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 of Architects Awards program offers an opportunity for public and peer recognition of the innovative work of our WA architects. The program also provides the Institute with a valuable mechanism to promote architects and architecture within WA, across Australia and internationally.
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 2022 Partnership Prospectus or contact us at wa@architecture.com.au
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.
Congratulations to David Wagner, who has been elected unopposed, Victorian Chapter President on Friday 24 June 2022.
The Australian Institute of Architects is thrilled to announce a new partnership with leading Australian aluminium systems specialist, Alspec.
The Institute welcomes Jane Cassidy and Shirley Chowdhary to the Board of Directors.
With effect from 1 July 2022, the Fair Work Commission has made the decision to increase the National Minimum Wage by 5.2% and minimum rates of pay in modern awards by either $40 per week or 4.6%.
Eight architects, including seven members, were recognised for their services to the industry and wider community in the 2022 Queen’s Birthday Honours.
We’re excited to introduce the Jury for the 2022 National Architecture Awards. Selected for their design expertise and passion for Australian Architecture, the jurors bring a wealth of experience and an array of valuable perspectives. Tasked with evaluating and deciding on the very best architecture across Australia, the five jury members are extremely well placed to lead the 2022 Awards.
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Looking for a new career opportunity in Western Australia? View architectural and built environment job openings below.
Opportunity
Due to ongoing local and national growth, our Perth Studio is seeking a talented Senior Architect to join our team and to realise potential through knowledge driven design.
Expressions of interest are sought from experienced Senior Architects to take on a key role in a variety of projects across multiple sectors, scales and complexity of works.
Ideally you will have:
TO APPLY: Please email bfg.admin@brownfalconer.com.au, attention Michael Jorgensen with a cover letter and your CV, before Friday 29 July 2022. For further details click here
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.
XAHLIA JEFFCOTE
Events and Awards Officer
HARPREET KAUR
Business Development Officer
WA Chapter
Australian Institute of Architects
33 Broadway
Nedlands, WA 6009
P: 08 6324 3100
E: wa@architecture.com.au
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