National Architecture Awards – Get Involved!
21 Oct 2020
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The Australian Institute of ARchitects
The peak body for architecture
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
Tue
27
Virtual Tour: University of Wollongong’s Sustainable Buildings Research Centre – Member Lean In Session
27 Oct 2020 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEDT
Wed
28
Section J and beyond – Regulation changes and impacts, featuring case studies
28 Oct 2020 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm AEDT
Wed
28
ZERO – Lecture 6 | Zero carbon and living building challenge certified
28 Oct 2020 at 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm AWST
Thu
29
Thu
29
Thu
29
Young Architects: You Can’t Ask That! + local book launch event
29 Oct 2020 at 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm AEDT
Harvey Norman Commercial Division, 31 Dacre St, Mitchell ACT 2911
Harvey Norman Commercial Division, 31 Dacre St
ACT
2911
Australia
Fri
30
Nov
04
ArchiTECH – Designing ventilated facade systems for industry compliance by Equitone
4 Nov 2020 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 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
Federal environmental legislation must protect Australian War Memorial’s heritage value
21 Oct 2020
The Australian Institute of Architects has today called on the Federal Environment Minister to block approval of the Australian War Memorial’s redevelopment proposal arguing that
Federal Budget 2020: Budget Highlights pertinent to the Architecture Profession
7 Oct 2020
As expected, the budget contained measures to deal with assisting the business community during the pandemic and stimulating the economy. Highlights for the architectural professions
Construction cliff still a concern in wake of big-spending budget
7 Oct 2020
The Australian Institute of Architects has warned that the 2020 Federal Budget may not be enough to stop the pipeline of new construction projects drying
Celebrating World Architecture Day
5 Oct 2020
This World Architecture Day, the critical role urban design and architecture can play in building stronger, more sustainable and better connected cities and communities is centre stage in our celebrations.
Update from Alice Hampson, National President
28 Sep 2020
Dear Members, During my Presidency, I would like to update all of the members on each meeting of National Council which meets a minimum three
Membership
Why join the institute?
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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Open to individuals who graduated from a recognised architecture course. Become a part of EmAGN, a design community for graduates and emerging architects, and receive local and national support to successfully merge into the profession.
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