2022 Contemporary Australian Architects Speaker Series

For more than two decades the National Gallery has proudly partnered with the Australian Institute of Architects (ACT Chapter) to present the Contemporary Australian Architects Speaker Series. This annual lecture series showcases the latest work of renowned Australian architects.

Lecture 2 features Koichi Takada from Koichi Takada Architects.

Koichi Takada belongs to a new generation of architects that strive to bring nature back into the urban environment. In describing his practice, he says:

“Questioning the loss of nature in cities opens up new possibilities in architecture and design. In nature, we find our ability to regenerate. Nature constantly adapts to the changing environment. I see architecture as being very similar to nature. Architecture can greatly contribute to the making of healthier and sustainable places, our role has never seemed so relevant in light of the challenges that face us today…Great visions plant the seeds that help young minds grow and shape the next generation.”

Drawing inspiration from local Norfolk pines, the mixed-use residential project ‘Norfolk’ is a sculptural and sympathetic addition to its coastal location in Burleigh Heads, Queensland. Koichi Takada Architects is based in Sydney with offices in Brisbane and Paris. The practice was named Best Overall Winner at New York’s inaugural Architizer A+ Firm Awards 2021 in the Medium Firm category.

In Canberra? Join us in the James Fairfax Theatre. Or join us online from the comfort of your own home.

Check the starting time in your state:

ACT, NSW, VIC, TAS, QLD: 6pm

SA, NT: 5.30pm

WA: 4pm

Early bird season tickets on sale until 5pm, 2 Sep 2022.

Single tickets released 1 Sep 2022. Single tickets for online are on sale until midday the day of the event.