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Every design project is a research project | Nigel Bertram
May 4, 2026
22m 48s
Private vision, public value | Ingrid Richards
Apr 27, 2026
22m 49s
Building as an act, not an object | Níall McLaughlin
Apr 20, 2026
22m 59s
Are we overprotecting play? | Mike Hewson
Apr 13, 2026
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How to practise what you preach | Sarah Lynn Rees
Apr 6, 2026
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| 5/4/26 |  Every design project is a research project | Nigel Bertram | Nigel Bertram believes all design projects are research projects. As director of Melbourne-based practice NMBW Architecture Studio and practice professor of architecture at Monash University, he has established a practice model that maximises the relationship between practice and academia, allowing research to inform and guide his studio’s projects. In this episode, Nigel reflects on the opportunities for innovation through research-led design and speaks to the value of post-occupancy evaluations. Further reading: St Albans Housing by NMBW Architecture Studio and MADA https://architectureau.com/articles/st-albans-housing/ Revisited: St Albans Housing https://architectureau.com/articles/revisited-st-albans-housing/ Sanders Place by NMBW Architecture Studio, Openwork and Finding Infinity https://architectureau.com/articles/sanders-place-by-nmbw-architecture-studio-openwork-and-finding-infinity/ University of Melbourne Student Precinct Project by Lyons et al https://architectureau.com/articles/university-of-melbourne-student-precinct-project/ | 22m 48s | ||||||
| 4/27/26 | Private vision, public value | Ingrid Richards | Ingrid Richards is a renowned Australian architect who co-founded Richards and Spence with Adrian Spence in 2008, and has since contributed significantly to the civic identity of Brisbane and beyond. The practice is perhaps best known for its instrumental involvement in the development of the James Street Precinct in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley through a series of independent projects – including the Calile Hotel and the Ada Lane Development. In today’s episode, Katelin Butler, editorial director at Architecture Media, asks Ingrid to reflect on the considerations required when designing civic legacy from private commissions and what urban qualities evolve best over time. Further Reading Urbane luxury: The Calile Hotelhttps://architectureau.com/articles/the-calile-hotel/ Incremental civic-ness: James Street Precincthttps://architectureau.com/articles/james-street-precinct/ 2019 Eat Drink Design Awards: Best Hotel Designhttps://architectureau.com/articles/2019-eat-drink-design-awards-best-hotel-design/ Nineteen Jameshttps://architectureau.com/articles/block-works/ Tactical urbanism: Fish Lanehttps://architectureau.com/articles/tactical-urbanism-fish-lane/ 205 North Quay by Hassell, REX and Richards and Spencehttps://architectureau.com/articles/205-north-quay-by-hassell-rex-and-richards-and-spence/ Richards and Spence’s seven favourite hotel designshttps://architectureau.com/articles/richards-and-spence-seven-favourite-hotel-designs/ | 22m 49s | ||||||
| 4/20/26 | Building as an act, not an object | Níall McLaughlin | Níall McLaughlin founded his London-based practice, Níall McLaughlin Architects, in 1990. Over three decades, the studio has developed a reputation for elegant detailing and thoughtful material exploration. This careful, consistent approach shapes a diverse body of work across a wide range of typologies. Underpinning it all is McLaughlin’s belief that building is “an act, not an object.” Following the announcement that Níall McLaughlin Architects has been appointed to design a new Catholic cathedral in Sydney, ArchitectureAu editor Lucia Amies speaks with McLaughlin about his studio’s philosophy, process and evolving approach to architecture. Further Reading Australia’s first new cathedral in over a century planned for Sydneyhttps://architectureau.com/articles/australias-first-new-cathedral-in-over-a-century-planned-for-sydney/ 2026 RIBA Gold Medal won by ‘humble visionary’https://architectureau.com/articles/2026-riba-gold-medal-won-by-humble-visionary/ | 22m 59s | ||||||
