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We’re excited to share that BVN and AHMM, in collaboration with RSP Architects, have been appointed to design the United World College South East Asia (UWCSEA) K-12 School at the new Dover Campus at Tengah, Singapore. With a vision to nurture global citizenship, the expansive 75,000m² college combines progressive pedagogies and a world-leading sustainability agenda to establish a campus that supports learning, community and ecology. UWCSEA represents a significant opportunity for UWC to develop a new campus that authentically reflects the school’s values and mission. We look forward to collaborating with the project team and the college community to refine the design and ensure the ambitious vision comes to life. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gZfycsJ5 UWC South East Asia, Allford Hall Monaghan Morris, RSP

We’ve just published our 2025 Designing with Country handbook. To explore our Designing with Country journey, exchange learnings with industry guests and share our new handbooks in person, we gathered at our Sydney studio on Gadigal Country. BVN Principal Kevin O'Brien FRAIA was joined by Professor Alison Page from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and Craig Kerslake Wiradjuri Nation, Director, Nguluway Design Inc., to share lessons and perspectives on designing with Country. They discussed the layers of influence that shape our understanding of place and who we should consult with when we engage with First Nations Communities. Together with an industry audience, they unpacked the challenges and celebrated the outcomes when Australia’s rich cultural tapestry is woven into building, environments and Communities. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gkdZZ9dd Download our Handbook: https://lnkd.in/g_XxjGeG

WAF recognises Canberra Hospital’s standout colour. Last week, Canberra Hospital Expansion was Highly Commended for Best Use of Colour in the Special Prizes Category at WAF, Miami. Colour is foundational to the architectural narrative grounded in Country. We acknowledge the contributions of Traditional Owners, who shared stories of Ngunnawal Country to inform the colour palette, which echoes the geology of the surrounding environment and culturally significant sites, including the Brindabella Ranges and Mount Mugga Mugga. Inside the building, vibrant colours are utilised to facilitate wayfinding and enliven an otherwise muted hospital environment. Ngunnawal, Wiradjuri, and Kamilaroi artist Lynnice Church’s artwork, ‘Journey of Healing,’ crowns the new entry to the hospital building with 24,073 shimmering metal discs depicting healing pathways and the roles of family, visitors, specialists, and hospital staff in supporting patients. Her work, translated by the architectural team into a façade, is central to the building’s identity and expression. Thank you to all involved in bringing this project to life. More: https://lnkd.in/gjS7Hwma Video: Tom Roe World Architecture Festival ACT Government Creative Road Art Projects Multiplex

Sydney Fish Market reaches practical completion! After nearly a decade of planning, design and construction, the new Sydney Fish Market is complete, the keys have been handed over and internal fit-outs are underway. An authentic and transparent showcase of the energy and industry of market life, the New Sydney Fish Market is designed by 3XN/GXN Architects in association with BVN Architecture and ASPECT Studios, and constructed by Multiplex. We can’t wait for trading to begin in January 2026.

Sirius wins on the world stage! Capping off an incredible year, Sirius has WON the Completed Buildings – Retrofit award at the World Architecture Festival. We are thrilled the Sirius story of survival and adaptation has resonated with the WAF jury. Thank you to our project clients and collaborators. Sirius returns to the WAF stage tomorrow, with the World Building of the Year prize to be announced at the Gala Dinner on Friday, 14 November. Video: Bryn Donkersloot

Last night at the AIA National Awards ceremony, Yarrila Place was recognised with the Sir Zelman Cowen Prize for Public Architecture, Australia's highest honour for public architecture. Recognised for its contribution to the community on Gumbaynggirr Country, Coffs Harbour, the jury described the project as "an exemplar of regional social and civic infrastructure – one that places community impact before excess, efficiently yet generously weaving together library, museum, council and community functions within a single robust and dynamic form" and that "Yarrila Place stands as a model for civic renewal, its impact far exceeding the sum of its parts, setting a new benchmark for community engagement and cultural celebration." Noting the complex, political and public nature of the project, Sirius received a commendation for Residential Architecture – Multiple Housing, with the jury recognising the practices strategic embrace of "the challenge to deliver a compelling response that retains existing brutalist architecture, addresses commercial realities and enhances the public realm of the streetscape" whilst "working within the constraints of a heritage asset". As Australia's first fully electric hospital, the Canberra Hospital Expansion also received a national commendation for sustainable architecture. The jury reflected that the project "sets a national benchmark for sustainable and community-centred healthcare design" and exemplifies how major public infrastructure can unite environmental performance with inclusivity, cultural respect and long-term adaptability." We could not be more humbled. On behalf of communities, clients, project stakeholders and the project team, we thank the AIA National Awards Jury for this recognition. Congratulations to all entrants and our collaborators! Read more: https://lnkd.in/ezVXh8X3 Australian Institute of Architects City of Coffs Harbour

