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Harbourside’s first office façade panels installed

An early glimpse of Harbourside’s defining architectural character is now visible with the installation of its first office façade panels.

Media June 27, 2025

University of Edinburgh’s Usher Building officially opened

The University of Edinburgh’s Usher Building, designed by Hassell, has officially opened. It’s the university’s first new building to rely solely on efficient air source heat pump heating, avoiding direct use of fossil fuels. Read more on Project Scotland.

Media June 20, 2025

Hassell’s First Building wins Premier’s Prize

More than 130 NSW projects were shortlisted for the awards, with the first building constructed for the new city of Bradfield – collecting the Premier’s prize. Read more on The Guardian.

News June 20, 2025

METRONET unveils Perth’s biggest rail transformation yet

Perth’s public transport network has hit a major milestone for the Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal Project with the opening of five new elevated stations along the inner Armadale Line — delivering one of the most significant upgrades to the city’s rail infrastructure in decades.

Media June 19, 2025

First Nations design professionals collaborate with Sydney Metro on new stations

Designs for six new Sydney Metro stations have been finalised, led by a collaboration between First Nations design professionals Djinjama and lead architects Hassell. Read more on National Indigenous Times.

Media June 17, 2025

Murdoch Square wins Commercial Architecture and Urban Design award at AIA

Hassell’s Murdoch Square has been awarded top honors for both Urban Design and Commercial Architecture at the Western Australian AIA Awards. Read more on Indesignlive.

Media June 13, 2025

Hassell wins Award of Excellence for The University of Queensland amphitheatre

Our ampitheatre design for The University of Queensland has taken top honours at last night’s 2025 QLD Landscape Architecture Awards. Read all about our award-winning work in Landscape Australia.

Media June 10, 2025

Inside Sandcastles, Western Australia’s first paediatric hospice

Sandcastles (Boodja Mia), Western Australia’s first paediatric hospice, designed by Hassell, is a compelling example of how thoughtful design can offer comfort, dignity, and connection to children with life-limiting illnesses and their families in times of profound need. Read more on Architecture & Design.

Media June 02, 2025

Gene Technologies Building by Hassell to expand CMRI’s research capabilities

The $272.4 million, two-stage redevelopment at 214 Hawkesbury Road, Westmead, will expand CMRI’s research capabilities within the Westmead Hospital Precinct. Read more on Architecture & Design.

Media May 30, 2025

Hassell’s 44 Martin Place shortlisted for 2025 National Architecture Awards

As the iconic 44 Martin Place earns a coveted spot on the shortlist for the 2025 National Architecture Awards, Hassell reflects on the creative journey behind its transformation. Read more on Architecture & Design

Media May 30, 2025

Unveiling The Lands by Capella

The heritage-listed Department of Lands building is renamed as The Lands by Capella. Renewed and adapted by Hassell in partnership with Heritage Architects Purcell, this project reimagines a historic landmark into a vibrant contemporary destination for Sydney. Read more on Architecture and Design.

News May 27, 2025

Designing for reconciliation in action

As National Reconciliation Week 2025 calls on us to Bridge Now to Next, we’re reflecting on the powerful role of community, culture, and connection in the journey toward reconciliation

Media May 22, 2025

A durable and striking outer shell for Optus Stadium

Optus Stadium blends bold design with durable Quartz-Zinc cladding, offering a striking, low-maintenance exterior that reflects Perth’s identity and environmental values. Read more about our design for Optus Stadium in Architecture & Design.

Media May 13, 2025

Where home meets health: The rise of resi-medi neighbourhoods

As we grapple with the dual pressures of a housing crisis and an ageing population, Hassell Principal Ben Rees and Residential Sector Co-leader Jeremy Schluter explore a bold new architectural hybrid: the medical-residential complex. Could this model reshape how we live, age and connect? Read more on Australian Design Review.