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The national architecture awards shortlist has dropped!
The Australian Institute of Architects’ (AIA) 2026 National Architecture Awards Shortlist has been revealed, showcasing some of the country’s best new homes, buildings and community spaces before the winners are announced in October.
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The winners of the 2026 NSW Architecture Awards
From landmark transport infrastructure and adaptive reuse to inventive housing and regional projects, the 2026 NSW Architecture Awards recognised the breadth of architecture shaping the state.
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An architecture of Australian cultural expression: AIA Gold Medal 2026 announced
Architects Neil Durbach, Camilla Block and David Jaggers of Durbach Block Jaggers have been named as joint recipients of the Australian Institute of Architects (AIA) Gold Medal for 2026.
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Carter Williamson marks 21 years of practice
Sydney studio Carter Williamson Architects celebrates 21 years, reflecting on two decades of civic-minded architecture.
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Parliamentary Friends for Australian Urban Design reconvenes for the 48th Australian Parliament
The Parliamentary Friends reconvened at Parliament House, uniting political and professional leaders to champion architecture and design.
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Australian Institute of Architects 2025 National Architecture Awards
The Australian Institute of Architects has unveiled 43 projects representing the pinnacle of contemporary design, with winners addressing housing, climate and affordability crises through innovative solutions.
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Design Mumbai returns with global collaborations and emerging talent
From Australian architects to Spanish and Indian designers, Design Mumbai 2025 expands its international reach — proving India’s growing role on the global design stage.
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Enrico Taglietti’s life in design on show in Canberra exhibition
A retrospective at Canberra Museum + Gallery honours Enrico Taglietti, shaping the exhibition through his own design principles.
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Speakers share their reflections ahead of fjcstudio’s Queensland event
As the next event in a series of discussions centring on Richard Francis-Jones’ book comes to Brisbane, we hear directly from the speakers on fences, villas and the importance of critical community.
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The top winners from Queensland Architecture Awards
Led by a treble award-winner, projects from across Queensland have recently been recognised at the Australian Institute of Architects Queensland Awards.
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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.
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WA’s Architecture Awards winners
Woods Bagot, Architectus and Hassell were among the big recipients at the Western Australian Architecture Awards 2025.
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Shaping the future: 2025 Newcastle Architecture Awards shortlist
The 2025 Newcastle Architecture Awards shortlist showcases the city’s latest innovative, sustainable and inspirational buildings, reflecting its evolving architectural landscape and future vision.
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Five guides to address wellbeing woes in architecture
Researchers have created a series of guides to support wellbeing for architects, after a survey found architecture workers had a lower-than-average quality of life compared with Australia’s general working population.
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Celebrating boundary-pushing architectural designs in Brisbane
From playgrounds to skyscrapers, these are a few of the projects that have been celebrated at the Greater Brisbane Regional Architecture Awards for defying conventions.
Workplace
Who, what, when and where – On The Move February careers news
Rounding up the movers and shakers across architecture and design in February 2024, including news from McGregor Coxall, Buchan and more.
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AIA Queensland President’s Prize recognises a design advocate
The eponymous founder of Lindy Johnson Creative has been honoured with the 2024 President’s Prize by the Australian Institute of Architects (AIA), Queensland Chapter.
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Winners of the AIA Dulux Study Tour announced
Five early-career architects from across the country have been selected to participate in the prestigious 2024 Australian Institute of Architects (AIA) Dulux Study Tour.
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Victorian Architecture Awards 2023: Your comprehensive wrap
The 2023 Victorian Architecture Awards winners have been announced, spotlighting creative collaborations and a sustainable ethos in architecture. This year’s honours underscore the instrumental role of architectural design in shaping our everyday experiences across Melbourne and regional Victoria.
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On The Move: Design careers move forward in May
Promotions, senior appointments, mergers and more: this month’s On The Move column has it all. Find out who’s doing what with their careers in design.
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Unsettling Queenstown: Questions of decolonisation at the Venice Biennale
The Australian pavilion at this year’s Venice Architecture Biennale involves confronting questions of decolonisation in architectural form and history. Unsettling Queenstown looks at the ubiquitous presence of British colonialism.
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Five outstanding projects shortlisted for the 2023 Victorian Architecture Awards
The Australian Institute of Architects has unveiled its 2023 Victorian Architecture Awards shortlist, featuring remarkable design innovation. Here, we delve into the unique stories of five standout projects — a mix of wellness centres, commercial spaces and residential precincts.
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World Pride is here: Architects with PRIDE invites you to these 4 events
Bringing together the LGBTQI+ communities of our built environment industry, Architects with PRIDE is here to celebrate the 2023 World Pride and Mardi Gras Festival. Attend these 4 events this February.
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How can we, as designers, reach the net-zero target by 2040?
Interiors have a significant embodied carbon footprint and their churn rate is much greater than base buildings. Dr Caroline Noller of The Footprint Company lays out the situation.
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Cox, Six Degrees and Architectus among top winners at Australian Urban Design Awards
From Clayton Station by LXRA, to Putney Hill by Cox Architecture, we bring you the winners of the 2022 Australian Urban Design Awards.
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McBride Charles Ryan: Engaging students, embracing growth
McBride Charles Ryan looks ‘outside the box’ with its designs. Colourful and engaging, many of the practice’s award-winning designs can be found at Penleigh & Essendon Grammar School’s campuses.
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Urban revitalisation comes to the fore in Victorian Architecture Awards shortlist
The Victorian Architecture Awards shortlist has been announced, and we’ve selected five out of an impressive list of 125 shortlisted projects that pack a punch.
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What does a ‘good client’ bring to the table?
In this comment piece, Stephen Crafti reflects on his experience collaborating with architect Robert Simeoni on the renovation of his own home, casting a quizzical eye over the relationship between architect and client.
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Strong connections win the favour of AIA’s Victorian chapter
With the Victorian Architecture Awards 2021 shortlist revealed, connection to the bigger picture will be what ultimately distinguishes the winners from the rest.
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Adaptive reuse prevails in 2020 Victorian Architecture Awards
Just when Australia’s beloved state of Victoria could well do with a ‘good news’ story, the 2020 Victorian Architecture Awards have delivered.
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Innovative architecture for our newest schools recognised in 2020 NSW Architecture Awards
With a focus on encouraging creativity, independent learning and connection to the outdoors, a number of innovative school designs have been shortlisted in this year’s NSW Architecture Awards.
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Corner the market by marketing your design practice
The first in a three-part series of specially-crafted Acumen Practice Notes, we take a look at quick wins for marketing your practice, which doesn’t have to be overly complicated.
People
In conversation with Moshe Safdie
Moshe Safdie should need no introduction. He is a stalwart of the industry with megastructures dotted all around the world. Michael Smith of The Red and Black Architect sat down with Moshe Safdie when he was recently in the country for the Australian Institute of Architects National Conference.