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Towards a golden age of Australian architecture?

Towards a golden age of Australian architecture?

On the eve of 2024, our new editor, Timothy Alouani-Roby, addresses an exciting yet provocative open letter to the Australian architecture community on the opportunities of an era.

AIA Gold Medallist Kerstin Thompson at the World Architecture Festival

AIA Gold Medallist Kerstin Thompson at the World Architecture Festival

Timothy Alouani-Roby caught up with the Melbourne-based architect at the World Architecture Festival (WAF) after her AIA Gold Medal speech.

Five insights from Australian designers at the 2023 World Architecture Festival

Five insights from Australian designers at the 2023 World Architecture Festival

We asked prominent designers travelling to Singapore a simple question: what does Australian design bring to WAF? Here are the five main topics that came up.

Winners at the World Architecture Festival in Singapore

Winners at the World Architecture Festival in Singapore

The 2023 World Architecture Festival (WAF) features no less than 44 category prizes – find out about the winners and commendations from days one and two here.

A look inside Melbourne Holocaust Museum with CEO Jayne Josem

A look inside Melbourne Holocaust Museum with CEO Jayne Josem

Working with Kerstin Thompson Architects, Melbourne Holocaust Museum has undergone an enlightening redevelopment. It’s resulted in a transformative experience for both staff members and visitors alike.

One year in Bundanon: A retrospective on The Bridge and Art Museum by Kerstin Thompson Architects, part two

One year in Bundanon: A retrospective on The Bridge and Art Museum by Kerstin Thompson Architects, part two

Kerstin Thompson Architects’ work at Bundanon recently marked its one-year anniversary. With Thompson having recently been awarded the AIA Gold Medal, it’s a fitting time for a mini-retrospective, continued here in this second part.

One year in Bundanon: A retrospective on The Bridge and Art Museum by Kerstin Thompson Architects, part one

One year in Bundanon: A retrospective on The Bridge and Art Museum by Kerstin Thompson Architects, part one

Kerstin Thompson Architects’ work at Bundanon recently marked its one-year anniversary. Having garnered such international attention, and with Thompson having recently been awarded the AIA Gold Medal, it’s a fitting time for a mini-retrospective on this architectural success story.

All about Kerstin Thompson: Indesign Luminary and AIA Gold Medal recipient

All about Kerstin Thompson: Indesign Luminary and AIA Gold Medal recipient

Congratulations to Kerstin Thompson, 2023 recipient of the Australian Institute of Architects’ Gold Medal. We revisit Kerstin’s many accomplishments, among them being named an INDESIGN Luminary.

8 elegant black building exteriors

8 elegant black building exteriors

The elegance of a black building exterior has gained traction due to remarkable architects creating incredible projects.

Love letter to Melbourne: Open House program launched

Love letter to Melbourne: Open House program launched

Open House Melbourne has launched its 2022 program and it’s the post-COVID return to normal that we’ve all been craving… plus more. Here is what we’ll be booking to see.

Institute’s 2019 Architecture Award winners revealed

Institute’s 2019 Architecture Award winners revealed

Diverse, responsive and innovative, 35 winners and 12 commendations have been revealed for the Institute’s 2019 Architecture Awards.

The Institute’s 2018 National Architecture Awards shortlist revealed

The Institute’s 2018 National Architecture Awards shortlist revealed

Take a look at the outstanding work that made the cut in the Australian Institute of Architects’ national awards program.