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South Australian CHAPTER
The SA Chapter represents the interests of all its local members across the state. We promote the advancement of the profession by providing education and research programs and by engaging with local and state governments to address issues relating to the built environment.
We also work with local media outlets to promote discussion about the value of architecture in society and we foster strong industry partnerships to create more continuing education opportunities for our members.
Programs and Activities
The Institute is committed to developing and promoting a strong architectural profession and advocating for safer, more sustainable communities. Learn about local and national advocacy initiatives.
The Australian Institute of Architects National Awards program is a great way to receive public and peer recognition for your work and helps the Institute to promote architects and architecture within SA, across Australia and internationally.
Continuing Professional Development is an important avenue to improve professional knowledge and competence.
View our CPD opportunities.
Meet our Chapter Councillors and discover our local committees helping shape our work and the built environment.
Our Chapter hosts a range of local events celebrating architecture and catering to the profession and the broader community. Discover upcoming events now.
Looking for a room to hire or the latest architectural jobs in SA? Check out our notice board for information.
Our members who have been elevated to Life Fellow and Fellow within the SA Chapter, as well as associated events are highlighted.
ArchiEd is an initiative which aims to introduce school students to the world of architecture. Architects and educators are invited to get involved.
An architect has moral rights in relation to the use of their design and should be attributed when images of the work are published. See our template letters for asserting your rights.
The SA Regen Committee has compiled a selection of useful resources and tools for anyone interested in learning more about regenerative design when it comes to the built environment.
Awards
2025 SA architecture awards
Part of the National Awards Program, the SA Architecture Awards enables public and peer recognition of the innovative work of our members, and provides a valuable mechanism to promote architects and architecture within SA, across Australia and internationally.
View the 2025 Award ENTRIES Booklet
2024 SA architecture awards
Part of the National Awards Program, the SA Architecture Awards enables public and peer recognition of the innovative work of our members, and provides a valuable mechanism to promote architects and architecture within SA, across Australia and internationally.
View the 2024 SA Awards Booklet
SA Architecture Medal
The SA Architecture Medal was established in 2021 and celebrates one outstanding project from the SA Architecture Awards – the best of the best.
The SA Chapter is proud to present the Architecture Medal Series, which showcases the winning projects of each Awards program. Each film explores the working relationship between architect and client, and how a well-designed building can bring not only value, but joy to the communities using it.
Continuing Education
CPD in SA
CPD is a requirement for all architects registered in South Australia and is regulated by the Architecture Practice Board of South Australia (APBSA). The rules for CPD in SA can be found here.
CPD activities help you build your business, keep pace with current trends, enhance your recruitment and develop the skills you need to provide the best service to your clients. The SA Chapter is always happy to consider themes and topics that are of particular interest to our members, so if there is CPD that you would like to see please get in touch.
For any queries about what qualifies as CPD, please contact the APBSA.
Attribution
At the Institute we often see images of a building in an article in the media that do not attribute the architect for the project.
As author of the work, the architect has moral rights in relation to the design and should be attributed when images of the work – whether digital renders, hand drawings or photographs – are published. Even where copyright in the projects is transferred to the client, as is the case with projects for government and some private client organisations, the architect retains moral rights.
Where images are provided to the media this information should be included by the client for the project, where construction is yet to occur. Once the building is completed, it is the building owner’s responsibility to provide this information. Attribution of the photographer or artist, where applicable, is also required, but does not negate the requirement to attribute the architect.
We’ve developed some form letters around media attribution to be sent under Institute letterhead reminding people of their role. Please feel free to use these templates or contact the SA Chapter if you would like us to send it on your behalf.
ARchi Ed
archi ed is a task group of the SA Chapter of the Australian Institute of Architects. We want to encourage an appreciation of architecture and the built environment in school students and the wider community. We will do this by introducing school students to the world of architecture, the thinking behind architectural design and the many factors that contribute to what, where, how and why buildings are constructed.
Designers for Diversity
SA Designers for Diversity exists to ensure that architecture and affiliated designers of built environments can work in a profession that is equally and meaningfully navigable for all practitioners, regardless of gender, age, race, sexual preference, family structure, whether able-bodied, living with a medical condition or disability. We also value and recognise these qualities in the built environment.
We have a range of SA Practices who have signed on to the program including:
- Brown Falconer
- Cox Architecture
- DASH Architects
- GHD Woodhead
- Hames Sharley
- Hodgkison
- KHAB
- Swanbury Penglase
- TCL
- Tectvs
- Architects Ink
- BUCHAN
Please contact us to find out more.
2024 SA architecture awards
Part of the National Awards Program, the SA Architecture Awards enables public and peer recognition of the innovative work of our members, and provides a valuable mechanism to promote architects and architecture within SA, across Australia and internationally.
View the 2024 SA Awards Booklet
Notice Board
SA notice board
Looking for a new career or tender opportunity in South Australia? View architectural and built environment listings below.
Position Vacant: Senior Heritage Advisor – City of Adelaide
MAY 2025
The City of Adelaide is seeking a qualified and experienced Senior Heritage Advisor to join the Park Lands, Policy & Sustainability Program within the City Shaping Portfolio.
This key role supports the delivery of Council’s Heritage Strategy by providing expert conservation advice, assessing heritage incentive applications, and guiding heritage policy and development projects that preserve and enhance Adelaide’s distinctive character.
The ideal candidate will bring extensive knowledge of heritage architecture, conservation techniques, and relevant legislation, with strong project management and communication skills.
Position description: PDSeniorHeritageAdvisorMay2025REFRESH
For enquiries, please contact Sofia Sy, Talent Acquisition Advisor, City of Adelaide on (08) 8203 7225 or email: S.Sy@cityofadelaide.com.au.
Want to advertise a job? Free job listings are an exclusive benefit for Institute members. Contact us to find out more.
Chapter Staff
Nicolette Di Lernia - SA Executive Director
SA CHAPTER STAFF
Jan Day
Awards & Events Lead
Craig Glasson
Communications & Education Lead
NATIONAL STAFF LOCATED IN SA
ZAFIRO PAPANIKITAS
Refuel Lead (Refuel & Enterprise)
GEORGIA NOLAN
Administrator (Refuel Education)
KIM BISHOP
Administrator (Refuel Education)
VANESSA THAMM
Marketing & Business Development Officer (Education)
ABBEY CZUDEK
Major Events Lead (Awards & Projects)
RUTH ROBJOHNS (Nordstrom)
Climate Action Policy Officer
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SA Chapter
Australian Institute of Architects
Level 2
15 Leigh Street
Adelaide, SA 5000
P: +61 8 8402 5900
E: sa@architecture.com.au
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