The Business of Architecture*

Advocacy has been a strong focus for the ACA WA Committee in 2023, with important work on the NRF and participation in the new Building Environment Reference Group. Activities have also included the development of a RAP, new resources and local events.

The ACA WA Committee hosted this webinar on the recently updated ACA Safety in Design templates for WA. Presented by a legal expert from Jackson MacDonald.

The WA Committee could not do the work that we do without the support of our sponsors. This short article offers an overview of who they are and what they do in 2025.

The WA Committee has had another productive year, providing business advice relevant to our state, advocating on behalf of our members and many opportunities to socialise. Our WA Update provides a summary of the activities that have kept us busy in 2022.

Tom Earls from Fair Work Lawyers provides an overview of the new WHS laws brought into effect in WA in March 2022. Practices need to be aware that there are potentially significant changes to the way that safety in design is dealt with under the new WHS legislation.

The WA Branch is kicking off the year with a relaxed breakfast shared amongst our committee, members, and special invited guests.

Join the ACA - WA's Business of Small Practice (BoSP) team and Line Paras from business support agency Counting Clouds on 22 April for a webinar on how to manage small business finance in a crisis.

PLEASE NOTE, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO SUPPORT SOCIAL DISTANCING IN THE CONTEXT OF COVID-19.
Don’t miss the WA branch’s next Lunch and Learn event on 20 March, when communications expert Rachael Bernstone will share her tips on how to turn your awards entries into marketing gold.

Raise a glass with us and celebrate another great year in the business of architecture in Perth on Thursday 5 December.

The ACA - WA recaps recent events and future plans, and talks mentoring schemes and prizes.

Join the Institute of Architects WA Chapter and the ACA - WA on 5 August for a presentation on Non-Conforming Products in the Built Environment.

Congratulations to Kukame McPierzie on receiving the WA Emerging Architect Prize from the Australian Institute of Architects.

ACA - WA is delighted to present BoSP 4, an in-depth session with Sydney-based HR expert Merilyn Speiser on 2 August.

Clear the diary on 25 July for the ACA - WA's annual Members Lunch to celebrate the start of a new financial year.

The ACA - WA Committee, in partnership with Hassell and Consult Australia, is proud to present a discussion about innovative new technology with keynote speaker Joshua Ridley on 4 July. Book now!

WA's Business of Small Practice forum is proving a popular staple on the event calendar, with the recent instalment focusing on the delicate balance of financial health, personal values and enjoyment of the work.

How do you improve your bottom line without letting go of your values or your daily enjoyment of the work? On 10 May, Warwick Mihaly will share his insights for BoSP3 in WA.

Please join the ACA, the Institute and Parlour on 21 March for a presentation on the Parlour Census Report, followed by a panel discussion about future action and advocacy.

Please join the ACA and Parlour at Notre Dame University on 21 March for a presentation on the Parlour Census Report, and a discussion about future action and advocacy.

The ACA - WA Committee welcomes in the new year with breakfast for members and sponsors at one of Perth's best cafes.

The ACA - WA Committee is delighted to announce its calendar of events for 2019. More details will be provided in the new year.

There was a healthy turnout for the ACA - WA's annual President’s Cocktail Party on the rooftop of the Alex Hotel.

Join the ACA - WA on 23 November to talk shares, trusts, asset protection and employee ownership at a breakfast BoSP event.

Come along to our annual President's end-of-year drinks on the rooftop of The Alex Hotel!

Western Australia is gearing up for a busy end to 2018! The following events have been scheduled, with dates to be announced shortly.

ACA - WA is pleased to welcome Kukame McPierzie, design director at Gresley Abas, to our branch committee.

The ACA - WA is excited to announce the first event in a new series curated specifically for small business.

Join the ACA - WA to discuss risk allocation, insolvency and the local precarious state of the construction industry at their next event on 17 May.

The WA Committee is on the hunt for new members.

