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Motto To make the world a better place through architecture Formation 1930; 87 years ago (1930) Legal status Professional body; members association Location Canberra, Australian Capital Territory |
The Australian Institute of Architects, formally the Royal Australian Institute of Architects (RAIA), is a professional body for architects in Australia.
Contents
- Purpose
- History
- Gold Medal
- National Architecture Awards
- Australian Capital Territory
- New South Wales
- Northern Territory
- Queensland
- South Australia
- Victoria
- Western Australia
- National Presidents
- State Chapter Presidents
- References
The Australian Institute of Architects is the peak body for the Australian architectural profession, representing 12,000 members, and works to improve the Australian built environment by promoting quality, responsible, sustainable design.
Purpose
The Australian Institute of Architects exists to:
History
A number of states formed professional societies for architects, including the Queensland Institute of Architects.
The Australian Institute was formed in 1930, when state architectural institutes combined to form a unified national association. A chapter is now maintained in each state and territory, though full federation did not come about immediately, with some states resolutely maintaining their independence. The RVIA was the last to join, in 1968. The Institute is represented on many national and state industry and government bodies, and is affiliated with the International Union of Architects (UIA).
Gold Medal
The AIA Gold Medal is the highest award of the Australian Institute of Architects awarded annually since 1960.
National Architecture Awards
The National Architecture Awards have been presented since 1981. The categories are:
Each of the state chapters also presents awards. The categories are:
Australian Capital Territory
New South Wales
Northern Territory
Queensland
South Australia
Victoria
Western Australia
National Presidents
State Chapter Presidents
New South Wales
Victoria
Queensland
South Australia
Tasmania
Western Australia
Northern Territory
Australian Capital Territory