On the way back to the studio from a lunchtime exhibition visit, one of my colleagues mentioned the broader concept … More
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Volunteering at the Roy Grounds Open House
Over the two weekends in September and October, I participated in the Roy Grounds Open House. There was an opportunity … More
Takeaways and Questions from the Inaugural Murcutt Symposium
I had the pleasure of attending the inaugural Murcutt Symposium on 12th and 13th September at the State Library of … More
How can we understand ‘architectural narratives’?
One frequently used word in architectural discourses, both in education and practice, is a ‘narrative’. ‘Narrative’ has been thrown around … More
Design Thinking and Human Control in Garden Design
A recent weekend visit to Alowyn Gardens in Yarra Valley, known for all-season thematic ornamental gardens and a nursery, made … More
Solo Backpacking Architecture Trip to Finland & Denmark
After the tender submission of a project at work, I took two weeks off work backpacking around Finland and Denmark … More
Thinking about Honest, Genuine Architecture
A few weeks ago, my mum sent me a parcel containing a book my auntie wanted me to have a … More
Nihon no Toshi Kukan – Reflective Essay
Over the last three and half years, I’ve worked on translating a book 日本の都市空間 (Nihon no Toshi Kukan, meaning urban … More
Reflecting on my Independent Thesis
As I wrapped up my Master of Architecture course this semester, this will be the last article on my experience … More
Venice Studio: finishing the 12-day super intensive studio program
In early January, I was fortunate to be offered a spot in the intensive studio program called Venice Studio. Venice … More
A Booklet as a Time Capsule
Since I was in middle school, I have enjoyed designing booklets for different purposes. Design of a booklet (small book … More
Reflecting on Material Sustainability – Master Design Studio D
As the second semester of the Master of Architecture has finished, I’d like to share what I learnt through a … More