| 4/13/26 | Are we overprotecting play? | Mike Hewson | Mike Hewson is originally from Aotearoa New Zealand and has been based in Sydney for the past decade. He has a background in structural engineering and heavy-civil construction, and he holds a Master of Fine Arts in visual arts from Columbia University. Mike is perhaps best known for his inventive hybrid playground projects, which he describes as part art and part infrastructure. In 2025, Mike opened his first solo presentation, The Key’s Under the Mat, at the Art Gallery of New South Wales. The exhibition invites visitors to rethink what a playground and public space can be – a recurring agenda throughout Mike’s work. In today’s episode, Emily Wong, editor of Landscape Australia, sits down with Mike to discuss how avoiding overdesigning (or overprescribing) public space can foster moments of unexpected delight, playful risk and multi-generational inclusivity.Further Reading Playful chaos: the art of risky playgroundshttps://architectureau.com/articles/playful-chaos-the-art-of-risky-playgrounds/ Discovery and daring: Rocks on Wheelshttps://landscapeaustralia.com/articles/rocks-on-wheels/ Mike Hewson: The Key’s Under the Mathttps://architectureau.com/calendar/exhibitions/mike-hewson-the-keys-under-the-mat/ | 22m 15s | ||||||
| 4/6/26 | How to practise what you preach | Sarah Lynn Rees | Sarah Lynn Rees is a Palawa woman descending from the Plangermaireener and Trawlwoolwaypeoples of north-east Lutruwita/Tasmania. In addition to her role as associate principal at national architecture studio Jackson Clements Burrows, Sarah is an academic and writer. Over the course of her career, Sarah has been a prominent advocate for Indigenising the built environment, leading systemic reform in many ways – most notably by updating The National Standard of Competency for Architects (NSCA) to require practitioners to demonstrate a level of understanding of culture, Country and Indigenous engagement processes. In today’s episode, Sarah speaks on how her activism and support for Indigenous agency and leadership in architecture is being realised in project conception, procurement and delivery. Further Reading Atlantic Fellows for Social Equity Hub by Jackson Clements Burrows Architectshttps://architectureau.com/articles/atlantic-fellows-for-social-equity-hub-by-jackson-clements-burrows/ Winning design unveiled for WSU Indigenous Centre of Excellencehttps://architectureau.com/articles/winning-design-unveiled-for-wsu-indigenous-centre-of-excellence/ It costs nothing to carehttps://architectureau.com/articles/it-costs-nothing-to-care/ Design competitions: Starting from Countryhttps://architectureau.com/articles/design-competitions-starting-from-country/ Indigenizing practice: Documenting Indigenous projects for publicationhttps://architectureau.com/articles/indigenizing-practice-documenting-indigenous-projects-for-publication/ Indigenizing practice: To award, or not to award?https://architectureau.com/articles/indigenizing-practice-to-award-or-not-to-award/ Blakitecture: Beyond acknowledgement and into actionhttps://architectureau.com/articles/blakitecture-beyond-acknowledgement-and-into-action/ Nexus 2013: a coming together of thingshttps://architectureau.com/articles/nexus-the-coming-together-of-things/ | 20m 58s | ||||||
| 3/30/26 | Has architecture lost its nerve? | Peter McIntyre | Architect Peter McIntyre AO is known for his experimental approach and infectious enthusiasm. He’s received numerous awards, including the 1990 Gold Medal of the Australian Institute of Architects. Peter was still in his early twenties when he established his own practice and began designing major projects that would help shape the city of Melbourne. He counts architects Robin Boyd and Roy Grounds among his early mentors. In this episode, Katelin Butler, editorial director at Architecture Media, speaks with Peter about the increase in risk aversion, and whether it’s narrowing the potential of young architects – and architecture itself.Further Reading 2021 National Enduring Architecture Awardhttps://architectureau.com/articles/2021-national-enduring-architecture-award/ 25 years of Australian residential architecturehttps://architectureau.com/articles/houses-celebrates-100-issues/ Peter McIntyre Beaumaris house heritage listedhttps://architectureau.com/articles/peter-mcintyre-beaumaris-house-heritage-listed/ | 20m 22s | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | Should architects resist the ‘emerging’ label? | Belqis Youssofzay | Youssofzay Hart is an award-winning architecture and interior design practice based in Sydney. The studio is well acquainted with the "emerging architect" label and all that comes with it. Led by directors Belqis Youssofzay and David Hart, the studio works with leading Australian and international cultural and educational institutions – including