Modern Gothic: The architecture of Iwan Iwanoff

Born in Bulgaria in 1919, Iwan Iwanoff graduated with a degree in architecture and engineering from Munich University in 1946 and emigrated to Perth in 1950. Initially working in Perth for Krantz and Sheldon architects, and Yuncken Freeman Architects in Melbourne, he set up his own Perth practice in 1961. A fellowship from the Australian Institute of Architects was awarded in 1972, and he was the recipient of several international design awards for residential houses during the 1970s. Iwan passed away in 1986.

Architect at work: Kate Hislop

When we think about architects at work, we often jump back to the idea of the drawing board, the mechanical pencil, or 3D modelling and rendering on a screen. However, it’s important to remember that at its very core, architecture is about problem solving, which often takes an unexpected form.

Practice Profile: Muci

Starting a business and a family at the same time might sound like a nightmare, and we are not here to tell you that it’s been easy, but lately, we’ve realised the juggle brings with it substantial long-term benefits for our practice.

Practice Profile: Architects&Co.

As the aphorism goes, running a business with someone is like being in a marriage. Based on trust, mutual respect and good communication, Felice Burrows and Tamara Brestovac have created a solid union in their practice Architects&Co.

Practice Profile: Whispering Smith

Growing up on a farm in rural Victoria, Kate Fitzgerald learnt how to run a business early in life. “Mum and dad encouraged me to be a part of the farm from a young age – whether it was rounding up or shearing sheep, or driving the tractor,” says Kate. “We learnt how to solve problems creatively. There was no Bunnings around the corner!”

Practice Profile: Kaunitz and Yeung Architecture

Through a series of projects in the arid environment of Western Australia, predominantly built for Aboriginal communities, Kaunitz and Yeung Architecture has proposed a different approach to working with the beautiful, yet harsh, desert environment. Designing with, not for, remote Aboriginal communities, Kaunitz and Yeung are changing the narrative of remote regional architecture – creating a new vernacular for Australian desert architecture.

Practice profile: Fowler & Ward

Studio founders Jessie Fowler and Tara Ward on starting a practice committed to creating strong spaces and environmentally responsive designs.