The architecture industry in Australia is an essential contributor to the country's economic growth and development. It is a highly competitive and dynamic industry that is constantly evolving and adapting to changing market conditions and consumer demands. This article explores the factors contributing to the growth and success of the architecture industry in Australia, key statistics, trends, challenges, and future outlook.
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the architecture industry contributed approximately AUD 5.2 billion to GDP in 2022, an increase of 3.7% from the previous year. The industry also employed approximately 36,000 people in 2022, an increase of 2.3% from the previous year. The architecture industry in Australia is highly competitive, with approximately 14,000 registered architects competing for projects. The industry is concentrated in several cities, including Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, which account for the majority of industry revenue.
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BOND UNIVERSITY
1,892
+61 7 5595 2152 cvsupport@bond.edu.au
Bond University is Australia’s leading independent, not-for-profit university, dedicated to creating and supporting the next generation of corporate and community leaders. Small personalised classes, mentoring by world-renowned academics, access to high-profile industry achievers and a core skills program teaching leadership, entrepreneurship, communication skills and ethics combine to offer an educational experience of the highest standards. This is further enhanced by Bond’s intensive three-semesters-per-year schedule that aligns with the Northern Hemisphere university timetables to facilitate exchange and Study Abroad opportunities. All around the world, Bond graduates stand out, clearly distinguished by their ‘can do’ attitude, self-confidence and drive to succeed, and are actively recruited by blue-chip corporations. CRICOS Provider Code 00017B
COGNIZANT SERVIAN
752
+65 6812 4051 inquiry@cognizant.com
Cognizant Servian was formed on the deep expertise of two acquisitions: Servian and Contino. By combining Servian and Continos world-class consulting and engineering teams, clients are now able to take advantage of the most credentialed and experienced cloud and data group in the ANZ region. Servian a leading cloud and data consultancy with a proven track record in delivering outcomes and advice that boost business capabilities. Their highly skilled team of consultants ensured they focused on solving client objectives through the best use of technology to build competitive advantage. Continos consulting and engineering teams have completed more than 300 enterprise engagements since 2014. Specialising in helping the worlds leading brands accelerate digital transformation, clients have included brands such National Australia Bank, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, JetStar, Origin Energy and Lasoo among others. This combined wealth of experience gives Cognizant Servian clients access to digit…
BVN ARCHITECTURE
408
+61 2 8297 7200 media@bvn.com.au
BVN is a creative collective of architects, designers, researchers and makers. Were Australian at heart, with international studios and a global outlook. Were also a place that values people: our culture policy is 100% Human. Thats why weve won so many awards for being a Best Place to Work. For more information visit our website at: www.bvn.com.au
UNIVERSITY OF TASMANIA
4,771
+61 138827 alumni.office@utas.edu.au
The University of Tasmania is the fourth oldest university in Australia (one of the original sandstone Universities) and is ranked in the top 10 Australian research universities*, the top 2 per cent of universities globally**, and the Top 300 universities in the world***. We have three Tasmanian campuses in Hobart, Launceston and Burnie, and three Sydney facilities in Rozelle, Darlinghurst and Darling Harbour. We have over 2,500 staff, and our student population includes over 31,000 undergraduates, over 600 postgraduates, and over 7000 international students. Our courses are accredited and professionally-recognised by relevant industry and professional bodies in Australia and abroad. Tasmania is an affordable place to live, with a stunning natural environment and a welcoming community. For students looking for an exceptional, personalised university experience that will shape their future success, there is no better place to study. The University is home to more than 20 world-class…
SPIIRE
376
+61 3 9993 7888 adelaide@spiire.com.au
We are an integrated team of passionate civil engineers, landscape architects, surveyors, town planners, urban designers, visual media artists and water engineers providing specialist services to the property and infrastructure sectors. As property and infrastructure consultants, we are connected with the industry, and work together every day to deliver a high level of forward thinking and creative solutions our clients are proud of. With more than 300 employees across our Melbourne, Canberra, Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Shepparton, Gippsland and Albury / Wodonga offices, we are one of the region’s most trusted employee owned property and infrastructure consultants supporting local development projects with local expertise.
