Museums

A deeply meditative design by HAS design and research

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A deeply meditative design by HAS design and research

Simple Design Archive is inspirational architecture that is designed for people and place, with serenity at its heart.

Coming home to the creative incubator: ACMI by Warren and Mahoney

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Coming home to the creative incubator: ACMI by Warren and Mahoney

In Melbourne’s Fed Square, the ACMI team is now working under one roof in a colourful new space home to co-working residents and museum staff.

How long is the bridge between nature and architecture? One kilometre, says Junya Ishigami

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How long is the bridge between nature and architecture? One kilometre, says Junya Ishigami

At Zaishui Art Museum in Ritzhao, Shandong Province, the Japanese architect has recontextualised the connection between architecture, nature and water.

Ramses the Great in residence at the Australian Museum

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Ramses the Great in residence at the Australian Museum

There’s still time to see the milestone exhibition, Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs – the display of Egyptian riches runs until 19 May.

A look inside Melbourne Holocaust Museum with CEO Jayne Josem

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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.

3 stunning creations by André Fu for Hong Kong Palace Museum

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3 stunning creations by André Fu for Hong Kong Palace Museum

André Fu’s design language derives from his desire to create a cross-cultural dialogue initiated by the Hong Kong Palace Museum, and now he revolutionised the concept of modern luxury articulation for the historical and artistic exchanges that comprise the institution.

Making space for Cooper: The Eromanga Natural History Museum

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Making space for Cooper: The Eromanga Natural History Museum

Dr Stephen Long of Architectus takes us to the Queensland outback where The Eromanga Natural History Museum houses ‘Cooper’, Australia’s largest known dinosaur.

Museums Matter: Culture and the National Economy

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Museums Matter: Culture and the National Economy

Behind the often stunning facades of our museums, art galleries, cultural centres and design precincts reside powerful contributors to the Australian economy – and they don’t show any signs of stopping.