Powerhouse, M+ in Hong Kong, and the University of Sydney – to design galleries, exhibitions, installations and interiors. In this episode, ArchitectureAu editor Lucia Amies speaks with Belqis about whether the "emerging architect" label is a double-edged sword. Further reading: Qianyi Lim on whether to resist the ‘emerging architect’ labelhttps://architectureau.com/articles/qianyi-lim-on-whether-to-resist-the-emerging-architect-label/ Nic Brunsdon on whether to resist the ‘emerging architect’ labelhttps://architectureau.com/articles/nic-brunsdon-on-whether-to-resist-the-emerging-architect-label/ Kali Marnane on whether to resist the ‘emerging architect’ labelhttps://architectureau.com/articles/kali-marnane-on-whether-to-resist-the-emerging-architect-label/ David Welsh on whether to resist the ‘emerging architect’ labelhttps://architectureau.com/articles/david-welsh-on-whether-to-resist-the-emerging-architect-label/ Bradley Kerr on whether to resist the ‘emerging architect’ labelhttps://architectureau.com/articles/bradley-kerr-on-whether-to-resist-the-emerging-architect-label/ | 20m 19s | ||||||
| 3/16/26 | The economics of practice | Isabelle Toland and Andrew Nimmo | Commercial viability and creative ambition in architectural practice are a constant balancing act, even more so in this time of economic uncertainty. However, this tension is not unique to one generation. As part of the 2025 Design Speaks Architecture Symposium: What’s next for practice?, Isabelle Toland, who cofounded Aileen Sage Architects in 2013, and Andrew Nimmo, who cofounded Lahznimmo Architects in 1994, spoke about the business of architecture, focusing on fees, procurement and starting their own practices. It was great to understand the similarities and differences that their respective studios experienced as they evolved over the years. It was such an informative conversation that we wanted to share it with our Design Speaks Weekly listeners. This episode beings with Isabelle asking Andrew, “what is it about public projects that interests him?”Further Reading Generation exchange: Fees and procurementhttps://architectureau.com/articles/generation-exchange-fees-and-procurement/ The many pathways to public workhttps://architectureau.com/articles/the-many-pathways-to-public-work/ Contributor: Andrew Nimmohttps://architectureau.com/contributors/Nimmo-Andrew/ Contributor: Isabelle Tolandhttps://architectureau.com/contributors/Toland-Isabelle/ | 18m 03s | ||||||
| 3/9/26 | The language of space and time | Olafur Eliasson | Renowned Icelandic-Danish artist Olafur Eliasson is best known for his large-scale immersive installations that harness ephemeral materials, including light, air and water, to explore topics of time, the natural environment and the effects of climate change. For this episode, Landscape Architecture Australia editor Emily Wong sat down with Olafur at the opening of his latest exhibition, Presence, at the Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane, which runs until 12 July 2026. They talk about nature in cities, the tensions between the natural and human-made worlds, and the need to face the trauma of the climate crisis. Further readingHolding space for the future: Olafur Eliassonarchitectureau.com/articles/holding-space-for-the-future-olafur-eliasson Olafur Eliasson: Presencearchitectureau.com/calendar/exhibitions/olafur-eliasson-presence | 20m 54s | ||||||
| 3/2/26 | Is International Women’s Day still relevant? | Monique Woodward | In March 1911, over 1 million people protested across Europe to mark the first ever International Women’s Day, a landmark moment in the long fight for women’s suffrage and labour rights. While IWD remains an important day of protest around the world, many question if its original purpose has been lost. To unpack this, Georgia Birks is joined by Monique Woodward, principal and creative director at WOWOWA Architecture and Interiors. Monique formerly served on the Australian Institute of Architects’ National Gender Equity Diversity Impact Committee, and continues to be a staunch advocate for gender equity in the built environment. Further Reading Espy by Wowowa Architecture and Interiorshttps://architectureau.com/articles/Espy-by-Wowowa-Architecture-and-Interiors/ ‘A feeling of joyful exuberance’: Wowowa Architecturehttps://architectureau.com/articles/wowowa-architecture/ 2015 Dulux Study Tour: Toyo Ito and Associateshttps://architectureau.com/articles/2015-dulux-study-tour-toyo-ito-and-associates/ ‘A gracious and elegant lady doing a man’s job’: Australia’s first woman architecthttps://architectureau.com/articles/a-gracious-and-elegant-lady-doing-a-mans-job-australias-first-woman-architect/ Parlour and gender equity in Australian architecture: Where to from here?https://architectureau.com/articles/parlour-and-gender-equality-in-australian-architecture-where-to-from-here/ New data captures 100 years of architectural registrations, organised by state and genderhttps://architectureau.com/articles/New-data-captures-100-years-of-architectural-registrations-organised-by-state-and-gender/ | 18m 28s | ||||||
