What does it mean to make a city with care? Australia’s flagship forum for urban designers, thinkers and placemakers returns this August. Melbourne and Sydney, 2 June 2026 — The Naomi Milgrom Foundation has unveiled the international keynote speakers for Living Cities Forum 2026, with award-winning architect Anupama Kundoo (Germany/India),…
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sleep over at the Royal Exhibition Building, a series of large-scale light installations along the Yarra River, and a homage to world-renowned American composer Philip Glass are at the heart of this year’s Now or Never program. From Wednesday 19 to Sunday 30 August, the City…
A partnership between MINI and green magazine presents a video series on residential architecture that is at the cutting edge in terms of energy usage and adaptability. This home looks over Merri Creek in Melbourne’s inner north and is a great example of how existing homes present an opportunity and…
An Australian startup building homes from hemp has secured $2 million in NSW Government funding to scale its manufacturing from a facility in Toormina, near Coffs Harbour. The investment aims to shift the construction industry away from carbon-heavy materials while supporting the state’s agriculture sector. Living Canvas is a recipient…
Australia’s landscapes are at a tipping point prompting one of the country’s most influential artists to step forward in support of large-scale conservation. The Nature Conservancy (TNC) Australia has announced celebrated contemporary artist Ben Quilty, as its first Ambassador. A leading voice in the nation’s art community, Quilty is renowned for…
For more than two decades, UNLEASHED has launched the careers of some of Queensland’s most exciting makers. This year, an expanded edition of artisan’s career-defining biennial raises the bar by debuting at HOTA, Home of the Arts on the Gold Coast. Behind every remarkable object is a maker with a…
Australia is designed every day. It’s time we counted the people behind it. The Design Institute of Australia launches Write DESIGNER, a national advocacy campaign ahead of Census Night on Tuesday 11 August. Every day, Australians live and interact with thousands of examples of design, from the clothes they wear…
The Art Gallery of New South Wales invites visitors back into the world of iconic Australian artist Brett Whiteley with the reopening of the Brett Whiteley Studio on Saturday 25 July, following extensive building upgrades that preserve the spirit of one of Australia’s most significant artist’s studios. Located in Whiteley’s…
A new dimension of water for a more sustainable future. LAUFEN presents VOLTA, a concept created in collaboration with Yves Behar that celebrates water and the solar power of the world’s first electric tunnel kiln. The designer has created a revolutionary concept in Saphirkeramik inspired by the world’s first electric…
The Australian Institute of Architects’ 2026 National Architecture Awards Shortlist has been revealed, showcasing the country’s best new homes, buildings and community spaces in contention to win Australia’s most prestigious architecture awards. These 62 shortlisted projects represent the pinnacle of Australian residential and urban design and can be found in…
19 July – 13 September 2026 JamFactory is proud to present its 2026 ICON exhibition, Tjunkaya Tapaya OAM: Nyuyuntja – stoking of the fire, keeping the fire alive, celebrating the remarkable life, art and cultural legacy of senior Aṉangu elder and acclaimed artist Tjunkaya Tapaya OAM (1947–2025). Presented in partnership…
From 31 July to 24 October 2026, the National Art School Gallery will present Margaret Olley: Australian Intimiste, celebrating the legacy and significant achievements of Margaret Olley AC, National Art School alum and one of Australia’s most beloved painters, through the lens of the European artistic tradition intimisme, which honours…
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