A Testament to Sustainable and Resilient Architecture

The Govetts Leap Bach epitomises the synthesis of sustainable principles and technologies with striking architectural character. We talk to Alexandra Woods (Architect, Anderson Architecture) on this single residential dwelling, located on Dharug and Gundungurra country in Blackheath, NSW, and how it demonstrates traditional passive principles.

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Erna Walsh
Kurunpa Kunpu | Strong Spirit

"Kuruṉpa Kuṉpu | Strong Spirit" is the outcome of a 3-year cross-cultural design collaboration between Tanya Singer, Errol Evans, and Trent Jansen that began when Tanya and Errol invited Trent to their homelands in remote South Australia. The designers worked together, learning from each other’s unique relationships with Country, family, and community.

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Erna Walsh
Celebrating Sustainable Design and Cultural Heritage: Larni Garingilang Central Hub

K5 speaks to Nicky Rodriguez at GHD Design on Larni Garingilang Central Hub at the Bendigo Botanic Gardens. We review this transformative addition to one of Victoria’s oldest regional botanic gardens. Recognised in the Influencer category at the 2024 INDE.Awards, this project exemplifies how thoughtful design can bridge history, culture, and sustainability, creating a meaningful and lasting impact on the community.

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Erna Walsh
Studio Edwards on Shortlisted Project Today Design

K5 had the opportunity to speak with Ben Edwards of Studio Edwards regarding their shortlisted project, Today Design. This project offers an intriguing perspective on workspace design and serves as a direct response to a client who wanted collaborators to "come in and feel at ease" in a space prioritising sustainability and inclusivity above all else.

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Erna Walsh
Youth Labs

In a world where the lines between the natural and the artificial blur increasingly, the Youth Lab Medical Cosmetic Clinic in Perth, Western Australia, has emerged as a beacon of innovative design and forward-thinking concepts. This project has earned its place in INDE Influencer shortlist, and for good reason. K5 talk to Byron George and Ryan Russell to get the insights.

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Erna Walsh
Coconut Crab

K5 caught up with INDE Shortlister Alexander Symes to discuss Coconut Crab and how the design was shaped around a tree, crabs, and chickens.

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Erna Walsh