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| 2/23/26 | Less house, more life | John Ellway | John Ellway is one of Australia’s leading residential architects. Since establishing his practice in 2017, he has received multiple state and national awards, including Australian House of the Year for Three House at the 2021 Houses Awards. His residential designs prove that living well doesn't require a large footprint: with thoughtful planning and the strategic use of light, views and landscape, smaller homes can be rich in both spatial experience and functionality. In this episode, Alexa Kempton, editor of Houses Magazine, talks with John about creating homes that are compact, practical and a delight to live in. Further Reading Breezy lyricism: Three Househttps://architectureau.com/articles/three-house/ Winner: Australian House of the Yearhttps://housesawards.com.au/gallery/2021/australian-house-of-the-year/2P6WIMX7QYX Full bloom: Terrarium Househttps://architectureau.com/articles/terrarium-house/ Niwa House by John Ellwayhttps://architectureau.com/articles/niwa-house-john-ellway/ Hopscotch House by John Ellway Architecthttps://architectureau.com/articles/hopscotch-john-ellway/ ‘A place to picnic’: Cascade Househttps://architectureau.com/articles/cascade-house-john-ellway/ A neighbourly disposition: Twin Houseshttps://architectureau.com/articles/twin-houses/ How a speculative development won Brisbane’s house of the yearhttps://architectureau.com/articles/twin-houses-john-ellway/ 2025 Eleanor Cullis-Hill Award for Residential Architecture – Houses (Alterations and Additions)https://architectureau.com/articles/2025-Eleanor-Cullis-Hill-Award-for-Residential-Architecture-Houses-Alterations-and-Additions/ 2019 Eleanor Cullis-Hill Award for Residential Architecture – Houses (Alterations and Additions)https://architectureau.com/articles/2019-national-architecture-awards-eleanor-cullis-hill-award-for-res-alts-adds/ | 17m 11s | ||||||
| 2/16/26 | Does architecture shape who we are? | Angelo Candalepas | Angelo Candalepas is one of Australia’s most influential architects working today. Since founding his multi-award-winning practice, Candalepas Associates, in 1999, he has made a significant contribution to the civic fabric of Australian cities, with major cultural projects including Punchbowl Mosque and the forthcoming The Fox: NGV Contemporary. In this episode, Katelin Butler, editorial director at Architecture Media, speaks with Angelo about the delicacies of designing cultural buildings and how architecture can embody the aspirations of a city. Further reading:Punchbowl Mosque by Candalepas Associatesarchitectureau.com/articles/punchbowl-mosque Winning design revealed for NGV Contemporaryarchitectureau.com/articles/winning-design-revealed-for-ngv-contemporary Candalepas’s new addition to Sydney’s St Mary’s Cathedral precinct approvedarchitectureau.com/articles/candalepass-new-addition-to-sydneys-st-marys-cathedral-precinct-approved Spirit of generosity: Birchgrove Housearchitectureau.com/articles/birchgrove-house The Porter House Hotel and the Castle Residences by Candalepas Associatesarchitectureau.com/articles/the-porter-house-hotel-and-the-castle-residences Angelo Candalepasarchitectureau.com/contributors/Candalepas-Angelo Murcutt, Candalepas-designed central Sydney tower approvedarchitectureau.com/articles/murcutt-candalepas-designed-central-sydney-tower-approved | 18m 24s | ||||||
