Creative partnerships are one of the keystones of the NBRSARCHITECTURE philosophy. The Master Builders Association of New South Wales Awards which were held last week give us the opportunity to celebrate with and honour a number firms who give life to NBRS designs. We are excited to announce that a number of NBRS designed buildings […]

On Friday 12th May, NBRSARCHITECTURE had the pleasure of co-hosting the SMART Breakfast Seminar alongside social research company McCrindle at Macquarie University’s newest building: the E7A Miller Building. As designers of the building, NBRS Directors Andrew Duffin and James Ward spoke of incorporating different types learning spaces suitable for academics and the varying aspects of […]

Bringing schools into the 21st century through flexible, innovative spaces [PWC. APRIL 2017] “We shape our buildings and afterwards, our buildings shape us” – Winston Churchill Education is universally recognised as a pillar for both economic and social growth in any society. Government spending on education in Australia reflects our priority of investing in the […]

Joining NBRSARCHITECTURE’s Landscape Studio earlier this year, Annabel Spillane (a graduate of UNSW) and Conor Brown (a graduate of Queensland University of Technology) have been working under the direction of Studio Director Andrew Leuchars on a number of innovative projects including the Aquatopia Prairiewood Water Park opening next month, Secondary Schools Renewal Program, and the Taronga Institute […]

NBRSARCHITECTURE is designing the innovative Taronga Institute of Science and Learning, a world class facility that will cater to researchers, students, the public and VIP’s. The Taronga Institute of Science and Learning (TISL), a $30 million project funded by the NSW Government and Taronga Conservation Society, will provide immersive experiences for children and creative partnerships […]

NBRSARCHITECTURE cross studios came together to produce a provoking urban design solution for the Ryde Civic and Retail Precinct. Our urban designers, architects, landscape architects, heritage experts, and esd/compliance team all interacted to produce a big idea design that weaves cultures together and gathers the community in the way that an indigenous reed basket would […]

Cairnsfoot School is currently in the construction phase and is set to be completed this year. The modular design, by NBRSARCHITECTURE, will provide a campus that is dedicated to ‘encouraging independence and lifelong learning’ for the students at Cairnsfoot. The new school will be equipped with 17 classrooms including all support facilities that are required […]

“This proposal offers much more than a flexible theatre space – it offers a diverse range of public spaces that contribute to the life of the community” – Rodney Drayton (NBRS) In June 2016, NBRSARCHITECTURE teamed up with CHROFI to deliver a design submission for Goulburn Performing Arts Centre. The combination of NBRS’ depth of […]

More than twenty NBRSARCHITECTURE staff participated in Cancer Council’s City Mile Dash on June 17th. The City Mile Dash is a lunch-time fun run (or walk) for nearby corporate competitors that encourages participants to get outside and exercise during the work day. This year marks an exciting year as it was the first time that NBRS […]

“Well visioned, wholly encapsulating visitor experience that is an experience both within and without the building.” Judges Comments MAGNA MAMA has been named the national winner for 2016’s MAGNA Award for best Permanent Exhibition or Gallery Fitout. The Murray Art Museum Albury, more fondly known as MAMA, continues to reign in praises, this time for […]

NBRSARCHITECTURE has a strong connection with schools of Architecture. Our architecture students are encouraged to engage in critical design thinking mixed with real studio work. For the past six years, NBRS has engaged with students from all Sydney universities in the thought leading ENVISION Research Program. The ten-week paid internship has produced research material in areas […]

The inner city area of Green Square has regenerated from warehousing to high density residential. Along with the population pressure has come the need for social and community focus. With this backdrop, only 18 months ago, there came the drive to establish an urban church that would be welcoming, transparent, engaged and connected with an […]

NBRS welcomes Alison Huynh and Erin Arthur who have joined the NBRSARCHITECTURE. ALISON Alison recently completed her Master of Architecture degree at the University of Sydney and expanded her horizons with a semester abroad in the Netherlands. She brings with her a wealth of knowledge in designing health buildings and has joined the NBRSARCHITECTURE team […]

Architectural Designer Katie Williams and Landscape Architect Nicholas Ison, of NBRSARCHITECTURE, recently led a small team in the design of ‘The Canopy’ – a vibrant and innovative entry for the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) Architecture Commission Design Competition. With assistance from Sophie Geelan (NBRSLandscape) and Mandy Flack (NBRSGraphics) the team created a pop-up design […]

“A new contemporary art gallery is drawing attention to this border town, and there’s plenty more to do and see” – Elisabeth Knowles According to The Daily Telegraph, “The hottest new tourist attraction in town is the Murray Art Museum Albury (MAMA). Opened in October, the $10.5 million-dollar redevelopment has an edgy collection of Australian […]