SSW
327
+61 2 9953 3000 info@ssw.com.au
SSWs Consulting Services have delivered best-of-breed Microsoft solutions for more than 1,000 clients in 15 countries. With 50 consultants in 3 countries, SSWs developers are some of the best in the business. We have many Microsoft Certifications, 5 MVPs, and a Microsoft Regional Director. We deliver scalable and extensible custom solutions with the future in mind. Our solutions improve businesses bottom lines, with real-time savings and long-term value. We will provide you with the competitive advantage you need. We aim to build it right the first time. We reduce projects risk through excellent communication, transparency, and fast feedback loops. SSW builds powerful software with intuitive user experiences that allow people to automate complex tasks and see meaningful insights, and hopefully, we can help your business to make better decisions. SSW Consulting has over 30 years of experience developing awesome Microsoft solutions that today build on top of Angular, React, Vue, Azure…
DKO ARCHITECTURE
209
+61 2 8346 4500 info@dko.com.au
DKO was founded in 2000. Its founding partners Koos de Keijzer and Zvonko Orsanic were keen to independently implement their own vision: the creation of ingenious spaces that are appreciated by the eyes, mind and soul alike. Within a decade the practice - with Koos de Keijzer as Principal - has grown from its humble beginnings to a design powerhouse in the Asia-Pacific region. DKO is a multidisciplinary team of 190 professionals working across six offices in Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia. Such rapid expansion has meant constant adaptation to the changing needs of the market however the underlying principles that propel DKO have remained consistent since day one. At DKO we approach all projects with our heads firmly on our shoulders. We utilise logic to interpret our canvas into unique and effective designs. We aim to be as culturally aware and people savvy as possible to understand and appreciate the different ways they tick. We open our minds to the creative possibiliti…
EMPORIUM HOTELS
145
+61 7 3556 3333 info@emporiumhotels.com.au
The iconic Emporium Hotel is Australias most awarded boutique luxury hotel brand. It was the very first of its kind in Brisbane, not only setting a new benchmark in luxury accommodation but, as part of the Emporium mixed-use precinct, was the major catalyst for the urban renewal and revival of Fortitude Valley and surrounds. The Hotel has gained an enviable reputation nationally and internationally and was most recently named Australias Leading Boutique Hotel at the World Travel Awards for the fourth consecutive year (2018, 2017, 2016, 2015). Emporium was the sole vision of two dedicated property and design-driven Queenslanders, Anthony and Francine John of the Anthony John Group. Together they have conceived, designed, created and delivered a hotel without equal in Queensland. The design architecture of the hotel was driven by owner, Francine John who created the overall concept, inspired by the frangipani flower. The majority of the design features were sourced locally by Queens…
BILLARD LEECE PARTNERSHIP
150
+61 2 8096 4066 info@blp.com.au
Billard Leece Partnership is a global leader in social infrastructure design, creating social and cultural impact for a healthy world. Our approach has developed over 25 years of delivering projects across health, education, seniors living + communities, science + technology, and workplace sectors. We create environments for health and wellbeing. We translate evidence-based research into physical environments, and design for human connection in all our projects. Our socially connected environments empower communities and make a positive social impact. Our approach is mindful of minority and First Nations perspectives and responds to place, designing with nature to impact user experience. Based from our Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Hong Kong studio hubs, our diverse team of architects, interior designers, master planners and health advisory are flexible, connected, and adaptive. We work in positive collaborations with our clients and partners to design and deliver projects local…
HAMES SHARLEY
198
+61 8 8942 5800 wa@hamessharley.com.au
Hames Sharley is a leading national design practice with offices in Adelaide, Brisbane, Darwin, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. Hames Sharley projects originate from a wealth of research and knowledge from 40 years’ experience and collective expertise in architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, urban design and planning. Our shared design philosophy promotes the creation of environmentally and socially appropriate structural solutions. We are committed to delivering the best product to our clients. This integrity filled approach has resulted in long term relationships and a mutual trust between clients and employees, with a steady stream of repeat business built on a culture of collaboration and an openness to creativity. For more information on Hames Sharley, visit our website at www.hamessharley.com.au