| 2/9/26 | Architecture vs politics | Elizabeth Watson-Brown | As an established architect and a member of the Australian Greens, Elizabeth Watson-Brown is a strong advocate for the built environment – particularly when it comes to sustainability and social equity. Prior to being elected to the House of Representatives in 2022 as federal MP for the seat of Ryan, Elizabeth ran her own practice for 21 years, and went on to become design director and design strategy leader for national architecture practice Architectus. In today’s episode, we hear Elizabeth’s insights on practice and politics, and get her thoughts on how architecture can contribute to the pursuit of affordable and desirable housing. Further ReadingAn optimistic act: From architecture to politicsarchitectureau.com/articles/an-optimistic-act-from-architecture-to-politics ‘We need a public-led approach to the way we develop our cities’architectureau.com/articles/we-need-a-public-led-approach-to-the-way-we-develop-our-cities Peak design bodies meet federal MPs to promote urban design prioritiesarchitectureau.com/articles/Peak-design-bodies-meet-federal-MPs-to-promote-urban-design-priorities First House: Elizabeth Watson-Brownarchitectureau.com/articles/ngungun-house Yan Lane Duplexarchitectureau.com/articles/yan-lane-duplex | 20m 48s | ||||||
| 2/2/26 | Is the sum of parts greater than the whole? | Simon Pendal | Simon Pendal is founder of Fremantle-based practice Simon Pendal Architect, and associate professor and co-chair of the Studio Programme at The University of Notre Dame. His work has been widely recognised in publications and awards – most recently winning the 2026 AA Prize for Unbuilt Work in collaboration with Whadjuk Balardong Elder Robyn Collard. The winning project, titled “Walyalup/Fremantle – What If,” introduces town planning incentives to encourage the opening-up of Country via a network of green archipelagos. This project highlights that, when designing to restore environment and culture in cities, there is a need for thinking at both a micro and macro scale – where big ideas require thousands of smaller acts. In our first episode for 2026, we’ve invited Simon to talk to the value of smaller projects and how their collective contribution to city-making changes the way we live. Further reading:In profile: Simon Pendal Architectarchitectureau.com/articles/In-Profile-Simon-Pendal-Architect Architecture as functional sculpture: Beaconsfield Housearchitectureau.com/articles/beaconsfield-house Meet the owners of Beaconsfield Housearchitectureau.com/articles/meet-the-owners-of-beaconsfield-house South Perth House by Simon Pendal Architectarchitectureau.com/articles/South-Perth-House-by-Simon-Pendal-Architect North Perth House by Simon Pendal Architectarchitectureau.com/articles/north-perth-house-by-simon-pendal Carine Housearchitectureau.com/articles/carine-house | 19m 09s | ||||||
| 12/15/25 | What kind of designer do you want to be? | Rory Hyde and Grace Mortlock | There is a lot to be learnt from traditional practice, but architects have the capacity to tackle greater social and environmental issues as well – and a new generation of Australian architects is being particularly proactive about using design to address contemporary problems. Earlier this year, Design Speaks held The Architecture Symposium: What’s next for practice, an event that provided a snapshot of the approaches and projects being pursued by this emerging group. As part of the symposium, Rory Hyde of the University of Melbourne and Grace Mortlock of Other Architects sat down to share their observations and opinions on the future of practice. Rory and Grace have, in their own way, each carved a career in architecture that is intentionally unconventional. It was such a great conversation that we wanted to share the discussion with our Design Speaks Weekly listeners. This episode begins with Grace asking Rory, whether the next generation of architects are being unconventional enough. Further reading: Twelve principles for ‘next gen’ architectural practicehttps://architectureau.com/articles/twelve-principles-for-next-gen-practice/ Profile: Other Architectshttps://architectureau.com/articles/profile-other-architects/ | 22m 01s | ||||||
| 12/8/25 | Advice to a young architect | Sean Godsell | Architect Sean Godsell has won numerous local and international awards, including the 2022 Gold Medal of the Australian Institute of Architects.In his 30 years of practising architecture, Sean has garnered a wealth of experience and knowledge – and he is keen to impart some his findings onto the next generation of architects. In this episode, Katelin Butler, editorial director at Architecture Media, asks Sean to reflect on his career, the current state of the profession and what future architects might consider in their own journeys. Further reading: Sean Godsell Architectshttps://architectureau.com/organisations/sean-godsell-architects/ Sean Godsell’s advice to the next generation of designers and architectshttps://architectureau.com/articles/sean-godsells-advice-to-the-next-generation-of-designers-and-architects/ At the