The SONA Office Tours offer a unique opportunity to explore the operations of leading architecture practices. The event includes a presentation on the firm’s philosophy, specialties, and design approach, followed by a discussion of past and current projects that highlight the firm’s design process and execution. Students will also have the chance to engage in […]
This Lean In will showcase how architects are tackling the complexities of adapting historically inaccessible buildings to improve accessibility and inclusivity at diverse scales and building typologies, both in Australia and abroad.
Learn what makes a standout architectural portfolio and how to tailor it to your audience and discover strategies for selecting and organising your projects to effectively showcase your skills and experiences.
In the midst of a housing crisis, Australian cities are being called to rethink what “home” means. The dream of the quarter-acre block is giving way to a future that is smaller, denser, more flexible — and often shared. As affordability declines and urban density rises, the freestanding home is no longer the default model […]
Celebrate the best of Brisbane’s built environment at this year’s Brisbane Open House on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 July 2025. The annual weekend returns with one of our largest and most exciting programs ever—featuring 90+ buildings, spaces, and experiences across Greater Brisbane.
This workshop, a collaboration between SONA and the AIA Victorian Enabling Architecture Committee (VEAC), is designed for students of architecture and others interested in learning more about inclusive design in a practical way.
Architects - do you know and understand your intellectual property rights? Over the past 18 months, our speakers have acted in a number of matters both for and against architects, in disputes relating to breach of copyright or moral rights regarding building plans and facades. Join Chris Groves (Principal Lawyer) and Jack Tammens (Senior Associate) of […]
Blight Rayner (architect), Lendlease (managing contractor), and Seele (façade contractor) will present on the New Performing Arts Venue, its complexities and methodology of the journey of designing and delivering this impressive 1500 seat theatre. A key feature of the building is the bespoke riparian curved glass façade, with 2,400 square metres of glass creating transparent […]
Moderated by WA Chapter President Ross Donaldson, these extended presentations from WA Architecture Awards winners dive into project details to illustrate the "design intelligence” underpinning the success of these terrific outcomes.
The Australian Institute of Architects acknowledges First Nations peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands, waters, and skies of the continent now called Australia.
We express our gratitude to their Elders and Knowledge Holders whose wisdom, actions and knowledge have kept culture alive.
We recognise First Nations peoples as the first architects and builders. We appreciate their continuing work on Country from pre-invasion times to contemporary First Nations architects, and respect their rights to continue to care for Country.
