Architecture

Federal standards writing body responsible for the development of the National Construction Code.

The minimum necessary requirements for safety and health; amenity and accessibility; and sustainability in the design, construction, performance, and livability of new buildings throughout Australia. Register for a free account to access the Codes online.

A tool to guide identifying the right NCC provisions and Standards for given areas within residential and multi residential projects.

Online store providing access to Australian Standards (PDF or hardcopy) and Legislation (hardcopy) for a fee.

The National Library of Australia provides copies of Standards via their Copies Direct service. Fees apply and you will need to hold a library membership.

Statutory authority that administers the Architects Act 2004 - the legislation that regulates architects in Western Australia. Management of the registration process is one of the Board’s roles.

Administers the processes of accreditation of architecture programs and registration of architects. A key source of information about architectural education and the architecture profession.

The peak body for the architectural profession in Australia. Useful resources are available to members through Acumen Practice Notes.

Provides information on business and employment matters in Australian architecture.

The Government Architect provides leadership and independent strategic advice to government to improve the design of public buildings and spaces and enhance the quality of the built environment.

Charter for Places of Cultural Significance, The Burra Charter, 2013, and the associated series of Practice Notes provide a best practice standard for managing cultural heritage places in Australia.

Industry resource for news, events, jobs and features.

International architecture magazine with worldwide distribution.

Biannual magazine produced by the Western Australian Chapter of the Australian Institute of Architects.

Promotes the possibilities of concrete in architecture and aims to educate and inspire architects, engineers, and design professionals.

Forum for examining the architectural drawing as an active way of thinking about, expressing, and making architecture.

Brings together research, informed opinion, and resources on women, equity, and architecture in Australia.

Promotes high quality research, practice, and education in environmentally sustainable design. Provides access to past conference papers.

Promotes standards of excellence in architectural history by facilitating and encouraging discussion and debate. Provides access to past conference papers.