From the Tas Executive Director
18 Feb 2020
We’re well into the swing of things in the Chapter office and are looking forward to an exciting year. Along with my role as Executive
The Australian Institute of ARchitects
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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
Mon
24
Bates Smart Award for Architecture in Media – Victoria Only
5 Feb 2020 at 8:00 am - 27 Mar 2020 at 11:30 pm AEDT
Bates Smart Award
Australia
Wed
26
Canapes and Conversation with Minister – Hon. Eva Lawler MLA
26 Feb 2020 at 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ACST
Sat
29
Tasmanian Architecture Awards 2020: Presentation to the Jury & LIVESTREAM
29 Feb 2020 at 10:00 am - 4:45 pm AEDT
Sat
29
Tasmanian Architecture Awards 2020: Presentation to the Jury – Launceston LIVESTREAM
29 Feb 2020 at 10:00 am - 5:00 pm AEDT
Policy and Advocacy
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.
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.
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
Constitutional reform update: summary of proposed revisions
18 Feb 2020
The Board and National Council met last week and decided on some further proposed revisions to the Constitution
2020 Australian Institute of Architects Dulux Study Tour Winners
5 Feb 2020
We’re pleased to announce the winners of the 2020 Australian Institute of Architects Dulux Study Tour
Find an Architect website working group: Call for expression of interest
31 Jan 2020
The Australian Institute of Architects is seeking four members to establish a working group to act as an advisory group for the redesign of the
2020 Australia Day Honours
31 Jan 2020
On 26 January 2020, the Governor-General and Chancellor of the Order of Australia, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), announced 1099 awards
Policy and Advocacy Update
29 Jan 2020
Support during the national bushfire crisis, Australian War Memorial $500 million redevelopment, building and construction regulation – ABC’s 7.30: Defects in the construction industry, surrender of intellectual property to government by architectural consultants and more
Membership
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Shape the future of the architecture profession in Australia and abroad through a connected global community of over 11,500 design professionals. Together, we give a voice to the profession, advocating for the highest standards for our communities. As a member, you will have access to the tools and networks to grow your career and practice at all stages, from student to senior practitioner and alternative career paths.
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