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When Canberra Hospital’s new Critical Services Building (CSB) opens its doors on Saturday 17 August, it will mark an important day for Canberrans and ACT healthcare. Delivered with construction partner Multiplex, the CSB — also known as Building 5 — ushers in a new era as Australia’s first all-electric hospital building. Powered by 100% renewable energy, its emissions impact is reduced by approximately 1,886 tonnes of carbon dioxide per year (the equivalent of taking 780 cars from Canberra’s roads every year). Prioritising healing and connection, the CSB links into the existing campus via a generous Welcome Hall and outdoor terraces and courtyards – all co-designed with the community. These public spaces are enhanced with site-specific works celebrating Canberra’s culture and Country by locally based artists, including Hannah Quinlivan, Kate Vassallo, and Musonga Mbogo, as well as Ngunnawal, Wiradjuri, and Kamilaroi artist Lynnice Church and Ngunnawal artist Bradley Mapiva Brown. “We’re thrilled that this first build in our major expansion of Canberra Hospital will unite healthcare and community in an environmentally-friendly wellbeing-oriented campus.” — Principal Julian Ashton. Canberra Hospital Expansion is the largest healthcare infrastructure project undertaken by the ACT Government to date. It will support the Territory’s growing health needs now and in the future. “The opening of the Critical Services Building is a huge milestone for the ACT public health system and our community. It will help to meet the growing health needs of our city, attract health workers to the ACT, and provide staff, patients and families with a light and pleasant environment to work and heal.” — ACT Minister for Health Rachel Stephen-Smith Find out more about this important sustainable healthcare project: https://lnkd.in/gyH475wc Client: Canberra Health Services and Canberra Hospital Foundation Construction: Multiplex Art Curation: Creative Road Art Projects Photography: Tom Roe

Topped out! In a major project milestone, BVN and Hutchinson Builders are celebrating the topping out of Green Square Public School and Community Centre. BVN won the design excellence competition for a ‘revolutionary’ new primary school and multipurpose community space in Sydney’s Green Square and it’s great to see the building taking shape.    BVN and Hutchies were joined by Sydney independent Lord Mayor Clover Moore AO and representatives from the City of Sydney and School Infrastructure NSW (SINSW). When realised, the building will be SINSW’s first operational zero-carbon school. And, true to our initial competition proposal, the games court, accessible to the entire Green Square community, will feature one of Sydney's largest public artworks, currently being created by Archibald Prize winner Blak Douglas. The project is one piece in the urban renewal jigsaw that is seeing Sydney’s oldest industrial heartland transformed into a vibrant and sustainable community. The school is part of the NSW Government’s plan to rebuild public education and ensure growing communities get access to a world class public education. As well as advancing teaching and learning spaces, our design connects into the neighbourhood, its open spaces and amenities including the Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre and nearby Green Square Library and Plaza.   Construction is on track for completion in 2025.

This month, we hosted the Brisbane launch event for Product Aware – an initiative of the Materials Working Group from Australian Architects Declare (AAD). The event was part of a rollout that saw similar events hosted in Sydney and Melbourne and online across June and July 2024.   Each launch event featured a demonstration of the Product Aware platform and a panel discussion between members of contributing practices: Bates Smart, BVN, Cox Architecture, and Susty Spec.   Read more about Product Aware and the event here: https://lnkd.in/gG25NsR2

As the evolution of flexible co-workplaces, 550 Bourke St gives GPT Space&Co a competitive edge in in attracting and retaining members through all aspects of their business growth – be they freelancers, start-ups, small businesses or decentralised enterprises. Our kit-of-parts approach means members can configure spaces for their own business-specific needs. Private office suites catering to teams of two to 40 are complemented by low and high-tech workshops for hands-on projects, think-out-loud meeting rooms for brainstorming sessions, break-out zones as well as quiet nooks for individuals or small groups needing a focused environment. Cross-pollination between members happens naturally in the social kitchen, bar and lounge areas and is further enabled in meet-ups orchestrated by workspace hosts.   “BVN’s design for Space & Co’s 550 Bourke St in Melbourne delivers a co-working club that puts members in good company.” – Principal, Sally Campbell.   Through the shared commitment of BVN, GPT Space&Co and construction partner Renascent, the fit-out demonstrates tangible economic, environmental and social dividends. ✔ 42% female project team ✔ 89% material waste recycled ✔ 12 week streamlined timetable ✔ 2,900m2 flexible workspace over two levels   Find out more at: https://lnkd.in/gug-rEcu Client: The GPT Group Construction: Renascent Photography: Tom Ross Read more on the project here:  https://lnkd.in/gug-rEcu

