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Layers of meaning in Greenaway Architects’ Melbourne pavilion

Layers of meaning in Greenaway Architects’ Melbourne pavilion

Designed with culture and meaning, Casuarina Pavilion is a jewel in the crown of Melbourne city and a place where everyone can come together to celebrate Country.

Giving form to yarning: Stories Indesign with Venice Architecture Biennale team

Giving form to yarning: Stories Indesign with Venice Architecture Biennale team

Dr Michael Mossman and Jack Gillmer-Lilley, two of the Creative Directors for the 2025 Australia Pavilion, join us for an in-person podcast to discuss their project, HOME, and Indigenising the built environment.

Hassell’s vision for Australia’s newest city in over a century starts with workplace design

Hassell’s vision for Australia’s newest city in over a century starts with workplace design

In Western Sydney, Hassell’s First Building for Bradfield City Centre aims to be regenerative, adaptable and connected to First Nations culture.

What does designing with Country mean today?

What does designing with Country mean today?

Yerrabingin CEO Christian Hampson on how the concept is maturing and the overlap with fundamental design principles, as well as some pitfalls to avoid.

Architectus’ Ruah Centre for Women and Children marks an Australian first

Architectus’ Ruah Centre for Women and Children marks an Australian first

Architectus has delivered Perth’s new Ruah Centre for Women and Children (RCWC), the first purpose-built facility of its kind in Australia for women and children affected by family and domestic violence.

A case study in the evolution of public art

A case study in the evolution of public art

The Heffron Centre in Maroubra, Sydney, stands as a testament to how authentic public art powered by collaborative project teams can transform urban spaces.

BVN Associate in the vanguard of Aboriginal women architects

BVN Associate in the vanguard of Aboriginal women architects

With her recent registration, Tiana Furner is among the first cohort of Indigenous women registered as architects in Queensland and indeed Australia.

A Luchetti Krelle-designed culinary oasis in Sydney’s Western Suburbs

A Luchetti Krelle-designed culinary oasis in Sydney’s Western Suburbs

Nestled within the newly launched surf park URBNSURF Sydney, RAFI URBNSURF offers a local dining experience that integrates richly with its surroundings.

Video: Mass timber on the rise with Arup in Perth

Video: Mass timber on the rise with Arup in Perth

Perth’s first timber hybrid office tower is complete, designed by – and home to – Arup in Western Australia.

Balarinji comment: Designing with Country offers a unique opportunity for designers

Balarinji comment: Designing with Country offers a unique opportunity for designers

In this comment piece, Indigenous Creative Lead at Balarinji, Johnny Bridges, discusses designing with Country and the environment.

Reflections from Nguluway DesignInc and DesignInc Sydney’s National Reconciliation Week Panel

Reflections from Nguluway DesignInc and DesignInc Sydney’s National Reconciliation Week Panel

The panel at Nguluway DesignInc and DesignInc Sydney’s event encouraged industry professionals to prioritise reconciliation through education, collaboration and inclusive practices.

Ngurra: The National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Precinct Competition

Ngurra: The National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Precinct Competition

Set in Canberra and led by Hassell, Edition Office, COLA Studio and Djinjama, the winning design concept is the National Indigenous Knowledge and Cultural Centre.