PROGRAM
In consultation with the Australian Architecture Conference Organising Committee this year’s Precedent conference program focuses on providing delegates with the opportunity to reflect on what has come before, focus on how we face the future and shape what is yet to come.
Sunday, 29 October
Canberra Study Tours
Tours will take place on Sunday 29 October, from 1.30pm – 4.30pm. All tours will depart from the same location, have a maximum capacity of 24 attendees and will attract a fee of $45pp. Tours include transportation, a tour guide, and light refreshments.
To secure your place on a Tour, register by clicking this link. Please note Tours are not inclusive of conference registrations and are required to be booked separately.
Meet your fellow delegates as we open the 2023 Australian Architecture Conference at the National Museum of Australia with soaring ceilings and expansive windows overlooking Lake Burley Griffin in what will be a memorable evening surrounded by the Museum’s exhibits.
Sponsored by Moddex
Join fellow delegates at the iconic Arboretum overlooking the spectacular landscapes and best panoramic views in Canberra with live entertainment, various food stations and roving performers.
This event is included in conference passes and is not available as an additional purchase.
Sponsored by Bondor Metecno
This is an optional event with limited spaces available.
A networking event run by the SONA and the Emerging Architects and Graduates Network providing emerging architects the opportunity to network with their industry colleagues across the country.
This is an optional event with limited spaces available.
Secure your seat to hear from one of Australia’s iconic speakers discussing the importance of diversity to create an equal playing field. Enjoy a lighthearted breakfast overlooking the stunning Lake Burley Griffin at The Marion.
Limited seats available.
Panellists
- Kerstin Thompson LFRAIA, Kerstin Thompson Architects
- Qianyi Lim RAIA, Sibling Architecture
- Shoba Cole RAIA, KC Architecture
- Adam Haddow RAIA, SJB Architecture.
Moderated by Rob Henry RAIA, Australian Institute of Architects.
This is an optional event with limited spaces available.
Unprecedented – Failures in Practice
Monday 31 October
7am – 8.30am
Ovolo Nishi, 25 Edinburgh Ave, Canberra ACT 2601
About:
Failures happen, and form important precedents that build professionals and practices. Join us for a networking breakfast where both emerging and seasoned professionals share their experiences of overcoming obstacles and transforming them into catalysts for success.
Who can attend:
This is an exclusive event that includes content most relevant to students and emerging professionals, we encourage you to register if you are,
– A graduate within 15 years of graduating with an accredited qualification in Architecture (Master of Architecture or equivalent).
– A student enrolled in a Bachelors’s or Master’s program in a recognised architecture or related course
This is a fringe event has been developed by the Institutes Emerging Architects and Graduates Network (EmAGN) and The Student Organised Network for Architecture (SONA).
Register:
Register for this event here
This is an invitation only event.
Sponsored by Smeg.
This is an optional event with limited spaces available.
This year the Australian Institute of Architects are pleased to announce that the National Awards Ceremony will be held in Canberra to close the annual conference. This event must be booked separately and is not included in any conference ticket.
Keep your eyes peeled on the national newsletter and social media for more information.
Monday, 30 October
Coffee and registration 7.30am
CONFERENCE PLENARY SESSIONS COMMENCE AT 8:30AM
morning tea break 10.30 AM
MASTERCLASS AND SKILLS LAB SESSIONS 11.00 AM – 12.30 PM
lunch break 12.30pm
Concurrent Sessions 1.30PM
Afternoon tea 3.00pm
AFTERNOON PLENARY SESSION 3.30PM
Tuesday, 31 October
Coffee and Registration 7.30am
Welcome to day 2 8.45am
morning tea break 11.00am
MASTERCLASS AND SKILLS LAB SESSIONS 11.30 AM
LUnch break 1pm
Panel discussions 2.00pm
Day 2 Conference close 4.00PM
CONFERENCE SESSIONS
The masterclasses offer a unique opportunity for conference attendees to delve deeply into a specific topic and learn from a recognised expert in the field. It provides a focused and immersive learning experience that goes beyond the typical conference sessions, allowing participants to gain valuable knowledge, skills, and practical insights to enhance their professional development.
A Skills Lab is a hands-on workshop or training session that focuses on developing practical skills and competencies relevant to the architecture profession. It offers participants the opportunity to actively engage in activities, exercises, and simulations that enhance their abilities and provide practical experience in a controlled learning environment.
