Sustainable practices in architecture
Join the ACA NSW/ACT Committee on Wednesday 17 September to unlock sustainable practices in architecture. Anthony Kearns will share practical strategies for building and maintaining sustainable human systems, exploring how these connect with broader sustainability goals and the opportunities and challenges they create for architects and practices.
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As the architecture profession faces increasing pressure from various fronts – economic uncertainty, the rise of Gen AI, and the evolving complexity of modern practice – it’s critical that firms continue to thrive as sustainable human systems.
According to the ACA 2025 Pulse Check findings, the greatest challenge now confronting architects and practices is not just environmental performance or financial resilience, but how to nurture a sustainable practice that supports both people and the planet.
In this insightful webinar, we will:
- Explore the key challenges facing architectural practices and related professions today.
- Discuss strategies to build and maintain sustainable human systems within your practice.
- Look at practical principles, orientations and design practices that can help you foster a sustainable, human-centred approach to your practice.
- Gain a deeper understanding of how the sustainability of human systems depends on a systems-based approach, and the risks of individualising both the problem and the solution – particularly when engaging with conscientious professional populations.
Whether you’re grappling with the effects of rapid changes, or seeking ways to balance the environmental, social and human aspects of sustainability, this session offers valuable insights for architects and design professionals.
SPEAKER
Anthony Kearns recently joined Planned Cover as the Client Experience Manager. With over 30 years of experience in litigation, risk management, and organisational development, he has held senior executive roles in national and international firms. Anthony is a Senior Fellow at the University of Melbourne and a Visiting Lecturer at Harvard Law School. He holds degrees in Law and Science from the Australian National University, a Master of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Melbourne, and has studied at Stanford University.
In addition to his executive roles, Anthony is an experienced executive coach and facilitator, specialising in Immunity to Change, Appreciative Inquiry, and Adaptive Leadership. Over the past decade, he has built a successful consulting practice helping general counsel and in-house legal teams improve the impact and sustainability of their practices.
WHERE & WHEN
Online via Zoom
8–9am Wednesday, 17 September 2025
COST & BOOKING
Members $30 incl GST
Non-members $40 incl GST
To reserve your ticket, BOOK HERE.
CPD
Participation in this event will deliver 1 formal CPD point.
Learning outcomes:
- Gain a clearer understanding of the complex relationship between experts and complexity, and how it impacts professional practices.
- Learn about the key enablers of human motivation and psychological well-being in the workplace.
- Access practical strategies, orientations, and design principles that will help sustain your practice and those around you.
- Develop a deeper insight into the need for a systems approach to the sustainability of human systems, and understand the risks of individualising both the problems and solutions, especially when working with conscientious professional populations.
AACA Competencies:
Client Relationships & Project Communication – PC3
Design & Documentation – PC4
Practice Management & Business Skills – PC24
CONTACT
For any questions, please contact Marie Frost at nswact@aca.org.au