coalface: A reflection on practising smallhttps://architectureau.com/articles/at-the-coal-face-a-reflection-on-practising-small/ Sean Godsell: an unrepentant, non-conformist cult figurehttps://architectureau.com/articles/sean-godsell-an-architect-of-the-old-school-for-the-future/ ‘Making something out of nothing’: The architecture of Sean Godsellhttps://architectureau.com/articles/making-something-out-of-nothing-the-architecture-of-sean-godsell/ MPavilion 2023https://architectureau.com/articles/mpavilion-2023/ Architectural poetry: House in the Hillshttps://architectureau.com/articles/house-in-the-hills/ Sean Godsell and the complexity of simplicityhttps://architectureau.com/articles/sean-godsell-and-the-complexity-of-simplicity/ St Andrews Beach House by Sean Godsell Architectshttps://architectureau.com/articles/st-andrews-beach-house-1/ St Andrews Beach House by Sean Godsell Architectshttps://architectureau.com/articles/future-shack/ | 16m 00s | ||||||
| 12/1/25 | Does architecture have a PR problem? | Elizabeth Farrelly | We all interact with architecture in some way, but the public’s understanding of the value and services of architects continues to be limited. Is this simply a professional image problem, or a symptom of something greater? Elizabeth Farrelly is a veteran critic, urban thinker and architectural educator. Trained in architecture and philosophy and with a PhD in urbanism from the University of Sydney, Elizabeth is a former City of Sydney councillor and was the Sydney Morning Herald’s weekly principal essayist on urban planning and city-making for 30 years. In this episode, Elizabeth considers why architects have the reputation they do, and whether it’s holding the industry back from leading on contemporary issues. Further reading: Elizabeth Farrelly – contributor on ArchitectureAuhttps://architectureau.com/contributors/Farrelly-Elizabeth/ Architecture has a talk problemhttps://architectureau.com/articles/architecture-has-a-talk-problem/ Are we dollarising architecture to death?https://architectureau.com/articles/are-we-dollarising-architecture-to-death/ Architecture’s core dilemma: Beauty versus justicehttps://architectureau.com/articles/Architectures-core-dilemma-beauty-versus-justice/ Brutalising brutalismhttps://architectureau.com/articles/brutalising-brutalism/ Correction: An earlier version of this episode included wording that could be interpreted as describing Elizabeth Farrelly as an architect. Elizabeth is not a registered architect. The audio has been updated to clarify this. | 20m 40s | ||||||
| 11/24/25 | Indigenising architecture, from the 90s to now | Kevin O’Brien | Kevin O’Brien is a Brisbane-based architect of Kaurereg and Meriam heritage and principal at BVN Architecture. Over the past three decades, Kevin has worked across numerous projects and typologies in architecture and the arts, notably the exhibition design for Kith and Kin– Archie Moore’s exhibition for the 2024 Venice Biennale and the first Australian work to win the prestigious Golden Lion. With his many accolades and appointments, Kevin has become a mentor for young First Nations graduates and architects, and a leader in Designing with Country approaches. In Australia, we’re witnessing more and more built projects that champion Indigenous collaborations, histories and knowledge. At last week’s Design Speaks symposium, discussions explored the progress of Indigeneity in architecture over the past 30 years. We heard, however, that there is still a long way to go, and education is key to this shift. To continue the conversation, we sat down with Kevin to reflect on the evolution of his work over his storied career and discuss what the growing number of Indigenous architects means for the profession. Further reading:Brisbane South State Secondary College by BVNhttps://architectureau.com/articles/brisbane-south-state-secondary-college/ A space for storytelling: Blak Boxhttps://architectureau.com/articles/blak-box/ Yarrila Place by BVNhttps://architectureau.com/articles/Yarrila-Place-by-BVN/ BVN designs new ATO headquartershttps://architectureau.com/articles/bvn-designs-new-ato-headquarters/ Get comfortable with being uncomfortable: Supporting First Nations practitionershttps://architectureau.com/articles/get-comfortable-with-being-uncomfortable-supporting-first-nations-practitioners/ Obituary: Rewi Thompsonhttps://architecturenow.co.nz/articles/obituary-rewi-thompson/ | 23m 40s | ||||||
