emission analysis of all projects...

News | 17/11/2023

Our esteemed speakers at this year’s Sustainability Summit sessions

This year’s roster for the 2023 Sustainability Summit will see a suite of well-versed architectural professionals descending upon Sydney’s Allianz Stadium on the morning of 9 November in the lead up to the Sustainability Awards. This year’s...

News | 13/10/2023

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1970s Brisbane office to be converted into luxury apartments in adaptive reuse project

Episode 135: Tone Wheeler on Australian architecture and the history & influence of AV Jennings

MBA commends Federal Government’s intent to place VET on par with higher education

Stockland’s sustainable journey continues with Sunshine Coast community

2003 Gold Medal amended to include Edmond at National Awards

Sekisui celebrates sales milestone at collaborative estate

Hassell designs the perfect gift for Perth Zoo’s 125th Birthday

New Hassell study calls for designing linear corridors to deliver greater value

New report floats the complete transformation of Parramatta, Victoria Roads

Designing for decarbonisation with a focus on energy, materials and circular economy

Woods Bagot to design Chatswood mixed use luxury living project after competition win

The latest shading and sun control ideas just in time for summer

Ideas for better council approval processes

Seals, swimmers, bat carers – exploring the world of the pale brown, oft-maligned Yarra River

Plus’ Kangaroo Point vision encapsulates waterfront grandeur

The government just killed 50 infrastructure projects. So what now?

Our esteemed speakers at this year’s Sustainability Summit sessions