Author: AU News Bureau
The City of Darwin has revealed a proposal for a new $150 million civic centre, designed by CA Architects. The new building, located on the southern point of the city’s peninsula, will replace the existing hub, which has been in service for over 50 years. According to Lord Mayor Kon Vatskalis, “The new civic centre features a larger library, meeting rooms, function spaces, new council chambers, space for a cafe, and an improved customer service centre.” To ensure the current building and library remain open during construction, the new civic centre will be built on the adjacent car park site.…
Habitat for Humanity GB has officially launched its ReStore GB shop in Romford, east London. The charity shop sells building materials alongside used furniture and household items, making it a unique shopping experience. ReStore GB is a home improvement retail store that aims to help vulnerable people in need of safe and decent housing. The store offers a wide range of items, including building materials, plumbing, and hardware. The charity relies on donations from the public and partners in the business community, particularly the construction sector. These donations help reduce landfill and contribute to the circular economy by promoting the…
The Design Middle East Awards 2024 ceremony was held at the Hilton Al Habtoor Al Joud Ballroom, bringing together over 550 attendees to celebrate outstanding achievements in the design and architecture community. With over 160 firms submitting nominations and hundreds of entries, the event showcased the region’s vibrant and creative design industry. The winners were selected across various categories, including residential, commercial, cultural, and hospitality projects. Some of the notable winners include JT+Partners for Residential Project of the Year, Bluehaus for Commercial Project of the Year, and Dewan Architects + Engineers for Best Workplace of the Year. The event also…
Idan Chiang’s “Dreamscape” has been awarded the Bronze A’ Design Award in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design category. This prestigious recognition acknowledges Chiang’s exceptional creativity and innovation in interior design. Located in Taiwan, Dreamscape is an elegant residential design that seamlessly blends refined color palettes, graceful curves, and indirect lighting to create a warm and luxurious ambiance. The design’s harmonious fusion of natural wood, light tones, and sophisticated accents aligns with the growing desire for serene and inviting living spaces. According to Idan Chiang, “I believe that my sociology background allows me to remain sensitive to the pulse of…
ARM Architecture has been selected to develop a masterplan for a major capital works project at De La Salle College in Malvern, Melbourne. The competitive tender process was conducted by the college, a Catholic Boys school providing education to years 5-12 students, in consultation with Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools. The brief requires revitalizing and adding new facilities to the existing campuses, Tiverton and Kinnoull, to meet anticipated student growth. This project will be the largest capital works project undertaken by the college in nearly half a century. A key feature of the masterplan will be a new performing arts centre…
The Canadian Centre for Architecture (CCA) in Montreal has debuted a new exhibition, “Being There: Photography in Arthur Erickson’s Early Travel Diaries,” showcasing the renowned Canadian architect’s photography, travel diaries, and sketches. Curated by David Covo, the exhibition runs until March 16, 2025. Throughout his life, Erickson was a prolific traveler, documenting canonical architectural sites and cataloguing the emergence of classical architecture. The exhibition features materials from his travels to the Middle East, North Africa, Europe, Japan, China, Cambodia, and Bali, including a documented correspondence between Erickson and his mentor Gordon Weber. Erickson’s attention to architectural detail during his travels…
Somany recently launched the Colorato Collection, a testament to the power of colour in design. Inspired by India’s iconic landmarks, this collection is a soulful tribute to the country’s architectural heritage. Each shade in the Colorato Collection tells a story, drawing inspiration from eight cherished Indian landmarks. The collection features a range of colours, each with its own unique character. Colorato Red, for instance, is a bold, earthy tribute to the majestic Mehrangarh Fort. Colorato Green, on the other hand, echoes the lush pillars of Mysore’s Amba Palace, radiating growth, prosperity, and life. Other colours in the collection include Colorato…
London-based Woo Architects, in collaboration with Japanese contractor ES Global recently unveiled its design for the UK Pavilion at the Expo 2025 in Osaka. The pavilion’s modular, 10-by-10-metre gridded structure is built on the principles of a circular economy, prioritizing ease of assembly, disassembly and relocation. The pavilion’s design reflects the Expo’s theme, “Designing Future Society for Our Lives,” and embodies sustainability and reuse. Central to the pavilion’s concept is the Global Modular System, a construction approach developed by ES Global to ensure rapid deployment, efficiency, and adaptability. This system enables the structure to meet stringent fire, thermal, and structural…