| 11/17/25 | Can lessons from London solve our housing crisis? | Alexis Kalagas | The housing crisis is one of the most important challenges of our time. It is a complex and highly politicised issue, but it is not unique to Australia. Around the world, major cities are grappling with their own affordability crises, and some are finding ways forward. Alexis Kalagas is a strategic advisor to the dean at Monash Art, design and Architecture and a regular commentator on urban strategy and housing. Earlier this year, he visited London to research how the city is implementing progressive approaches to procurement, partnerships and engagement in social housing developments. In today’s episode, Alexis reflects on this research and considers what Australia can learn in the fight for equitable and affordable housing.Further reading:Lessons from Londonhttps://architectureau.com/articles/lessons-from-london/Tarakan Street Social and Affordable Housing by NH Architecture and Bird de la Coeur Architects with Openwork and Tracthttps://architectureau.com/articles/tarakan-street-social-and-affordable-housing-by-nh-architecture-and-bird-de-la-coeur-architects-with-openwork-and-tract/Nightingale Villagehttps://architectureau.com/articles/nightingale-village/House for five womenhttps://ten.studio/20-hf5w | 18m 16s | ||||||
| 11/10/25 | What makes a great Australian home? | Mel Bright | Over the last thirteen years, Studio Bright has garnered numerous national architecture and interior design awards for its residential work. The latest addition to these acknowledgements is the Robin Boyd Award, which Studio Bright’s Hedge and Arbour House won at the 2025 Australian Institute of Architects National Awards. This is the most significant award for a new residential project in Australia – so it’s safe to say Studio Bright knows how to design a great home. In today’s episode, Alexa Kempton, editor of Houses magazine, talks with the practice’s principal and design director, Mel Bright, about how she designs a home that supports daily life, how residential briefs have changed over time and what her clients have taught her about how we live in Australia. Further reading:2025 Robin Boyd Award for Residential Architecture – Houses (New)https://architectureau.com/articles/2025-robin-boyd-award-for-residential-architecture-houses-new/ Hedge and Arbour House by Studio Brighthttps://architectureau.com/articles/hedge-and-arbour-house-by-studio-bright/ Mansard House by Studio Brighthttps://architectureau.com/articles/mansard-house-by-studio-bright/ Maitland Bay House by Studio Brighthttps://architectureau.com/articles/maitland-bay-house-studio-bright/ Garden Tower House by Studio Brighthttps://architectureau.com/articles/garden_tower_house_studio_bright/ | 20m 26s | ||||||
| 11/3/25 | From starting out to standing out | Jared Webb | In the three years since Jared Webb opened his practice, J.AR Office, the studio has won a number of significant national architecture and interior awards. Just last week, J.AR Office-designed Queensland restaurant Norte won Best Restaurant Design at the 2025 Eat Drink Design Awards, adding to the studio’s growing collection of accolades. Jared’s studio has been led with a clear mission – holistic and deliberate design work that contributes to the coming of age of South East Queensland. In today’s conversation, Jared speaks honestly about the ups and downs of starting his own practice, who he turns to when seeking advice, and how he finds briefs and clients that are looking to create something rich in quality and experience. Further reading: Golden Avenue by J.AR Officehttps://architectureau.com/articles/golden-ave-by-jar-office/ Central by J.AR Officehttps://architectureau.com/articles/central-by-jar-office/ The Warehouses by J.AR Officehttps://architectureau.com/articles/The-Warehouses-by-JAR-Office/ The Disco by J.AR Officehttps://architectureau.com/articles/the-disco-by-jar-office/ Oxlade by J.AR Officehttps://architectureau.com/articles/oxlade-by-j-ar-office/ | 16m 12s | ||||||