FINXL IT PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
211
+61 8 8224 3800 sydney@finxl.com.au
FinXL IT Professional Services – part of the Finite Group - is a proudly Australian company known for delivering high value ICT services and solutions. FinXL was established in 2003 and has an international presence with eight offices across Australia and New Zealand. As a trusted partner, we consistently deliver excellence and value to our clients. Our outcome driven approach is achieved by combining exceptionally talented people with proven methodologies to deliver innovative and pragmatic solutions. This enables our clients to increase revenue and profitability, improve customer satisfaction and engagement and stay ahead in today’s rapidly changing world. We have provided ICT Professional Services to a diverse range of medium to large enterprises and government organisations, including many ASX 200 corporations. Some of our key industries include: > Telecommunications > Government – Federal, State and Local > Banking and Financial Services > Commercial > Utilities and Resou…
KJR
155
+61 1300 854 063 info@kjr.com.au
A software quality engineering consultancy, that delivers. Assuring digital success since 1997. Founded over 25 years ago as the uncertainty of Y2K loomed over organisations worldwide, we remain leaders of the tech industry with over 100 specialists providing software qa, testing, DevSecOps, data quality and AI assurance services across Australia- supported by offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Canberra. Our strategic and technical services are used by ASX-listed and Fortune 500 companies as well as Australian federal and state government departments to drive their digital advancement and give their customers, citizens and stakeholders the quality customer experience they expect. Interested in hearing about new opportunities with KJR? If youre an IT or digital professional, take a moment to join our Talent Community and well contact you with roles matching your skills, experience and availability www.livehire.me/talent/community/kjr/linkedin.
ELABOR8, A CPRIME COMPANY
132
+61 1300 352 278 contact@elabor8.com
Elabor8 is a management consultancy with a difference. We help businesses adapt and move through our focus on people, teams and organisational agility. Elabor8 is now a Cprime Company. https://www.cprime.com/
SEISMA GROUP
139
+61 3 8592 9000 info@seisma.com.au
Seisma Group is a 100% Australian and New Zealand-owned IT professional services company. We have a strong commitment to creating jobs and retaining value within the local economy via returns to our superannuation fund investors. We work with clients across industries including banking and capital markets, energy, resources, health, aged care, government and not-for-profit. We are known for our expertise in cloud and infrastructure, strategy and advisory, engineering, delivery and digital platforms. We work as an extension of our clients’ teams, walking with them on their journey to build their technological capabilities. We’re here to make sure our clients have the right tools and strategies at the right time to grow their businesses. We have over 500 consultants working across Australia and New Zealand, with offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Wellington, Perth and Auckland. We are proudly carbon neutral and pledge 1% of our profits to social causes, including the education of Ugandan h…
CENTRAL INNOVATION
104
+61 1800 633 701 sharp.task@centralinnovation.com
Central Innovation sources, builds and advises on world-class design process solutions to the manufacturing, architecture, engineering and construction industries. We help our customers develop their design process and systems by deploying the world’s most capable design and 3D modelling software. We enhance this with specialist consulting, ongoing training and access to industry focused recruitment on top of supplying the world’s fastest design oriented hardware. Whether you work on the design of manufactured products or in the architecture and construction space, we have you covered across your entire design process. We are the parent company of both the Intercad and GRAPHISOFT Australia brands. Central Innovation advises on best-of-breed software, hardware, systems and people solutions. Our advice is sought after for its competitive, productivity, operational and efficiency advantages.
