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The Shine Dome is an excellent example of structuralist Architecture, which has remained an icon of Canberra from the time it was designed.
The Shine Dome is Significant for its association with the post - war development of the Australian scientific community at an international level. It is directly related to significant Australian Scientists who were members of the Academy or held office on its Board. ( AHC 1998)
The Shine Dome was designed by prominent Architect Sir Roy Grounds a Principal of the noted Architectural practice of Grounds, Romberg and Boyd. Sir Roy Grouds was awarded the Royal Australian Institute of Architects (RAIA) Gold Medal in 1968 and Robin Boyd the RAIA Gold Medal in 1969. Its design represents Grounds' design philosophy, reflected in the buildings form, planning and structural integrity, and in Grounds' response to the environment. (AHC 1998)
The construction of the reinforced concrete dome was a significant technical achievement of its time. (AHC 1998)
In diameter, the dome of the Academy was large by world standards and larger than any dome previously built in Australia.
Upon completion, The Shine Dome became a symbol of modern Canberra. Since then it has developed into an important landmark and tourist destination in the city.
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Project Team
Project design: Grounds Romberh & Boyd
Engineering -Structural: W. L Irwin & Assoc.:
Construction: Civil & Civic Contractors
Electrical & Mechanical: W.E Bassett and Associates, Melbourne
Acoustics: Bolt, Beranek & Newman Inc. Boston, USA
Quantity Surveyors: Rider Hunt and Partners
Landscape: Professor L.D Pryor
Superintendent of Parks & Gardens Furnishings: Bettine Grounds
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