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Following an American trend, the tiny house movement is a social push towards downsized living. Hundreds of Australians – families included – are joining the movement, and their reasons are varied: environmental, financial, ease of construction.
“Generally architecture really is thought of and created in the round as a three-dimensional object. In that sense it is always sculptural, whether it’s as wobbly as jelly or as straight as a die,” says Sydney-based architect Neil Durbach. So why do architects continue to be sceptical of the term ‘sculptural’ when used in relation to buildings?
Malcolm Turnbull has announced the appointment of former assistant minister for infrastructure and regional development, Jamie Briggs, as Australia’s first minister in the newly created role.
“The Opera House is truly the people’s house and we will be seeking to involve the people more and more as we plan for the next decade,” says Louise Herron, Sydney Opera House chief executive. Melbourne-based architecture firm ARM will redesign the iconic building’s largest performance venue.
A selection of the country’s award-winning architectural projects are in the running to be doubly rewarded with the AIA revealing its 2015 National Architecture Awards shortlist this week.
The rapid development and densification of Melbourne’s eastern suburbs continues, as construction begins on a $77 million multi residential apartment block atop Doncaster Hill, designed by Woods Bagot.
The Musterer’s Quarters by Luigi Rosselli Architects demonstrates the contemporary relevance of one of the oldest known building methods, taking advantage of its exceptional thermal massing and environmental properties.
The Australian Museum in Sydney this week unveiled the Crystal Pavilion designed by Neeson Murcutt with Joseph Grech Architects, stage one of its reincarnation as both a serious museum of natural history and a cultural bastion of the city’s history.
Australian LED technology company Brightgreen introduces the latest addition to its range of premium Tru-Colour interior lights.
Following the Japanese government’s official announcement to scrap Hadid’s design for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic stadium in July, the British Pritzker Prize-winner will collaborate with Japanese engineering and design firm Nikken Sekkei to create a new submission.
Peter Stutchbury gave his first Melbourne address at MSD last week, invited to share his vast body of work on tour as this year's AIA Gold Medallist. Amelyn Ng gives her account of the prolific Sydney architect's insightful presentation.
Design excellence was represented across varying scales and categories, with this year’s winning and commended projects including a place of worship and a public library, as well as student housing and luxurious hotels.
DESIGNER + SELECTS Greg Natale
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