SPICERS AUSTRALIA
114
+61 1300 132 644 online.sales@spicers.com.au
Spicers is a dynamic and solutions-focused company with a passion for supplying quality materials, equipment, and solutions to our customers in the commercial print, labelling, signage, visual display, and architectural industries. A leader in our traditional market of commercial print paper products, we now hold significant positions in our growth markets: digital media, consumables, hardware and architecture. With Australian operations in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart, Canberra, Darwin and Townsville, each region we do business in has a personality of its own. This local knowledge means that we understand the issues and opportunities faced by our customers, and can partner with them to make the right choices for their business. We aim to be the business partner of choice for our customer, by delivering on our promises, every day.
DESIGN & BUILD RECRUITMENT
106
+61 434 024 011 coralia@designandbuild.com.au
Design & Build have over 18 years’ experience recruiting in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, Manufacturing, Property and Real Estate. We put trust at the heart of our entire process. From taking a brief with a client, interviewing a candidate, arranging interviews, managing the on-boarding process and keeping in touch, we measure success on whether we’ve done right by you. As market leaders in the construction, engineering, architecture, manufacturing, property and real estate sectors we have unrivaled connections, expertise and contacts. We can find your next permanent employee or the right person for a short-term contract. Looking to engage candidates directly on an hourly rate basis? We also offer a pay rolling service, to help you employ workers on a flexible hourly basis. We’re here for all your recruitment needs.
SUNLAND GROUP
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+61 7 5564 3700 welcome@sunlandgroup.com.au
Sunland Group –– Art, Beauty, Community Sunland Group (ASX: SDG) is an ASX-listed company with a proud 37-year history of delivering some of Australia’s most successful and iconic residential developments. Established on the Gold Coast in 1983, Sunland is a leading national property developer with nearly four decades’ experience delivering award-winning, design-driven communities along Australia’s eastern seaboard. Over the years Sunland has delivered some of Australia’s most renowned architectural landmarks and an impressive portfolio of vibrant, design-driven residential communities. Among Sunland’s most iconic developments is Palazzo Versace, the world’s first fashion-branded hotel, which was delivered on The Spit in 2000. Sunland also designed and delivered Q1, the world’s tallest residential tower from 2005 to 2011 and a celebrated Gold Coast landmark. At the heart of Sunland’s enduring commitment to creating ‘architecture as art’ is our vision to build vibrant communities a…
HATCH ROBERTSDAY
61
+61 3 9916 6787 hello_perth@robertsday.com.au
Our mission is to make Australia’s cities and regions the greatest in the world. As a national leader in the fields of urban strategy, urban design and placemaking, we help to shape vibrant, sustainable and liveable places that are built on authentic foundations, resonate with their community and leave a legacy of prosperity. Through our studios in Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra and a global Urban Solutions network in London, New York, Toronto and Johannesburg, we have extensive involvement in leading an array of strategic planning, community visioning, precinct planning and policy development projects in close collaboration with multi-disciplinary project teams, authorities and communities. About Hatch We are proud to be part of Hatch, an employee-owned global professional services firm that delivers a comprehensive offering of strategic and technical engineering and program management services across the globe. Established in 1965, Hatch has over six decades of bu…
INTALOCK CYBER SECURITY
65
+61 1800 996 613 contact@intalock.com.au
Intalock is a leading provider of information management and cyber security solutions in Australia. Information is in our DNA – and we love nothing more than helping our clients gain maximum value out of their information, whilst always ensuring it remains protected. Our secret formula? Real partnerships focused on outcomes delivered by true experts. Always. Intalock isn’t an IT generalist: our intent has never been to be everything to everyone. We’re not in the business of selling “things” – there are plenty of others who will do that. In a nutshell, we’re a consulting-led organisation coupled with industry leading managed services capability. Being subject-matter specialists in information management and cyber security, you can be assured that we’re not just good at what we do – we’re exceptional. We’ve captured the smarts of our team of information experts, and combined them with the experiences gained from hundreds of engagements across multiple industry sectors. From th…
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Factors Contributing to the Growth and Success of the Architecture Industry in Australia
The Australian government has implemented various initiatives to support the growth and success of the architecture industry, such as the Building Better Cities program, which aims to improve urban design and sustainability. The government has also implemented measures to support sustainable building design, such as the National Construction Code and the Green Building Council of Australia.
