Modernism Legacy and Adaptive Revival - Trusting the process

Trusting the process

1 Formal CPD Point
Available On Demand

Overview

In this session, Michael Lavery discusses the development of the Project Brief for the new RAIA Queensland Headquarters project with the primary author of that document, Mark Jones. Further, Fiona Gardiner, Michael Lavery, and Mark Jones discuss the criteria for selecting a design team for this project. Join us to learn from a team of prominent experts in the architectural design process, procurement and heritage conservation.

This is the second session of a series of formal CPDs: Modernist Legacy and Adaptive Revival.
Note: The following sessions will be developed and released upon completion of the relevant stages of project management.

Series of Formal CPDs: Modernism Legacy and Adaptive Revival.

4 formal CPD Points in total.
Available On-Demand

This series aims to equip you with a comprehension of the best practices of cultural conservation, adaptive reuse and sustainable retrofitting of a heritage-listed building. Four Sessions present a case study of the West's Furniture Showroom at 620 Wickham Terrace, Brisbane, Australia. In 2023, the Royal Australian Institute of Architects (RAIA) purchased the property for the Queensland Headquarters.
The case study integrates critical reflections on modernist architecture legacy and revival in Queensland and an in-depth interview with the acknowledged heritage architect Robert Riddel. Further, it provides insight into the preparation of a design brief and selections of the appointed architect, consultant team and procurement model. The post-occupancy evaluation of the late adaptive reuse and retrofitting wrap up the series.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this session, participants should be able to:

Better understand the essential elements of an effective Architecture design Brief.
Understand how the effective design brief can embed the sustainable process and allow for innovation and flexible design options while preserving heritage values.
Justify the critical role of Concept Design and Return Brief.
Identify and apply an innovative approach to the selection of a design team for a complex design project and adaptive reuse of a heritage building.
Identify the critical considerations underpinning the selection of a joined design team for the RAIA QLD Headquarters project.
Identify the quality management system to facilitate efficient delivery of architectural services according to the project objectives.

NSCA 2015 Performance Criteria

This CPD session will deliver outcomes related to the following Competencies from the 2015 National Standard of Competency for Architects:

DESIGN: PROJECT BRIEFING
PC 1.1 Preparation& endorsement of an agreement between client and Architect. This agreement will clearly communicate terms, services to be provided, and fees appropriate for the scale and type of the project.
PC 1.4 Identification of factors that may impact on client project requirements and objectives.
PC 2.1 Identification, analysis and interpretation of information relevant to siting of project.

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
PC 9.1 Knowledge and implementation of appropriate practice model to ensure efficient, effective and ethical professional service.
PC 9.3 Identification and application of practice system and quality management system to facilitate efficient and timely delivery of architectural services in accordance with project objectives.
PC 9.6 Knowledge and application of professional ethics and ethical practices in respect to practice management and provision of professional service.

NSCA 2021 Performance Criteria

This CPD session will deliver outcomes related to the following Competencies from the 2021 National Standard of Competency for Architects:

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AND PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT
PC 2 Understanding the role of quality assurance system in facilitating efficient and timely delivery of architectural services.
PC 3 Understanding the principles of project planning, considering implication for Country, environmental sustainability, communities, stakeholders and project costs.
PC 5 Demonstrate understanding of the essential elements of a client architect agreement across the range of procurement methods; and able to explain appropriateness of different agreement in relation to scale and type of project, including alternatives for partial services and engagement of secondary and sub-contractors.

PROJECT INITIATION AND CONCEPTUAL DESIGN
PC 23 Understanding the purpose and process of generating a return brief for approval by the client and relevant stakeholders, including an awareness of the implications of non-compliance.
PC 29 Be able to develop and evaluate design options in terms of the heritage, cultural and community values embodied in the site, and in relation to project requirements.
PC 30 Be able to explore option for sitting a project, including integrating information and analysis of relevant cultural, social and economic factors.

Topic 1. RAIA QLD Headquarters Project: Development of the Design Brief

In this session, Michael Lavery discusses the development of the Project Brief for the new AIA Queensland Headquarter project with the primary author of that document, Mark Jones. The conversation addresses (a) the role of the project brief, (b) optimal inclusion in the project brief, (c) realistic goal setting (time, cost, quality and scope), and (d) clarity of communication.

SPEAKER - MARK JONES, PhD, LFRAIA
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, DESIGN AND PLANNING, UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND

Mark is a highly regarded Queensland architect with deep experience in practice and is now an Associate Professor in the School of Architecture, Design and Planning at the University of Queensland. Mark has served as the Queensland Chapter President of the Australian Institute of Architects and is a Life Fellow of that Institute.
Mark enjoyed a successful career in architectural practice of over 30 years including, 8 years as a Director of Architectus, a leading national practice. Several of his buildings were awarded prestigious AIA awards. In 2015, he left practice to undertake a Master's in Sustainable Urban Development at the University of Oxford, completing that degree in 2017. Mark then completed a PhD in Development Planning at the Bartlett School, UCL in 2020. Mark's current role at UQ involves teaching in Design, Practice and Construction.

SPEAKER - MICHAEL LAVERY, PhD, FRAIA
DIRECTOR, M3ARCHITECTURE

Michael has served as the Queensland Chapter President of the Australian Institute of Architects (2020 - 2022), as State Awards Jury Chair (2026) and is currently chair of the QLD Chapter Honours Committee. Michael's professional focus is on all aspects of work that effect the public realm, including urban design, master planning, public and cultural projects, educational architecture, and independent design research. Michael has 30+ years in architectural practice, 24 of those years as a director of m3architecture. As a firm, m3architecture's work has been widely published and awarded, and the firm's work has been exhibited at the Venice Biennale on multiple occasions. Michael's role within the firm contributed directly to multiple AIA National and State Architecture Awards across categories, including Heritage Architecture, Public Architecture, Urban Design, Small Project Architecture, Interior Architecture and Art and Architecture (QLD). Michael has served as the Queensland Chapter President of the Australian Institute of Architects (2020-2022) and he is a member of the QLD Chapter Honours Committee.

Topic 2 - A panel discussion: RAIA QLD Headquarters Project - Selecting a Design Team

In this session, Fiona Gardiner, Michael Lavery, and Mark Jones engaged in an insightful discussion of an innovative approach to selecting a design team for the project. The speakers outline the rational and critical considerations underpinning the selection of a joined design team of the emerging award-winning Lineburg Wang Architects and Architectus & Conrad Gargett with proven expertise in heritage conservation and adaptive reuse.

SPEAKER - FIONA GARDINER, FRAIA
ADJUNCT ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE

Fiona Gardiner is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Queensland’s School of Architecture. She has contributed to the identification and promotion of the hidden heritage of women in Queensland architecture through exhibitions, heritage listings and the protection of their work. She has helped to develop official policies promoting heritage protection within government agencies and the local community over many decades. She further lifted the profile of heritage through partnerships she formed across government, communities and universities. The Fryer Library at the University of Queensland has benefitted enormously from her heritage research.

Price

FORMAL CPD:
Non Members $74
Members $49

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