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Australia Built Environment features articles and podcasts about built environment in Australia.
Dr. Nadina GalleHow Tree Sensors Are Being Used Around the World
How Tree Sensors Are Being Used Around the World Trees are essential to urban and natural ecosystems, offering a wide range of benefits, from purifying air and sequestering carbon dioxide to providing shade and enhancing biodiversity. However, maintaining the health of trees in cities and forests is an ongoing challenge for environmental scientists, city planners, […]
Jackie De Burca · 10/2/2024
Australia Built EnvironmentDr. Julian Bolleter, Author & Senior Lecturer University of Western Australia
DR. JULIAN BOLLETER INTERVIEW Julian Bolleter is the Director of the Australian Urban Design Research Centre (AUDRC) at the University of Western Australia, the Program Director of AUDRC’s Master of Urban Design course, and an author and public figure. Julian leads an ambitious climate adaptation project, ‘Future climate, future home: adaptive urban design strategies for […]
Jackie De Burca · 9/24/2024
ArchitectureTransforming Existing Buildings into Sustainable Powerhouses
Transforming Existing Buildings into Sustainable Powerhouses As the world grapples with climate change and dwindling natural resources, the construction industry is increasingly focused on reducing its environmental impact. A significant part of this effort involves transforming existing buildings into sustainable powerhouses. This process conserves resources and revitalises older structures, enhancing their functionality and value. Transforming […]
Edrian Blasquino · 8/28/2024
ArchitectureEco-Architecture: Harmonizing Buildings with Natural Ecosystems
The sustainable architecture market is expected to grow to a whopping £310 billion by 2027. This shows how important eco-architecture is becoming. It’s a design method that puts sustainability and care for the environment at its core. This approach aims to make buildings work with nature, not against it. This helps reduce harm to the […]
Jackie De Burca · 5/30/2024
Australia Built EnvironmentReimagining Our Cities: Dr. Julian Bolleter’s Vision for a Greener, More Equitable Urban Future
Reimagining Our Cities: Dr. Julian Bolleter’s Vision for a Greener, More Equitable Urban Future Cities are more than just concrete jungles; they are living, breathing organisms that have the potential to either thrive in harmony with nature or suffocate under the weight of poor planning and environmental neglect. If you’re someone who looks at the […]
Jackie De Burca · 4/29/2024
Australia Built EnvironmentAustralia Sacred Natural Sites and Biodiversity
Did you know that governments around the world have pledged to protect 30% of the planet’s land and oceans by 2030? However, there is one crucial aspect of conservation that often goes overlooked – Australia’s sacred natural sites. These sites, rich in biodiversity and steeped in Indigenous heritage, hold the key to preserving endangered species […]
Jackie De Burca · 4/14/2024
Australia Built EnvironmentS3, E2: Urban Design in Western Australia With Dr. Julian Bolleter, Australian Author, Director and Lecturer
S3, E2: Urban Design in Western Australia With Dr. Julian Bolleter, Australian Author, Director and Lecturer Building Better Cities: A Journey Through Urban Design Host: Jackie De Burca Guest: Dr. Julian Bolleter, Co-Director of the Australian Urban Design Research Centre Below are a few of his books and you can check out Dr. Julian Bolleter […]
Dr. Julian Bolleter · 3/12/2024
Australia Built EnvironmentAustralia Biodiversity and the Built Environment
The preservation of Australia’s unique biodiversity is a pressing concern in the face of rapid urban development. As cities expand and habitats are lost, conservation efforts and ecological sustainability become paramount. Protecting wildlife and preserving native flora and fauna should be at the forefront of urban planning and design. Key Takeaways: Australia’s built environment poses […]
Jackie De Burca · 2/29/2024
Australia Built EnvironmentAustralia Biodiversity: Animal and Plant Species and What is Under Threat
Australia is home to some of the most unique and diverse animal and plant species in the world, making it a biodiversity hotspot. From kangaroos and wallabies to koalas and wombats, the country boasts an array of marsupials, as well as numerous bird species and reptiles. In addition to its rich animal life, Australia also […]
Jackie De Burca · 9/8/2023
Australia Built EnvironmentAustralia Top Green Buildings – Sustainable Marvels
As global environmental concerns continue to rise, the need for sustainable building practices becomes more pressing than ever. Australia has emerged as a leader in green building design, with numerous eco-friendly constructions that employ energy-efficient technologies, utilize sustainable building materials, and adopt eco-friendly construction practices. These sustainable marvels prove that eco-friendliness and functionality can go […]
Jackie De Burca · 9/8/2023
Australia Built EnvironmentUnearthing the History of Green Building in Australia
Green building practices have come a long way in Australia over the past few decades, with a growing emphasis on sustainable construction methods and eco-friendly building materials. The history of green building in Australia is replete with milestones and innovative initiatives that have helped reduce the environmental impact of buildings. One of the key driving […]
Jackie De Burca · 9/7/2023
Australia Built EnvironmentRevolutionising Construction: Green Building in Australia
As the world becomes increasingly conscious of environmental issues, sustainable construction practices are gaining popularity in Australia. Green building is revolutionising the construction industry by reducing the impact of buildings on the environment. It involves the use of environmentally friendly architecture, energy-efficient infrastructure, eco-friendly building materials, renewable energy systems, green design principles, low carbon emission […]
Jackie De Burca · 9/7/2023
ArchitectureNational Gallery of Australia celebrates 40th anniversary with new book
The National Gallery of Australia is launching a book, celebrating one of the nation’s “most remarkable buildings”. Published in the year of the NGAs 40th anniversary, Vision: Art, Architecture and the National Gallery of Australia is an examination of the gallery building, which is a “bold combination of the sculptural and the functional”. Designed by […]
admin · 12/15/2022
Australia Built EnvironmentEpisode 40: An Expert Snapshot of the Construction Industry in Australia
Episode 40: An Expert Snapshot of the Construction Industry in Australia Wondering how your counterparts are doing Down Under? Curious about the current state of the construction industry in Australia? Then tune in to Episode 40, with our Australian expert guest, Alex Fernandez-Soncini. Alex will give you a snapshot of the Australian construction industry, where […]
Alex Fernandez-Soncini · 8/17/2022
ArchitectureTribe Studio founder designs her own Australian weekend beach retreat
Australian firm Tribe Studio Architects has created a U-shaped, timber-clad dwelling in New South Wales that is meant to serve as an “affordable and sustainable prototype home”. The Bundeena House is located in a coastal hamlet of the same name that borders the Royal National Park. The home sits about 100 metres from Gunyah Beach. […]
admin · 9/10/2021
Australia Built EnvironmentAustralia must reach net zero emissions: ATSE
Ahead of the COP26 Climate Change Summit in November, the Australian Academy of Technology and Engineering (ATSE) calls on the federal government to commit to and announce immediate and decisive action to reduce Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions. Having considered the scientific evidence, and the urgency called for in the latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change […]
admin · 9/5/2021
Australia Built EnvironmentBeyond the Burn: a photographic expedition of Australian solar farms
Conducted through June and supported by the Smart Energy Council in collaboration with the solar industry, Beyond the Burn tells the story of solar’s triumph by capturing the solar farms powering Australia’s clean energy future, and the people behind them. Led by acclaimed Australian Geographic photographer Ralph Alphonso, the expedition journeys through rural New South […]
admin · 7/21/2021