Quality of life must lead office-to-residential conversions to ensure inequities are not built into our housing system, says UNSW expert. During the pandemic, lockdown and isolation protocols left many office towers vacant. Today office occupancy levels remain at unprecedented lows with hybrid working arrangements the norm across diverse industries. There…
This year, the Victorian Chapter of the Australian Institute of Architects has strengthened its commitment to supporting projects that provide a sustainable built environment for future generations of Victorians with the introduction of a new Sustainability Checklist for all entrants across the 10 direct categories that make up the Victorian Architecture…
Melbourne Design Week, 18 – 28 May, Australia’s largest annual international design event returns, presenting innovative and engaging projects that celebrate the diversity and excellence of Australian design and architecture. Now in its seventh year, Melbourne Design Week is a vital platform to profile the breadth of Australian talent, from…
Jugs presents works by twenty acclaimed Australian artists and makers, all working with ceramics to explore the classic form of the amphora – affectionately known as jugs. From its origins, amphorae were objects of utility, used to transport materials of trade and as highly decorated, ceremonial objects – amphorae speak…
From robotics to tapestry, weather patterns to war, mysticism to megacities – NGV Triennial 2023 is a powerful and moving snapshot of the world today as captured through the work of 100 artists, designers and collectives at the forefront of global contemporary practice. Bringing contemporary art, design and architecture into…
Tree-lined vistas, riverfront boardwalks, event spaces, natural wetlands and cultural meeting places are all part of the latest design ideas for the City of Melbourne’s city-shaping Greenline Project. The proposed design ideas, created by landscape architecture and design experts T.C.L and Aspect Studios, illustrate the experience of visiting the transformed…
A new report by international design practice Hassell, From Office to Oasis outlines the commercial realities of greening a workplace and the key considerations for landlords, developers and occupiers. In workplaces across the world, employers are looking for ways to entice employees back to the office. High on the wish lists of many employees…
Canberran companies have shone at The Banksia Foundation’s 34th National Banksia Sustainability Awards, with timber recycling and design studio Thor’s Hammer and ANU Sustainable Farms initiative announced as finalists, and clean tech start-up MCi Carbon winning the Circular Transition Award. The National Banksia Sustainability Awards recognise innovation and leadership through…
A diverse and interactive garden in the heart of Melbourne this autumn will represent innovative horticulture research, landscape and floral design improving the liveability of our cityscapes. Covering 36 square metres, the innovative garden ‘woody meadows and flowery swards’ will be on display at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden…
The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) will deliver one of its largest and most ambitious public program series ever presented as part of the large-scale, gallery-wide exhibition, Melbourne Now. Community Hall is a FREE public program series inspired by the rich history of Australian community halls, and the important role…
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