Western
AUSTRALIAN
CHAPTER
Western Australian CHAPTER
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.
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.
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.
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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.
See our members who have been elevated to Fellow + Life Fellow, and check out the nomination process.
An initiative of the Institute’s National Committee for Gender Equity, the Leadership in Gender Equity Prize recognises exceptional leadership and outstanding contribution to the profession.
Partner with us to build on your brand image, create relationships with influencers and advocates of the profession, and connect with the industry’s key decision makers.
Discover our history from when the West Australian Institute of Architects was first formed in May 1896, sixty seven years after the foundation of the Swan River settlement as well as our past presidents.
2024 WA Architecture Awards
2024 WA Architecture Awards Gallery
The Australian Institute of of Architects Awards program offers an opportunity for public and peer recognition of the innovative work of our WA members.
The program also provides the Institute with a valuable mechanism to promote architects and architecture within WA, across Australia and internationally.
Continuing Education
WA CPD Program
The WA 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.
Gender Equity Initiatives
Paula Whitman Leadership in Gender Equity Prize
An initiative of the Institute’s National Committee for Gender Equity, the Leadership in Gender Equity Prize recognises exceptional leadership and outstanding contribution of an Institute member, to the advancement of gender equity in architectural practice, education and governance.
It’s named after the late Paula Whitman, Queensland architect, university professor and renowned advocate for gender equity in the profession.
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partnership opportunities
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 2024 Partnership Prospectus or contact us at wa@architecture.com.au
Policy and advocacy
medium density policy review
The WA Chapter of the Australian Institute of Architects in collaboration with the WA branch of the Association of Consulting Architects have produced a short film aimed to outline the key points of the
State Government’s new SPP7.3 Draft Medium Density Code. We have been working with the DesignWA team at the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage at various levels of stakeholder engagement and testing of the new code.
This has been a great opportunity for architects to be at the centre of the conversation about the future of our cities and communities.
Latest News
Announcing the 2025 SONA executive team
The Australian Institute of Architects are pleased to announce that the 2025 Student Organised Network for Architecture (SONA) Executive team has been appointed, with an official announcement coming soon. Congratulations to
Professional Services Practice Guide – important information for members
We are making a final call out to all members to complete a survey that is collecting data for the Professional Services Practice Guide. The survey will close on 4
Homelessness is a Housing Problem – An Industry Event for Real Change
Without rapid, radical change, Australia is on track to match homelessness rates in the U.S Join the Institute in supporting Housing All Australia, the business-led movement helping Australia’s homelessness crisis
NSW DRAFT BUILDING BILL – Architects Act to be repealed
The Minns Government has released the Building Commission NSW draft Building Bill for comment. The Institute’s policy team is completing a detailed analysis of the draft Bill in what is a
The Architect
Journal of the WA Chapter
- The Architect is the biannual journal of the Institute’s WA Chapter. WA Chapter Members receive The Architect as part of their membership. The magazine can be purchased at a range of local newsagents and bookstores for a limited time.
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Western Australian OPPORTUNITIES
Looking for a new career opportunity in Western Australia? Or a new space to lease? View architectural and built environment employment and location opportunities below.
SUBIACO CO-SHARE WORKSPACE AVAILABLE
A co-share workspace in Subiaco is available for lease, currently shared by 2 small architectural practices, nashandghersinich architects and interior designers and Maze Architects.
There are extra spaces (4 – 5 workstations) suitable for a like-minded small practice or sole practitioners in architecture or other design-related
professions. For further details, please contact Derek Nash on 0402 792 066.
Perth CBD Leasing opportunity for Architect Studio
Level 4, 56 William St, Perth
Built in 1930, 56 William Street makes a grand impression with its unique character and heritage features.
The existing tenants include Gresley Abas Architects, Mode Design Corp and Site Architecture Studio, who all have great co-existing relationships between each other. Another Architect Studio would be a perfect addition.
The level 4 office offers an impressive outlook over Central Park and surrounding area which provides plenty of amenities and lunch options. The tenancy has parquetry flooring, high ceilings, openable windows and an abundance of natural light, making this available suite an exceptional working space.
This suite is fully fitted with a modern functional fit out of 2 meeting rooms, breakout, storeroom and 20 workstations.
For further details, contact Bryce Daniel 0437 225 632 or Daniel Wee 0451 411 506
Want to advertise a job? Post your job in the member community forum.
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