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2021 AWARD ENTRIES NOW OPEN

The National Architecture Awards program enables public and peer recognition of the outstanding work of our members.

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CELEBRATING 90 YEARS OF THE AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS

This November marks the 90th anniversary of the Australian Institute of Architects.

Read more and hear from National President Alice Hampson.

COMMUNITY, YOUR NEW MEMBER NETWORKING PLATFORM

Your new online discussion and resources platform. Communicate and connect on important topics with fellow members.

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COVID-19 PANDEMIC RESPONSE

We appreciate that COVID-19, also known as coronavirus, will be a source of concern for many, from both a health and financial perspective. We've put together a webpage resource with some important information for members that is frequently updated.

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We represent over 11,500 members globally, committed to raising design standards and positively shaping the places where we live, work and meet.

Along with our members, we are dedicated to improving our built environment and the communities we call home by promoting quality, responsible, sustainable design and advocating on behalf of the profession for the benefit of all Australians.

What's on

Feb 01

COMING SOON: Liveable Housing through the lens of Dementia

1 Feb 2021 at 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm AWST

Australian Institute of Architects – WA Chapter

33 Broadway

WA 6009

Australia

Feb 11

CAST – Architectural Sketch Competition

11 Feb 2021 at 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm ACDT

Mar 04

Details – In Conversation with Lisa Martin

4 Mar 2021 at 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm ACDT

Policy and Advocacy

Cladding and Building Safety

From cladding/ACPs to inadequate registration; from self-certification to inequitable risk allocation in contracts; the state of Australia’s construction industry is worrying, and the solution complex but the simple reality is the need for urgent regulatory reform.

Our focus with regard to building regulation has always been and remains on four key aspects within the profession’s areas of expertise:

quality
safety
regulatory reform and
compliance.

We must protect the safety of our communities and return confidence to the sector.

Procurement of architectural services

We have developed a set of Guidelines for EOI and RFT for architectural services following research into best practice EOI and RFT methods in public sector and educational institutions that commission architectural services.

The objective of the guidelines is for potential clients to review their own EOI and RFT methods and documents and align them with best practice to enable an effective and efficient process that maximises the potential for high quality built outcomes and reduces bidding and assessment costs for all.

Save Anzac Hall

We launched our Hands off Anzac Hall campaign on 7 November 2018, opposing plans to demolish this award-winning building.

The Australian War Memorial is hell-bent on demolishing Anzac Hall as part of its extravagant $500 million redevelopment plans.

As architects, we are passionate about preserving Australia’s heritage and honouring our national history, nowhere more so than the extraordinary service and sacrifice of the servicemen and women. Destroying such an investment – of effort, culture, and family memories – is a waste and mark of disrespect.

News

Vale Michael Bryce AM AE KStJ FRSA LFDIA LFRAIA

18 Jan 2021

With the deepest sadness, we acknowledge the passing of acclaimed architect and designer Michael Bryce AM AE KStJ FRSA LFDIA LFRAIA.

Introducing your 2021 Council Members

15 Jan 2021

Our Elections have now ended. Congratulations to all of the new National and Chapter Councillors. We also thank the outgoing members for their valuable contributions.

2020 CEO wrap up

21 Dec 2020

At the end of a year so clearly marked by the concept of distance, what I believe will stay with us most powerfully here at

Christmas Greetings from Alice

21 Dec 2020

Dear Members, My Christmas Greetings coincides with my second Presidential National Council Update. National Council’s last meeting for 2020 took place over two days on

Australian Building Codes Board – New proposals that impact on architects

21 Dec 2020

The Australian Building Codes Board has a number of papers out for consultation that relate to the recommendations of the Building Confidence Report. These papers

Vale Dirk Bolt FRAIA

18 Dec 2020

It is with sadness that we notify members of the passing of Dirk Bolt FRAIA, who made a considerable contribution to Canberra’s architecture. Dirk will

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