Design innovation

Media January 03, 2024

8 big ideas designers should embrace in 2024

As we enter 2024, amid the backdrop of climate crisis, conflict and technological uncertainties, what role can and should design play in building a better future? Hassell Principal Xavier de Kestelier talks to Fast Company.

Research

Social value in the built environment

Embedding social value into our built environment to create spaces that enhance wellbeing and strengthen our communities is essential, now more than ever. But how do we successfully measure its impact?

Media December 13, 2023

15 big ideas that will change Australia in 2024

Our research paper on the potential adaptive reuse of nearly 90 vacant office buildings in the heart of Melbourne into 12,000 vibrant new homes featured in LinkedIn Australia’s Big Ideas roundup for 2024. Read the article.

News November 30, 2023

Hassell leaders appointed to the Australian Health Design Council Committee

Health leaders, Catherine Loker and Morag Lee have been appointed to the governing committee of the Australian Health Design Council (AHDC).

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The University of Western Australia’s EZONE

EZONE positions the University of Western Australia at the forefront of STEM education and campus transformation.

News November 01, 2023

Strengthening ties: Hassell’s 2023 National AIA Awards

Two Hassell projects have been honoured at this year’s Australian Institute of Architects (AIA) National Awards: Herston Quarter in Brisbane and ANU Research School of Physics in Canberra, Australia.

Conversation

Decoding the DNA of innovation: lessons from Kendall Square

What’s the secret recipe behind the world’s most innovative districts?

Media October 26, 2023

ANU’s Research School of Physics welcomes transformative research

Hassell has delivered a long awaited and purpose-built science facility – conducive to rigorous engagement and cutting-edge research – that coincides with its eight year partnership with the university. Read the article in Australia Design Review.

News October 17, 2023

John O’Mara joins our London studio

Extending a warm welcome to John O’Mara who joins our London studio. With credentials forged at Future Systems and Herzon & de Meuron, John will deepen our sustainable design commitments and further elevate our design capability.

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ANU Research School of Physics

With a design that boldly sets the direction for the next century of physics innovation, ANU’s Research School of Physics realises the first phase of Hassell’s Master Plan.

Podcast

Samantha Peart on Vinzero Think Future

Hassell’s Head of Sustainability Samantha Peart joins the Vinzero Think Future podcast episode ​‘Bee is for Built Environment.’ Listen to the podcast.

Media August 08, 2023

New architectural film inspired by Wes Anderson celebrates Singapore’s built environment

Hassell’s GSK Asia House features in a new architectural documentary ​“A Wes Anderson-ish Singapore (Volume 2)” showcasing Singapore’s fusion of urbanity meets tropical retreat. Documentary director Kevin Siyuan draws inspiration from the visual style of acclaimed filmmaker Wes Anderson, known for films like ​“Asteroid City” and ​“The Grand Budapest Hotel,” to chronicle the city and landscape of Singapore. Read more in ArchDaily.

News August 15, 2023

Retrofit & Repurpose: strategies to decarbonise the built environment

The upcoming Retrofit & Repurpose Summit asks how we can lower the environmental impact of our buildings and enhance our cities in a sustainable way. Hassell is a proud sponsor of this inaugural event being held on 6 September 2023 at Sydney’s Crown Towers.

Media July 25, 2023

30 under 30 panel discuss the true cost of sustainable design

Interior Designer Sophie Kebbell (third from left) joined Australian Design Review x Tongue and Groove’s next generation panel of architects and designers to discuss topics including greenwashing; the role of certifications and standards; balancing client budgets with sustainable design; circular design and adaptive reuse; and designing with Indigenous communities. Read more in Australian Design Review (ADR). Image courtesy of ADR.

Conversation

Leading the way: inclusion and accessibility shape
Cross River Rail’s stations

On Yuggera and Turrbal Country in Brisbane, Australia, the transformational Cross River Rail (CRR) project is making public transport accessible and inclusive for all.