The Association of Consulting Architects has released the results of its second “pulse check” survey of the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on Australian architecture practices. Preliminary results reveal practices have “serious concerns” about the effect of the pandemic on workflow, finances and employment. Of particular concern are the 89 percent of responding practices that […] More
Developer Mirvac has revised its plans to redevelop the Harbourside Shopping Centre in Darling Harbour, submitting a new concept proposal for a redevelopment designed by FJMT and Aspect Studios to the NSW Government. The project would include the demolition of the existing centre, to be replaced with a new shopping centre and a 153-metre tower […] More
A group of young architects in the United Kingdom have launched a petition calling for the shutdown of construction sites, in the midst of widespread lockdowns to limit the spread of COVID-19. The Architecture Foundation’s Young Network said in their petition, “Construction workers are unable to do their work and social distance at the same […] More
The NSW government has released details of a strategy for the planning of the Pyrmont peninsula, pressing ahead with a community consultation process despite the COVID-19 outbreak. In a statement, planning minister Rob Stokes said, “The planning system is keeping people in jobs, unlocking investment opportunities and keeping the economy moving through this unprecedented crisis. […] More
The Association of Consulting Architects (ACA) has launched a second “pulse check” survey of Australian architecture practices, as part of an ongoing project to gauge the state of the industry as the economic bite of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to deepen. The first installment of the survey, launched on 15 March, drew responses from 1,341 […] More
American architect, theorist and urbanist Michael Sorkin has died in New York after contracting COVID-19. Sorkin was also an influential author and editor on 20 books on contemporary architecture, urbanism, urban culture, environmentalism and sustainability, pedestrianization and public space. His notable books include Local Code: The Constitution of a City at 42° N Latitude, Exquisite […] More
Queensland architect and 1998 Gold Medalist Gabriel Poole has died. Born in Ipswich in 1934, Poole became one of the most significant architects to have emerged from Queensland, with his houses in particular attracting accolades and recognition from his peers. His Tent House in Eumundi won the Institute’s 1990 Robin Boyd Award and the Queensland […] More
Dear Prime Minister The Australian Institute of Architects (the Institute) commends you on the leadership your government is showing in support of businesses and importantly the most vulnerable members of the community whose jobs and livelihoods are under threat. The Institute believes that stimulus measures that are aimed at the development sector, and all its […] More