Industry Growth and Comparison to Previous Years
The architecture industry in Australia has experienced steady growth in recent years, with GDP contribution increasing from AUD 4.9 billion in 2019 to AUD 5.2 billion in 2022, according to the ABS. This growth can be attributed to increasing investment in infrastructure and public works, such as transport infrastructure, hospitals, and schools, as well as increasing demand for sustainable and innovative building design.
Key Trends in the Architecture Industry
Sustainable Design
Sustainable design has become a significant trend in the architecture industry in Australia, with increasing demand for sustainable building materials, energy-efficient design, and green spaces. Architects are incorporating sustainable design principles into their projects to reduce the environmental impact of buildings and create healthier living and working environments.
Building Information Modeling (BIM)
Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become a significant trend in the architecture industry, enabling architects to design, analyze, and manage building information in a digital environment. BIM allows architects to collaborate more effectively with other stakeholders, such as builders, engineers, and clients. It also helps to reduce errors, improve accuracy, and reduce costs.
Challenges Facing the Architecture Industry
Skills Shortage
A skills shortage is a significant challenge facing the architecture industry in Australia, particularly in regional areas. The industry requires highly skilled professionals, such as architects and engineers, but many regions struggle to attract and retain these professionals. This shortage can lead to increased costs, reduced project quality, and delayed project timelines.
Competition
Competition is also a significant challenge facing the architecture industry in Australia, with many firms competing for projects. This competition can lead to downward pressure on fees and reduced profitability. Smaller firms, in particular, may struggle to compete against larger firms with greater resources and established reputations.
Future Outlook for the Architecture Industry
The architecture industry in Australia is expected to continue experiencing steady growth in the coming years, driven by increasing investment in infrastructure and public works, as well as increasing demand for sustainable and innovative building design. However, the industry must address significant challenges related to skills shortages, competition, and changing market conditions.
To remain successful, the architecture industry in Australia will need to continue to innovate and invest in new technologies and processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs. In addition, the industry can benefit from government initiatives to support sustainable building design and improve access to skilled professionals. Collaboration and partnerships between firms, as well as with government and other stakeholders, can also help address challenges and promote innovation.
In terms of technological disruptions, the architecture industry is likely to see increasing adoption of BIM and other digital technologies, enabling greater collaboration, efficiency, and accuracy in project design and management. Additionally, the growing use of 3D printing and other advanced manufacturing techniques may enable architects to create more complex and sustainable building designs at lower costs.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the architecture industry in Australia is a critical contributor to the country's economic growth and development, driven by increasing demand for sustainable and innovative building design. The industry has experienced steady growth in recent years, supported by government initiatives and increasing investment in infrastructure and public works. Looking forward, the architecture industry in Australia is expected to continue experiencing steady growth, driven by increasing demand for sustainable and innovative building design. However, the industry must address significant challenges related to skills shortages, competition, and changing market conditions to remain successful.
The industry can also benefit from continued investment in research and development to drive innovation and stay ahead of emerging trends and technologies. By investing in new materials, design techniques, and technologies, architects can create buildings that are not only more sustainable and efficient but also more aesthetically pleasing and functional.
In addition, the architecture industry can play a vital role in addressing some of the major challenges facing society today, such as climate change and urbanization. By designing buildings and spaces that are more sustainable and resilient, architects can help to reduce carbon emissions, conserve resources, and promote healthier living and working environments.
Overall, the future outlook for the architecture industry in Australia is positive, with opportunities for growth and innovation. However, the industry must remain adaptable and agile to respond to changing market conditions and emerging trends. By investing in new technologies, fostering collaboration, and embracing sustainability, the architecture industry in Australia can continue to play a critical role in shaping the built environment and driving economic growth and development.