Living
Architecture
Video Series
Exploring the ways in which architects make a genuine difference
to people's lives
Only someone with the qualifications, experience and unique skills that allows them to practise under the title architect can provide the experience and design outcomes that truly meet the individual needs of a client – whether it be in a residential, community or commercial setting.
Living Architecture focuses on how qualified architects have made a real difference in the way their clients now live, play, work and simply enjoy life, as well as providing useful insights into the process and experience of working with a design professional.
Acknowledgement of Country
The Australian Institute of Architects recognises the unceded sovereign lands and rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Peoples of these lands and waters.
This recognition generates acknowledgement and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Countries, Cultures and Communities, and their ways of being, knowing and doing. Caring for Country practices including architecture and place shaping have existed on this continent since time immemorial.
The Institute recognises a professional commitment to engage and act meaningfully through reciprocal partnership and relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Together we will support and develop the emergence of new possibilities for our shared future.
This series is exclusively sponsored by PPG (Taubmans) for 2022
PPG are an industrial paint manufacturer who produce paints, coatings and speciality materials and have been doing so for more than 135 years!
Our partnership with PPG for Living Architecture is aligned with their Taubmans brand which has a strong focus on community and supporting the consumer.
Episodes
Latest: Episode 5
HOME AS A SANCTUARY FROM THE OUTSIDE WORLD
Kingswood House is a restoration and extension of a heritage listed home with a completely reimaged interior and design. The homeowners had two core requests; firstly, a house that could support a growing family and secondly, a house that radiated warmth and had a real sense of home.
Architects: Archaea Architects
Episode 3
COMMUNICATION AS
A FORM OF ARCHITECTURE
House for Hiroko: A new residential build for a couple who wanted a Japanese inspired home in Canberra. Two of the non-negoticables included a tea pod, and bathing pod, both focal aspects of Japanese culture. A house largely composed of brick, a warmer internal palette and glass walls invites you to experience Hiroko’s Japanese heritage.
Architect: Anthony Knobel Architect
Episode 2
HARNESSING OPEN SPACE FOR A HERITAGE DUPLEX
Ziwa House: Modernising a house doesn’t mean you have to erase the original aesthetic. In this episode we find out how de Rome Architects re-invigorated this 1950s Canberra duplex by opening it up to the outside and reorganising the inside with an enduring and beautiful style.
Architect: de Rome Architects
Episode 1
Inter-war Cottage Rejuvenation
Northcote Residence lll: A residential home for a growing family of four undergoes a modest rear extension and renovation to find more space, functionality and privacy in the inner city suburb of Northcote, Victoria.
Architect: Project 12
Bushfire rebuild
The Cobargo Santa
Project
An inspiring story of rebuilding a home and a family after the devastating 2020 Australian bushfires in Cobargo, Victoria and how a community came together to help rebuild the lives of those who needed it most.
Architect: Breathe Architecture
This video series is produced by The Local Project. A design industry platform that advocates for the ongoing value of authentic design.
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Golden Elm House
A much loved 50’s style home in the foothills of Adelaide keeps true to its original style, while creating more room from a new extension…
House for Hiroko
A new residential build for a couple who wanted a Japanese inspired home in Canberra. Two of the non-negoticables included a tea pod, and bathing pod, both focal aspects of Japanese culture…
Ziwa House
Modernising a house doesn’t mean you have to erase the original aesthetic. In this episode we find out how de Rome Architects re-invigorated this 1950s Canberra duplex…
Northcote Residence |||
A residential home for a growing family of four undergoes a modest rear extension and renovation to find more space…
Working with an architect
what you need to know about working
with an architect
If you’ve never worked with an architect before or don’t understand what they do, how it works and what’s involved with the build process…
We recommend you checkout this this page to view valuable resources about what to look for when choosing an architect, the benefits and copyright (national legislation) information for architect engagement.
find an architect
Considering reaching out to an architect, but not sure where to start?
Use the Institute Directory to find qualified and registered architects in our member database for your upcoming project.
