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Changemaker by design

Changemaker by design

Kerstin Thompson, architect and advocate, has influenced the language of Australian architecture and made a profound difference to people and place.

Designing density with character in our inner suburbs

Designing density with character in our inner suburbs

Kerstin Thompson of KTA and Neometro Director Lochlan Sinclair discuss density, character and the inner city during a recent gathering in St Kilda East.

Australian Institute of Architects 2025 National Architecture Awards

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.

Major Award Winners at the 2025 Victorian Architecture Awards announced

Major Award Winners at the 2025 Victorian Architecture Awards announced

From public buildings to private dwellings, the 2025 Victorian Architecture Awards celebrated excellence across the board – here, we take a look at the major winners.

Art and learning take centre stage in new addition to Tarrawarra Museum of Art

Art and learning take centre stage in new addition to Tarrawarra Museum of Art

Victoria’s art scene is humming with the opening of the new Eva and Marc Besen Centre designed by Kerstin Thompson Architects (KTA).

Echoes of Country at Bundanon

Echoes of Country at Bundanon

Bundanon has announced its third major exhibition for 2024. Bagan Bariwariganyan: echoes of country and running from November 2nd to February 9th, 2025.

Shaping our communities: The 2024 Victorian Architecture Awards

Shaping our communities: The 2024 Victorian Architecture Awards

The 2024 Victorian Architecture Awards honour exceptional architectural design across Melbourne and regional Victoria, acknowledging innovative projects that shape sustainable communities. Recognising achievements in collaboration, sustainability and innovation, here are the winners:

Work & Play: INDESIGN #91 is here!

Work & Play: INDESIGN #91 is here!

The latest print magazine is about to arrive! With Guest Editor Adam Haddow in the hot seat, we are delighted to share some of the highlights.

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.