Quay Quarter Tower congratulates the winners of The Earthshot Prize 2025 — the world’s most prestigious environmental award founded by HRH Prince William. As fellow finalists in the ‘Build a Waste-free World' category, we applaud the winner, Omoyemi Akerele and the Lagos Fashion Week team for their efforts, ingenuity and vision to transform the fashion industry through circularity and cultural integrity. What an inspiration. The world's first upcycled skyscraper, Quay Quarter Tower in Sydney, was recognised as an Earthshot Prize finalist for its pioneering approach to large-scale building reuse and low-carbon urban transformation. The project was designed by architects 3XN/GXN and developed in partnership with BVN architecture, alongside engineers BG&E and Arup, and contractor Multiplex. Quay Quarter Tower is managed by Dexus and owned by Dexus Wholesale Property Fund (DWPF), Mirvac Wholesale Office Fund (MWOF) and superannuation fund Rest. The QQT team is proud and humbled to be among esteemed innovators and entrepreneurs championing solutions that will improve the health of our cities, oceans and environments. We thank Earthshot Prize founder, HRH Prince William, and the jury for recognising the role architectural and construction innovation plays in building a waste-free world. Read more about the Earthshot winners here: https://lnkd.in/e4ahRxHQ Read our Earthshot news here: https://lnkd.in/eix4N_-Y #EarthShotPrize2025 #EarthshotPrize #Earthshot #BVNarchitects #BVN #WastefreeWorld

ADR's 30UNDER30: Supporting the Next Generation of Design Leaders   BVN Principal and ADR's 30UNDER30 mentor Sally Campbell recently spoke with Australian Design Review. In her interview, Sally discusses the importance of curiosity, generosity, and continuous learning in shaping a meaningful design career — qualities that are deeply ingrained in BVN’s culture.   BVN is proud to be an active partner of the 30UNDER30 Architects and Innovators of the Built World program, supporting emerging talent and fostering dialogue across generations of designers.   Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gi86Zr3X

Thank you Sydney! A big thank you to the hundreds who came through our BVN Sydney studio last Sunday as part of #sydneyopen2025 We loved meeting you and hearing your questions about our projects, the studio and all things architecture. Your curiosity brought the studio to life 🏗️✨ Hope to see you all again soon. #SydneyOpen2025 #MHNSW #BVNArchitecture #DesignCommunity #AustralianArchitecture #CreativeSpaces #UrbanDesign

Quay Quarter Tower is a finalist for The Earthshot Prize. For the first time in the history of The Earthshot Prize, a building has been recognised for exceptional climate leadership. The world’s first upcycled skyscraper, Quay Quarter Tower is a finalist in the Build a Waste-free World category. Established by HRH Prince William in 2020, The Earthshot Prize champions universal action that will drive significant progress towards repairing the planet. Quay Quarter Tower demonstrates the possibilities of retrofitting existing buildings to save carbon, reduce waste and minimise the environmental impact of construction. The vision was driven by the co-owners, alongside a coalition of architects, engineers, building contractors, and developers. The project was designed by Danish architects 3XN/GXN and developed in partnership with BVN Architecture, alongside engineers BG&E and Arup, and contractor Multiplex. Quay Quarter Tower, managed by Dexus and owned by Dexus Wholesale Property Fund (DWPF), Mirvac Wholesale Office Fund (MWOF) and superannuation fund Rest, joins a historic coalition of leaders recognised for driving climate action and inspiring everyone to build a better future for people and planet. The Earthshot 2025 winners will be announced on 5 November in Rio de Janeiro. Read more about The Earthshot finalists here: https://lnkd.in/e4ahRxHQ More on our website: https://lnkd.in/gPMF_sHh