Join us for breakfast in Perth and learn more about our new Strategic Plan!

Come along to our first event of 2018 to find out more about the ACA Toolbox and how we can help you improve your business.

The ACA - WA Committee has a host of interesting events planned for 2018. Here’s a rundown.

ACA - WA has celebrated the end of a busy year, and there are many plans for the coming year.

Join ACA - WA for Christmas Drinks, 23 November at the Alex Hotel.

Peter Hodge and Greg Howlett are retiring from the ACA - WA Committee. Thanks for all the work and wisdom!

ACA - WA invites members to meet with pre-eminent barrister, Adrian Hughes QC, at an event held in conjunction with Consult Australia and the Society of Construction Law.

Congratulations to Michael Gay, ACA - WA’s newest committee member, on being awarded the WA Emerging Architect Prize from the Australian Institute of Architects.

The ACA - WA Committee is delighted to invite you to our next lunch, held in celebration of the end of financial year.

ACA - WA farewells Theo Gaunt and welcomes Emma Brain as the new branch executive officer.

Join the ACA - WA for a discussion event to launch our Industry Discussion Paper on Procuring Architectural Services on April 12.

Best practice in procurement is top of the agenda for the ACA - WA this year, with several initiatives planned.

ACA - WA has submitted responses to four Design WA documents and policies.

It has been another busy year for the ACA in WA. President Kieran Wong gives an overview in his speech from the 2016 President's Cocktail Party.

ACA - WA welcomes the announcement of amendments and improvements to the Development Assessment Panel (DAP) process in Western Australia by the Hon Donna Faragher MLC, Minister for Planning; Disability Services.

The ACA - WA member survey on WA Development Assessment Panel and local authority Design Advisory Committees is providing an important evidence base for advocacy with the Minister for Planning.

The next ACA - WA luncheon is on October 21.

What are your experiences of the WA Development Assessment Panel (DAP) and local authority Design Advisory Committees? Please tell us at a panel discussion on 29 August.

Welcoming the 2016 ACA - WA Committee

Join ACA - WA for lunch on Friday June 24 to mix and mingle with fellow members.

Join ACA - WA for the ACA luncheon.

New ACA - WA President Greg Howlett introduces himself and ACA plans for 2016.

ACA - WA's Cocktail Party farewelled Richard Young and welcomed Greg Howlett as the new President.

Richard Young invites WA members to the President’s Cocktail Party.

The ACA wishes Richard Young, the current ACA - WA President, well in his retirement, and welcomes Greg Howlett as the new WA President.

Does BIM require or benefit from new contract provisions and new procurement models? Find out at a breakfast talk by Professor David Mosey in Perth on 13 November.

ACA - WA's August seminar looks at the complexities of outsourcing. Book now!

Join ACA - WA for the June Members Luncheon

ACA - WA welcomed new members at a lunch event that saw Steve Kennedy reflect on the role of the ACA in addressing issues facing the profession through information and advocacy.

The next ACA - WA Members’ Lunch welcomes new architects.

The way we deliver projects is changing at an ever-increasing rate. Are we keeping up?

Join ACA - WA for the next members luncheon.

Nic MacCormac reports on a vibrant discussion in Perth on architectural business issues, changes in the industry and how we can adapt to them.

Richard Young, President of ACA - WA, summarises activities of the past year.

ACA - WA's first event for 2014 asks, What can cloud technology do for an architectural practice?

Does signing the AS 4122 - 2010 General Conditions of Contract put your PI insurance at risk? The ACA - WA is working to rectify this. Richard Young, ACA - WA President, outlines the issues and progress thus far.

Negotiations continue in WA over the government’s Building Management and Works contracts. Richard Young provides a further update.

Richard Young reports on progress in addressing concerns about the Architectural Services Panel Conditions of Engagement.

An update on ACA - WA's ongoing advocacy for better conditions of engagement in government contracts.