Insights

A tribute to 1991 Gold Medallist Donald Bailey, whose contributions to architectural practice and professional leadership established him as a leading figure in Australian architecture in the second half of the twentieth century.

A tribute to Anne Cunningham, a role model to generations of women in architecture, who not only led through practice but actively fought for women in the profession.

A tribute to an architect adept at working across all scales, who always executed projects with structural clarity and a gravitas that went beyond the physical boundaries of each site.

A tribute to Russell C. Jack, co-founder of Allen Jack and Cottier (now AJC Architects), who leaves behind a modest body of work but a profound influence on generations of architects.

David Boyle is remembered by his mentor and colleague Angelo Candalepas as an artist whose deep regard for the intrinsic relationship between architecture and humanity inspired those who surrounded him.

Professor Emeritus Robert ‘Bob’ Miller-Smith died on 13 June 2025. His passing saw the end of a sparkling career in design and education, and the end of a life well lived.

A tribute to Peter Roy, who was a significant, energetic practitioner and mentor to the architectural community in Australia and New Zealand for nearly 50 years.

The death of Phyllis Murphy has meant the passing of an important Melbourne modernist, whose career wrought significant impact on both the form and appreciation of Australian architecture.

The Newcastle architect is remembered as “a unique blend of architect, collaborator, mentor and friend” who leaves a lasting legacy on the built environment of Australia.

Glen Hill pays tribute to Dr Adrian Snograss, “a luminary in the fields of architecture, Buddhist studies and hermeneutical philosophy” who inspired generations of students to explore the interconnectedness of different fields of study.

Richard Francis-Jones pays tribute to Gevork Hartoonian, a dedicated teacher, prolific author and internationally acknowledged scholar in the historiography and theory of architecture.

The Northern Territory architect was “always innately aware of the unique cultural and environmental realities” in his work across regional Australia, but forever the optimist in his approach to architectural practice.

Andrew Murray pays tribute to Gus Ferguson, a Perth-based architect who championed travel and an enduring approach to architecture.

Hassell principals Rob Backhouse and Ingrid Bakker pay tribute to their colleague and friend, Di Ritter.

Geoff Fitzpatrick pays tribute to Graham Reginald Reade, a stalwart of the design community and of the Design Institute of Australia.

Family and colleagues pay tribute to Jonathan Strauss, acknowledging his systematic approach to architecture.

Alan Pert pays tribute to Dr Graeme Gunn, recognising his extraordinary career and contribution to Victoria’s architectural history.

Paul Johnston pays tribute to Bevan Rees, recognising him as an outstanding architect who cultivated a deep sense of community within the Tasmanian architecture scene.

Don Watson pays tribute to the eminent architectural scientist Steve Szokolay, recognising him as a pioneer and world authority on climatic design.

Architectus pays tribute to Paulo Sampaio, recognising him as an exceptional architect, a tenacious associate principal, an attentive mentor, and above all, a devoted husband and father.

Georgina Wilson and Peter Smith pay tribute to friend and colleague, Jade Young.

Vale Robert Pataki, a legend in the design industry.

Jill Garner and Stefan Preuss pay tribute to Jeffrey Robinson, an unrelenting champion for a better built environment.

Andrew Saniga celebrates the legacy of Bruce Mackenzie and reflects on the profound impact Mackenzie had on the development of landscape architecture in Australia.

Jonathan Buist and Dayna Trevaskis remember their friend, mentor and former colleague Ken Latona, whose pioneering architecture and commitment to tourism left an indelible mark on Tasmania.

The Western Australian architectural community recently lost an industry stalwart with the passing of Patrick (Pat) Pinder.

Alice Hampson and Michael Lavery pay tribute to Bruce Raymond Medek an architect and advocate with a life-long ethic for applied social responsibility and a passion for sustainability.

Jan Golembiewski remembers Peter Muller an exceptional practitioner of a midcentury architecture collective known as the Sydney School and the first Australian to receive a Fulbright Scholarship.

Architects Justin Littlefield and Simon LeNepveu celebrate the legacy of educational design pioneer Les Clarke AM.

Robert Riddel remembers Peter Heathwood, who recently died at the age of 90 years, as both a “gentleman and an inspiration,” with a career spanning four decades, renowned for midcentury lightweight houses.

Maxim John Zuvela led T and Z Architects for over 50 years with dignity and astute professionalism. His meticulous and considered nature fostered a thriving practice that continues to have a significant impact on Perth’s architectural landscape.

Paul Munaitya Herzich and Jefa Greenaway remember Elizabeth Grant, whose passion for human rights and work on institutional architecture operated at the intersection of anthropology, criminology and architecture.

Award-winning Perth architect Bernard Seeber is remembered as an energetic and optimistic person with egalitarian values and a fascination for human behaviour.

Kim Dovey remembers former university professor Allan Rodger, a pioneer in architectural education and a passionate proponent of new ways of thinking about cities and landscapes.

Michael Heenan remembers Denis (John) Allen, founder Allen Jack and Cottier Architects, a meticulous architect who held high standards of integrity and was deeply committed to the profession.

Architect, academic and architectural historian Donald Leslie Johnson established a collection that led to the foundation of the UniSA Architecture Museum.

Katherine Gifford remembers Wendy Lovelace, an architect who combined her skill and lived experience to become an architectural access consultant and advocate.

Helen Ibbitson Jessup remembers Hugh O’Neill, an architect and educator who inspired several generations of students in Australia and across Southeast Asia.

Leon van Schaik pays tribute to the life and work of Allan Powell, who created a very particular architecture, much admired by his clients as well as colleagues in Europe.

Paul Walker pays tribute to the extraordinary life and career of John Andrews, a late modernist architect whose work made an impact across three countries.