Applications Open: BVN Projects Manager. Some of us simply see a building. You see the resolution of complexity into clarity and understand the dedication and collaboration required to pull it off. If you are committed to design, detail and the contribution each project makes – to people, place and the planet – we have a role for you. The Projects Manager is an exciting new role in our projects stream—a new business service and ‘Centre of Excellence’ that supports the Projects Director and actively develops project leadership capability across our practice. As an agile expert adept at building rapport and trust, you’ll thrive on more than a project delivery. You will oversee the health of our project teams and assess gaps in project leadership and management, bringing a new level of technical purview and knowledge sharing between our global studios. We know it takes many talents to be a successful project leader. Projects stop and start more than they once did, and the construction sector is much more volatile. BVN is realistic about this scenario. We are committed to and invested in the continuous learning that our project leaders and teams need to succeed in this context. Together, we’ll continue to foster BVN’s culture of collaboration, mentorship, and care for staff development and wellbeing, ensuring our teams have the support and resources they need to excel. Interested? Find out more and apply now here: https://lnkd.in/g-aDRSmM

The Australian Institute of Architects recently announced its 2024 National Awards shortlist and BVN has two projects selected among 63 that ‘offer a glimpse into the groundbreaking projects redefining and reshaping the contemporary built environment’. St Patrick's College, Strathfield’s Scientia Building is shortlisted in the Educational Architecture category. The University of Queensland UQ Brisbane City (with Architectus Conrad Gargett) is shortlisted in the Heritage Architecture category. The communication, cooperation and commitment between clients, collaborators, consultants and our teams makes each of these projects greater than the sum of their parts.    Winners will be announced at the AIA National Architecture Awards ceremony held at the Adelaide Convention Centre on Thursday 7 November. Chookas to all involved! See the full shortlist here: https://lnkd.in/g79c3_vs

As expressions of collective creativity, design excellence and innovation on a global stage, three BVN projects have been announced on the World Architecture Festival (WAF) shortlist. St Patrick’s College Scientia Building – is shortlisted in the Completed Buildings – Schools category.  Prince of Wales Hospital Acute Services Building is shortlisted in the Completed Buildings – Health category. UQ Brisbane City is shortlisted in the Inside – Education category. BVN will present the shortlisted projects at the World Architecture Festival, 6-8 November 2024, at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. Read more. https://lnkd.in/g5N8Gazx

Join the official PRODUCT AWARE Brisbane launch event at BVN! What is Product Aware?  Australian Architects Declare has teamed up with industry leaders to create Product Aware, an innovative digital tool aimed at promoting sustainability within the construction industry. This powerful resource is freely accessible to everyone, encouraging transparency and providing valuable insights into product sustainability. Why Attend? Learn from experts: Our dedicated ‘Materials Working Group’ spent 18 months developing Product Aware. Join us to gain firsthand knowledge from key contributors: BVN, Cox Architecture, Bates Smart and Isabella Peppard Clark. Explore insights: Discover the journey behind Product Aware, its intended uses and the vision for the future. Engage in discussion: Participate in an open discussion with fellow professionals, architects and designers, specifiers, contractors and sustainability enthusiasts. A few tickets remaining: https://lnkd.in/g8XWJH4J When: Thursday 11 July, 2024 Location: BVN Brisbane Studio, Level 3, 12 Creek Street 'The Annex', Brisbane QLD 4000 Time: 5:30pm for a 6pm start Access the Product Aware platform here: https://lnkd.in/gJkvwHSY Suppliers, please upload your product information into the platform. This will save you time and provide you with a pathway towards transparency. It is not about being perfect, but about getting started on the journey! Designers, Architects and Contractors, please use this platform to request information from suppliers. By adopting the Product Aware questionnaire, firms align on a common framework with shared sustainability criteria; the first step towards better outcomes!

The future of learning looks bright, especially when viewed from the ‘versatile verandahs’ of St Patrick's College, Strathfield’s Scientia Building that has been honoured with the William E Kemp Award for Educational Architecture at the Australian Institute of Architects NSW Chapter Awards held on Friday 28 June 2024.   “As well as providing a new front door to the historic campus, the Scientia Building celebrates student-centred learning environments, the importance of community and the site’s natural and physical features,” said co-CEO and Principal Ali Bounds on accepting the award.   Scientia takes an outside-in approach to reimagining education opportunities where open air spaces blur the line between formal and informal learning and teaching. BVN has been commended for advancing a ‘design ethos that prioritises flexibility and adaptability, catering to diverse educational needs and future uses’. “Emphasising the importance of outdoor education, the Scientia Building features numerous outdoor learning areas, further enriching the educational experience. A unified facade treatment with folded sunshading elements enhances the building's aesthetics and maximises transparency. The design optimises access to daylight, fresh air, and views, enhancing the classroom atmosphere and overall learning experience.” – The AIA NSW Awards Jury citation.   Thanks to the Institute, jury, and our project team, client, and collaborators.  The Educational Architecture category is proudly supported by Bondor. Builder: Hansen Yuncken Explore more of the project and the process behind it: https://lnkd.in/gYpHTNnS

It's people who make BVN an extraordinary place for design, ideas, and culture. Today, we celebrate 11 BVNers who have been promoted in recognition of their talents and contributions. Congratulations to all!