The Australian Institute of Architects and the First Nations Advisory Committee have unveiled a new online resource that supports built environment professionals to deepen their knowledge on First Nations design considerations.
The First Nations Resource Hub aims to improve practitioners’ knowledge on culturally respectful and appropriate design for Indigenous Australians. The resource hub considers more than just aesthetics, but also provides insight on acknowledging the history and Traditional Custodians of the land, as well as how to interact with and learn from First Nations communities.
The platform includes educational materials that cover the cultural heritage of and current challenges faced by First Nations communities. It also provides architectural guidelines for creating spaces that honour and reflect First Nations cultures, along with strategies to ensure designs are culturally appropriate. Additionally, cultural protocols are included to outline respectful protocols for engaging with First Nations communities.
Outstanding projects that have incorporated best practice in First Nations design are showcased in the resource hub as examples of what can be accomplished through respectful engagement.
The new resource hub can be accessed via the Institute’s website.
Source: Architecture - architectureau