| 10/27/25 | Why do architects need to be advocates? | Jennifer McMaster | Architects have always been advocates for design solutions, but as global challenges grow, so too does pressure on architects to stand up and do more. Jennifer McMaster is a founding director of architectural practice Trias and the recipient of the Australian Institute of Architects’ 2024 National Emerging Architect Prize. Across her work, she consciously advocates for environmentally responsible design. In this episode, Jen shares insight on how she balances advocacy with the realities of practice, and how the industry can collectively create change in a time of global crises. Further reading: 2024 National Emerging Architect Prizehttps://architectureau.com/articles/2024-National-Emerging-Architect-Prize/ Jennifer McMaster on how to broadcast the value of architecture to a wider audiencehttps://architectureau.com/articles/jennifer-mcmaster-on-how-to-broadcast-the-value-of-architecture-to-a-wider-audience/ Draped House by Triashttps://architectureau.com/articles/draped-house-by-trias/ Paddington House by Triashttps://architectureau.com/articles/paddington-house-by-trias/ 2025 Houses Awards: House Alteration and Addition over 200 square metreshttps://architectureau.com/articles/2025-Houses-Awards-House-Alteration-and-Addition-over-200-square-metres/ 2025 Houses Awards shortlist: Sustainabilityhttps://architectureau.com/articles/2025-houses-awards-shortlist-sustainability/ | 17m 03s | ||||||
| 10/20/25 | Can design save the planet? | Ross Harding | Reducing carbon emissions has long been a global priority. Ross Harding, principal of Finding Infinity – a creative and technical environmental consultancy firm driving the transition to self-sufficient cities – is focused on turning ambition into action.Finding Infinity is best known for initiating “A New Normal”, a $100 billion creative strategy aimed at transforming Melbourne into a model of urban self-sufficiency through architectural collaboration. The initiative has since expanded nationally, with built projects delivered and underway across Australia.In this special live episode from SXSW Sydney 2025, Ross explores why understanding and communicating net-zero opportunities is key to creating regenerative cities.Further reading:A New Normal, Melbournehttps://www.findinginfinity.com/projects/a-new-normal-melbourne/ Language matters: Our language, much like our architecture, requires specificityhttps://architectureau.com/articles/language-matters/ Ross Harding on how to accelerate Australia’s circular economyhttps://architectureau.com/articles/ross-harding-on-how-to-accelerate-australias-circular-economy/ A New Normal Sydneyhttps://architectureau.com/calendar/exhibitions/a-new-normal/ | 22m 34s | ||||||
| 10/13/25 | Does Australia need a federal government architect? | Adam Haddow | Australia has a chief medical officer and chief scientist – but no federal government architect. In today’s episode, associate editor of ArchitectureAu Lucia Amies is joined by national president of the Australian Institute of Architects Adam Haddow to discuss the case for introducing such a role. Lucia and Adam unpack what the position might involve, and how it might contribute to better design outcomes and improved living standards. Further reading: Institute calls for federal government architect in lead-up to national electionhttps://architectureau.com/articles/The-institute-calls-for-a-federal-government-architect-in-lead-up-to-national-election/ Roundtable: Government architects in Australiahttps://architectureau.com/articles/roundtable-government-architects-in-australia/ | 18m 21s | ||||||
| 10/6/25 | Is “trend” a dirty word? | Rachel Nolan and Patrick Kennedy | Rachel Nolan and Patrick Kennedy are founding partners of the award-winning practice Kennedy Nolan. Along with its many accolades and acknowledgments, the practice has amassed one of the largest Instagram followings of any Australian architecture studio, making it arguably one of the most influential studios in the country today. Over the years, Kennedy Nolan’s designs have shaped trends in the industry rather, than followed them. But being a so-called “trendsetter” comes with responsibilities. In today’s episode, we learn about Rachel and Patrick’s approach to staying ahead of the game, how they really feel about imitation and the importance of being mindful of social media’s impact. Further reading: First House: Kennedy Nolan Architectshttps://architectureau.com/articles/james-street-house-by-kennedy-nolan-architects/ Balam Balam Place by Kennedy Nolan, Openwork and Finding Infinityhttps://architectureau.com/articles/balam-balam-place-by-kennedy-nolan-openwork-and-finding-infinity/ Melbourne Place by Kennedy Nolanhttps://architectureau.com/articles/melbourne-place/ The developer’s perspective: Wilam Ngarrang Retrofit by Kennedy Nolan with Finding Infinityhttps://architectureau.com/articles/the-developers-perspective-wilam-ngarrang-retrofit-by-kennedy-nolan-with-finding-infinity/ Six Ways House by Kennedy Nolanhttps://architectureau.com/articles/Six-Ways-House-by-Kennedy-Nolan/ | 23m 04s | ||||||
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