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Comment: To reach net-zero, we must tackle the ‘too hard’ basket

Comment: To reach net-zero, we must tackle the ‘too hard’ basket

In this comment piece by Dr Matthias Irger – Head of Sustainability at COX Architecture – he argues for an approach to design that prioritises retrofitting, renovation and reuse.

Sydney’s multipurpose urban courtyard

Sydney’s multipurpose urban courtyard

Tzannes has completed work at The Brewery in Sydney’s Central Park, marking the culmination of an internationally significant adaptive reuse project.

Adaptive reuse secures new life for Brisbane Therapy Centre

Adaptive reuse secures new life for Brisbane Therapy Centre

Jesse Lockhart-Krause, Director of Lockhart-Krause Architects, tells us about a storied building in Queensland that has now become a functional workplace for a therapy centre.

Moments of material reuse magic as Hassell designs Arup’s Brisbane office

Moments of material reuse magic as Hassell designs Arup’s Brisbane office

Reuse, resourcefulness and material transformations bring unexpected stories to Arup’s new Brisbane office, designed by Hassell.

SALT HQ supports the needs of the business

SALT HQ supports the needs of the business

THISS Studio has completed the interior fit out of a flexible office and creative space in east London for independent communications studio, SALT.

Civic activation at 55 Collins Street

Civic activation at 55 Collins Street

Grimshaw has completed a revitalisation of Collins Place, adding new layers to an already historically and architecturally rich site in Melbourne’s CBD.

Hassell celebrates Capella milestone

Hassell celebrates Capella milestone

The Lands by Capella has had its official naming ceremony, marking the next chapter in the transformation of one of Sydney’s most revered heritage buildings. 

All about Sydney Metro as the 2025 NSW Architecture Awards winners are announced

All about Sydney Metro as the 2025 NSW Architecture Awards winners are announced

The very best of NSW architecture was celebrated in the Australian Institute of Architects’ 2025 NSW Architecture Awards in a gala celebration at Sydney’s ILUMINA.

Hints of New York in Hammond Studio’s Sydney office renewal

Hints of New York in Hammond Studio’s Sydney office renewal

Global e-commerce tech company ROKT has a revitalised, art-filled workplace in Sydney thanks to Hammond Studio’s reuse-focused design.

More than just a transitional space: Perth’s Palace Tower receives the Woods Bagot treatment

More than just a transitional space: Perth’s Palace Tower receives the Woods Bagot treatment

Woods Bagot has completed a lobby refurbishment inspired by the historic architecture of the Palace Hotel.

The fabulous fabulous New Bahru

The fabulous fabulous New Bahru

In Singapore, old meets new and does it with style and grace in FARM’s culturally appropriate, site-specific design. It’s a place that provides connection for everyone who visits.

Repurpose with purpose: FK at 500 Bourke Street

Repurpose with purpose: FK at 500 Bourke Street

The $160 million transformation of 500 Bourke Street in Melbourne’s CBD has revitalised a 1970s Brutalist icon, originally designed by Godfrey & Spowers.