Architectural Design

The Australian Institute of Architects is a national body consisting of almost 10,000 members across Australia and overseas. The Institute was formed in 1930 when state architectural institutes combined to form a unified national association.

The Australian Institute of Building Surveyors (AIBS) is recognised nationally and internationally as the peak professional body representing Building Surveyors in Australia. Building Surveyors are responsible for making sure buildings are safe, energy efficient, accessible and meet all legal requirements.

The Building Designers Association of Australia (BDAA) is the single national association that represents, advocates for, promotes and connects building designers throughout Australia.

Design Matters National is an industry association representing building design and drafting professionals, as well as accredited energy raters.

The Facility Management Association of Australia Ltd (FMA Australia) represents professionals involved in the strategic and operational management of facilities for both public and private sector organisations throughout Australia, as well as those professionals who support the industry through the provision of products and services.

Launched in 2002, the GBCA is a national, not-for-profit organisation that is committed to developing a sustainable property industry for Australia by encouraging the adoption of green building practices. It is uniquely supported by both industry and governments across the country.

The Master Builders Association of Victoria was established in 1875 by a group of distinguished builders intent on raising standards within the industry. Since that time the organisation has grown to become a pre-eminent industry voice with members universally renowned for their reliability, skill and professionalism.

A comprehensive site providing information on safety in the Victorian workplace, primarily to help avoid workplace injuries occurring and also to enforce Victoria's occupational health & safety laws.

Established in 1991, the WMRR is Australia's peak association for waste management professionals. With over 1,000 members, the association provides the opportunity for networking, communication and involvement in projects aimed to encourage sustainable waste management.

ArchitectureAU.com is a continually updating online resource for anyone interested in our built environment. It is a dynamic website providing extensive coverage of the news of the day, exclusive commentary from leading writers, practitioners, academics and critics, and an ever-expanding archive of realized work. The curated content is extensive and easily categorized as projects, awards, news, reviews, practice, people, discourse, products and calendar.

The Clean Energy Council is the peak body representing Australia’s clean energy sector. It is an industry association made up of more than 440 member companies operating in the fields of renewable energy and energy efficiency.

Council House 2 (CH2) is a visionary building leading the way in ecologically sustainable design and facility management. CH2 has been designed to not only conserve energy and water, but the quality of the internal environment of building has also been designed to improve the wellbeing of its occupants. CH2 demonstrates a new approach to workplace design, creating a model for others to learn from and follow.

Good Environmental Choice Australia (GECA), a not-for-profit organisation, exists to reduce environmental harm by promoting the production and consumption of environmentally preferable products and services.

Architecture and Design is Australia’s largest commercial architecture, building, construction and design media network providing expert commentary and news updates on people, projects and product though daily e-newsletters, quarterly magazine and website.

SBE's holistic approach to problem solving spans design to implementation, and is centred around a strategic focus on the end user. As architects and designers we have a thorough understanding of the importance of delivering integrated design outcomes for our clients and partners.

WoodSolutions features innovative timber buildings from Australia and around the world. These case studies focus on the use of timber across a vast range of applications, highlighting both its natural and environmental benefits over using steel, concrete or aluminium.

Australia’s leading not-for-profit organisation promoting sustainable technology and practice. Renew offers advice on conserving energy, building with natural materials, reusing, reducing the use of and recycling natural resources.

Launched in 2002, the GBCA is a national, not-for-profit organisation that is committed to developing a sustainable property industry for Australia by encouraging the adoption of green building practices. It is uniquely supported by both industry and governments across the country.

ICONIC HOUSES is the international network connecting architecturally significant houses and artists’ homes and studios from the 20th century that are open to the public as house museum. The platform also focuses on conservation, management, policy and cooperation.

Provides information about the most prominent architectural styles of Australian houses, from early Victorian to Modern.