The WA Chapter represents the interest of the Institute and all of its members in Western Australia. Working in accordance with the Institute’s strategic plan, our committees implement programs to support our members and respond to current issues and opportunities for the profession.
We also focus on advocacy, raising the bar of excellence in architecture and the built environment more broadly in WA while actively engaging with the broader community, industry partners, universities, and state and local government.
The WA Chapter recognises the Noongar people as the traditional land owners of Nedlands. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging.
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.
Our Chapter and National Awards programs are an opportunity for public and peer recognition of the valuable contribution architecture makes to our communities locally, nationally and internationally.
Continuing Professional Development is an important avenue to improve professional knowledge and competence. CPD is compulsory for registration in Western Australia.
View our range of online and face-to-face 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 the latest architectural jobs in Western Australia? Check out our notice board for information.
The Australian Institute of Architects Awards program offers an opportunity for public and peer recognition of the innovative work of our WA architects.
We’ve received 77 entries across the 11 categories.
From the 77 entries there are 17 projects that will be considered for the Sustainable Award, 11 for the Colorbond Award for Steel Architecture and 25 for the WA Lighting Award sponsored by Mondoluce.
The Chapter hosts continuing professional development (CPD) events that address many aspects of architectural practice.
We also conduct activities including site tours for emerging architects as well as forums addressing consumer and industry trends.
Partner your business with the peak body for architecture and design!
Partnership with the Institute provides your business with a range of different engagement and networking opportunities, allowing you to connect with key decision-makers from architectural firms throughout WA and Australia.
For more information see our 2021 Partnership Prospectus or contact us at wa@architecture.com.au
ConstructNSW have now published new content on the incoming Design and Building Practitioners laws. Information covers how to prepare, who the laws apply to, how to get registered and much
Overview The Institute has been engaged heavily in advocacy to assist and guide the development of both the Design and Building Practitioners Regulation 2020 due for release in April 2021
Curtin Architecture would like to invite practitioners to join the semester reviews happening as part of students’ submissions. Anyone who is interested can reach out to either Dr. Parisa Izadpanahi
Curtin University is introducing a Practical Experience Unit in the Master of Architecture Course and would like Expressions of Interest from architectural practices registered in Western Australia willing to take
We’ve been pleased to see an overwhelming amount of entries submitted for the 2021 WA Architectural Awards. Our team are currently working around the clock to ensure the awards submission,
Peter Hobbs, WA Chapter President After a successful International Women’s Day celebration earlier this month, we could have been forgiven for thinking all is well in our profession regarding gender
The Architect is the biannual journal of the Institute’s WA Chapter. WA Chapter Members receive The Architect as part of their membership. Non-members can purchase from Boffins, New Edition, Crow Books and Planet Books.
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Looking for a new career opportunity in Western Australia? View architectural and built environment job openings below.
This is a full-time Fixed Term position for a period of up to 12 months (with the possibility of extension). The most competitive applicant will be offered the position as an Expression of Interest, secondment opportunity or Fixed Term Contract depending on their circumstances.
This role is a Main Roads Western Australia position but will require the successful applicant to be based at the Office of Government Architect.
With Architecture Studio is a medium scaled design-led studio based in Northbridge. The practice has a firmly established state and national reputation. We deliver progressive architecture that is the result of design and documentation rigor and proactive project teams. We employ a process of inquiry and analysis, looking beyond the brief and challenging convention to discover something unique that will yield engaging experiences and create value for client and community.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed senior architect that can add knowledge, local experience and capability to our studio.
The successful candidate will be someone who will complement our team and be a valued addition to our studio. We expect you to be open-minded, enthusiastic and attentive to detail. You will demonstrate the technical knowhow to assist us in translating creative ideas into constructed reality.
The successful candidate will have the following attributes and demonstrated experience:
A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience (post-graduate) in running multi-residential and educational projects independently from Schematic through to Project Completion
Contract Administration
Project Management
Documentation and Construction
Practice Culture
Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Application Requirements
Digital applications to info@withstudio.com.au and must include
Want to advertise a job? Free job listings are an exclusive benefit for Institute members. Contact us at wa@architecture.com.au to find out more.
The WA Chapter has rooms for hire from informal meeting spaces to our large boardroom with seating up to 75 theatre style and approximately 20 boardroom style.
Contact us to book.
Alison Hargraeves
Member Services Officer
WA Chapter
Australian Institute of Architects
33 Broadway
Nedlands, WA 6009
P: +61 8 6324 3100
E: wa@architecture.com.au