Three 30-minute sessions focusing on a topic from the Call for Abstracts submissions and moderated by an industry professional. Booking into a concurrent means you will remain in that room for all three sessions.
The panel discussions will provide a platform for experts to share their knowledge, exchange ideas, and generate meaningful discussions that benefit conference attendees. They are structured sessions where a curated group of experts and industry professionals come together to discuss and share their insights, opinions, and expertise providing an interactive platform to gain diverse perspectives, engage in thought-provoking conversations, and deepen your understanding of the subject matter.
FRINGE EVENTS
Meet your fellow delegates as we open the 2023 Australian Architecture Conference at the National Museum of Australia with soaring ceilings and expansive windows overlooking Lake Burley Griffin in what will be a memorable evening surrounded by the Museum’s exhibits.
Sponsored by Moddex
Join fellow delegates at the iconic Arboretum overlooking the spectacular landscapes and best panoramic views in Canberra with live entertainment, various food stations and roving performers.
This event is included in conference passes and is not available as an additional purchase.
Sponsored by Bondor Metecno
This is an optional event with limited spaces available.
A networking event run by the SONA and the Emerging Architects and Graduates Network providing emerging architects the opportunity to network with their industry colleagues across the country.
This is an optional event with limited spaces available.
Secure your seat to hear from one of Australia’s iconic speakers discussing the importance of diversity to create an equal playing field. Enjoy a lighthearted breakfast overlooking the stunning Lake Burley Griffin at The Marion.
Limited seats available.
Panellists
- Kerstin Thompson LFRAIA, Kerstin Thompson Architects
- Qianyi Lim RAIA, Sibling Architecture
- Shoba Cole RAIA, KC Architecture
- Adam Haddow RAIA, SJB Architecture.
Moderated by Rob Henry RAIA, Australian Institute of Architects.
This is an optional event with limited spaces available.
Unprecedented – Failures in Practice
Monday 31 October
7am – 8.30am
Ovolo Nishi, 25 Edinburgh Ave, Canberra ACT 2601
About:
Failures happen, and form important precedents that build professionals and practices. Join us for a networking breakfast where both emerging and seasoned professionals share their experiences of overcoming obstacles and transforming them into catalysts for success.
Who can attend:
This is an exclusive event that includes content most relevant to students and emerging professionals, we encourage you to register if you are,
– A graduate within 15 years of graduating with an accredited qualification in Architecture (Master of Architecture or equivalent).
– A student enrolled in a Bachelors’s or Master’s program in a recognised architecture or related course
This is a fringe event has been developed by the Institutes Emerging Architects and Graduates Network (EmAGN) and The Student Organised Network for Architecture (SONA).
Register:
Register for this event here
This is an invitation only event.
Sponsored by Smeg.
This is an optional event with limited spaces available.
This year the Australian Institute of Architects are pleased to announce that the National Awards Ceremony will be held in Canberra to close the annual conference. This event must be booked separately and is not included in any conference ticket.
Keep your eyes peeled on the national newsletter and social media for more information.
Presenters
Master of Ceremonies
Dan Bourchier
CONFERENCE OPENING
Denise Scott-Brown
*pre-recorded
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Kevin Carmody
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Lord Mayor Clover Moore
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Stan Grant
Panelist
Fred Holt
PANELIST
Thomas Hobbs
Panelist
Giulia Frittoli
PANELIST
Jessica Spresser
Panelist
Andrew MacKenzie
PANELIST
Annabelle Pegrum
PANELIST
Koos de Keijzer
PANELIST
Kevin McCloud
*conscious of their carbon footprint – joining robotically
PANELIST
Sarah Lynn Rees
PANELIST
Tim Ross
PANELIST
Darren Bradley
*conscious of their carbon footprint – joining robotically
PANELIST
Linda Cheng
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Dr Caroline Noller
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Sarah Lebner
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Dr Peter Tonkin
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Chris Walmsley
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Fleur Watson
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Jenny Edwards
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Catherine Townsend
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Andrew Pickard
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Dr. Kirsty Volz
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Patrick Kennedy
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Rachael Bernstone
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Daria Teodorowych
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Paul Reidy
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Annie Tennant
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Philip Oldfield
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Kellie Payne
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Paul Reidy
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Annie Tennant
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Philip Oldfield
KEY DATES
Contact us
Please contact the Institute’s National Events team with any enquiries:
conference@architecture.com.au
Phone: 02 6121 2021
2023 Australian Architecture Conference
