Western Australia has appointed Rebecca Moore as the state’s new government architect.
The state’s planning minister Rita Saffioti announced the appointment on 19 August, noting that Moore was a highly qualified architect and a nationally accredited mediator with experience working in architectural practices in both Perth and London.
“I am very pleased to appoint Rebecca Moore as the new government architect, and chair of the State Design Review Panel, for Western Australia,” said Saffioti.
“With qualifications in architecture, planning and cultural heritage, and construction of the built environment, Ms Moore will bring a wealth of knowledge to guide delivery of the pipeline of projects that will support Western Australia’s economic recovery from COVID-19.
“Ms Moore’s experience as a mediator and member of the State Administrative Tribunal will also enable her to provide clear guidance and design advice, early in the planning of major projects to ensure a high quality of built outcomes.”
In her role as government architect and chair of the State Design Review Panel, she will play a key role in the design review and assessment of the state’s Metronet plans, along with a number of other significant development proposals in the pipelines.
She will also provide expert and independent advice to the planning minister and premier on key projects and strategic planning and development matters.
“We anticipate over the next 18-months up to 90 development proposals will require design review as part of the new approvals pathway for significant developments in addition to the continued rollout of Metronet and major transport infrastructure projects,” said Saffioti.
“I welcome Moore to the role and look forward to working with her to ensure good design remains at the forefront of all planning and development.”
Source: Architecture - architectureau
