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Media September 10, 2025

The Lands by Capella: Hassell & Purcell’s Adaptive Reuse Design in Sydney

The Lands by Capella, designed by Hassell with heritage architects Purcell, transforms Sydney’s former Department of Lands building into a vibrant cultural and hospitality destination. Read more on Green Magazine.

Media September 08, 2025

World’s best 262 buildings longlisted for Dezeen Awards 2025

Dezeen has longlisted 262 buildings for this year’s architecture awards, including Hassell’s Bidi Bidi Performing Arts Centre in Uganda and the First Building at Bradfield City Centre, Australia. Read more on Dezeen.

Media September 05, 2025

Hassell announces new promotions across global studios

Hassell has announced a new round of promotions across its global studios, recognising the creativity, dedication, and leadership of its people who continue to shape the firm’s success. Read more on Architecture and Design

Media September 01, 2025

A model for Sydney’s housing crisis? Hassell’s Inner West plan draws praise

David Tickle, Principal and sector leader for urban design at Hassell has led a new housing plan for the Inner West Council in Sydney, Australia. Read more in the Fifth Estate including details on the Local Government Summit, where David will discuss key outcomes that emerged from the project. Read more on The Fifth Estate.

Media August 31, 2025

Engineering resilience in the built environment

Head of Sustainability, Samantha Peart say resilience is more than just a buzzword; it’s a professional imperative for building cities that can adapt to climate extremes.

News August 28, 2025

Celebrating promotions across our global studios

At Hassell, our people are at the heart of our success.

Media August 22, 2025

Rethinking healthcare education with Hassell

New research by Hassell sets out practical, design-led strategies to help education systems rise to this challenge. The report, ‘The Anatomy of Change: Rethinking Healthcare Learning Environments’, highlights how innovative, well-designed spaces can play a vital role in preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals. Read more on Architecture & Design.

News August 21, 2025

Lessons from Space in Climate Change Adaptation

Watch Our Head of Design, Xavier De Kestelier, on his recent panel at SXSW London. He discusses how the critical closed-loop systems essential for survival in space offer powerful lessons for designing a sustainable future here on Earth.

Media August 21, 2025

Circular by Design: Hassell Unveils Arup’s Regenerative Brisbane Workplace

International design firm Hassell, in partnership with global built environment consultancy Arup, has unveiled Arup’s new Brisbane office, a pioneering project that champions circular design. Read more on Green Magazine.

Media August 19, 2025

In rural Tanzania, a community centre is set to rise on walls of 3D-printed earth

An hour outside Dar es Salaam, Hassell Studio is developing a radical new village hub using 3D-printed earth, and with a flexible roof inspired by a trivet, as part of a scheme that will help house, care for and educate vulnerable local girls. Read more on The RIBA Journal.

Media August 14, 2025

CSIRO’s New Landmark Protects 13 Million Specimens

CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency has officially opened a new state-of-the-art facility in Canberra. Designed by Hassell, in close consultation with researchers and engineers, the building is crucial for preserving Australia’s natural environment and enhancing scientific research for decades to come. Read more on The National Tribune.

Media August 13, 2025

Moments of material reuse magic as Hassell designs Arup’s Brisbane office

The new Brisbane office space on Yuggera and Turrbal Country is characterised by resourceful transformation, where waste materials from the fit-out and nearby projects have been salvaged and used in new, inventive ways. Read more on Indesignlive.

Media July 30, 2025

Arup’s new Brisbane workplace by Hassell

ArchitectureAU interviews Hassell Principal Scott Walker about designing a flexible, regenerative Brisbane workplace for Arup, building on a decade-long relationship.

News July 24, 2025

From Ashes to AC/DC: Melbourne’s MCG legacy built on enduring architectural innovation

As the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) gears up for a packed schedule of AFL clashes, the 2025 Ashes Boxing Day Test, and even a highly anticipated AC/DC concert, the enduring success of its 2006 Northern Stand redevelopment continues to shine.

Media July 22, 2025

What does regenerative design look like?

As climate instability intensifies, causing a dearth of resources, a new design ethic is emerging in the built environment. Hassell designed First Building, a “living framework” embodying regenerative design that goes beyond net-zero, focusing on circular construction, community, and Country. Read more on Australian Design Review.

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