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Unsettling Queenstown: Questions of decolonisation at the Venice Biennale

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.

Five outstanding projects shortlisted for the 2023 Victorian Architecture Awards

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.

World Pride is here: Architects with PRIDE invites you to these 4 events

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.

How can we, as designers, reach the net-zero target by 2040?

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.

Cox, Six Degrees and Architectus among top winners at Australian Urban Design Awards

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.

McBride Charles Ryan: Engaging students, embracing growth

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.

Urban revitalisation comes to the fore in Victorian Architecture Awards shortlist

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.

What does a ‘good client’ bring to the table?

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.

Strong connections win the favour of AIA’s Victorian chapter

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.

Adaptive reuse prevails in 2020 Victorian Architecture Awards

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.

Innovative architecture for our newest schools recognised in 2020 NSW Architecture Awards

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.

Corner the market by marketing your design practice

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.