Entering the SA Architecture Awards 2017

Entries for the SA Awards close on February 24 and must be submitted in two parts by this date:

1) Through the online entry system
http://architecture.com.au/events/national/awards/enter-the-awards

2) Material submission of an A1 foam core exhibition board with a PDF jury presentation delivered
fully labelled to The Australian Institute of Architects at 100 Flinders Street.

Please note that both are due on the same day by 5pm.

2017 City of Adelaide Prize 
Online entries open at the same time on December 5 and close on February 24.
 
The Jack Cheesman Award for Enduring Architecture                    
Members are encouraged to put forward recommendations to the SA Chapter Honours Committee for the Enduring Architecture category by email to sa@architecture.com.au before February 24.

#stopthefence

The Australian Institute of Architects is taking a strong stand against plans to construct a 2.6 metre fence blocking off public access to the iconic lawns at Parliament House in Canberra.

We urge you to support our campaign to #stopthefence, stand up for democracy and design integrity, and keep the lawns of Parliament House open to the people.

Venice Biennale - Call for Creative Director

The Australian Institute of Architects invites Expressions of Interest for the role of Creative Director for the Australian exhibition at the 16th International Architecture Biennale in Venice in 2018.

This is your opportunity to participate on the world stage as Australia showcases its architectural industry, talent and intellect at what is arguably the most important event on the international contemporary architecture calendar.

For submission requirements, please visit architecture.com.au/venicebiennale.

Chapter & National Elections – Nominations close 24 Jan!

Nominations are closing soon for Chapter Council & National Council. Chapter President nominations are also open for the following Chapters: NSW, SA, TAS & WA. Nominations close strictly at 4pm AEDT Tues 24 Jan so please nominate at least 72 hours before then to allow time for your nomination to be verified.

Panel Arrangement - Tender

Council Solutions recently released a public tender on behalf of a number of South Australian metropolitan Local Councils for the establishment of a panel arrangement encompassing Architectural Services (including Landscape Architectural Services and Urban Design Services).
 
Further details and documents are available from www.tenders.sa.gov.au and will require organisations to register / log onto this website prior to being able to download the tender document.

Creative Sector Program Collaboration Survey

The SA Chapter recognise that there are other organisations across the creative sector delivering similar programs to ours, and there is a real opportunity to maximise our resources if we collaborate.  A series of workshops has led to a commitment from 22 organisations indicating an interest in developing a strategic approach to developing and delivering some aspects of our program.
 
The group is working through how we will collaborate and are identifying platforms and methods for cross promoting our services and activities.
 
Our goal is to develop a richer program for our members to engage with and benefit from, laying the foundations for a new approach to its delivery to maximise outcomes. The opportunities for further collaboration between our sectors will be strengthened through the networking opportunities it will bring.
 
Thank you for your time - this survey will take approximately two minutes - we really appreciate your input.

Renew your Institute membership for 2017

Have you renewed your Institute membership for 2017?

With upcoming events including the first National Seminar Series seminar ‘Anatomy of a Leak,’ the 2017 National Conference 'PRAXIS: Process. Propositions. Production' and a full schedule of CPD events and Awards programs through your local Chapter, now is the ideal time to renew your membership. 

Acumen, our online practice advisory notes is now also an included benefit for all Member level 1, Affiliate Level 1, Graduate and Student members (students do not need to renew at this time). 

Join or renew now

Acumen Content Review Panel member EOI sought

The Acumen Content Review Panel (ACRP) is tasked to develop and maintain the accuracy, currency and quality of the Acumen practice advisory database content. The ACRP meet face to face three times a year with monthly teleconferences in between and are seeking a new member.

To maintain the diversity of the panel, applicants are sought from NT, QLD or SA, preferably from a large practice or with recent large practice experience. Applicants should be a practicing registered architect and a current member of the Institute. A copy of the terms of reference can be found here.

Please submit Expressions of Interest by C.O.B Wed 15 Feb to acumen@architecture.com.au

Central Innovation Academy Opens its Doors

Central Innovation, a leading provider of specialist hardware, software, people and system consulting solutions for the manufacturing, building and construction industries, has become a Registered Training Organisation, launching the Central Innovation Academy and its first course: Certificate IV in Project Management.

This course is accredited by the national regulator (ASQA). Central Innovation are now taking their first registrations for 2017. Enrol before 31 Jan 2017 and receive 20% off the full course price.

South Australian Chapter
100 Flinders Street
Adelaide, South Australia 5000

08 8402 5900

sa@architecture.com.au
architecture.com.au/sa