The world of architecture is experiencing a new era filled with excitement and intrigue, and it's all thanks to the growing emphasis on sustainable practices.
As a collective, it's our responsibility to ensure that the environment isn't harmed by our actions, and this is where sustainable architects come in. With new innovations and ideas emerging, there has never been a more exciting time to join the ranks of sustainable architects.
Gone are the days when an architect's primary concern was just to create thoughtful spaces. In the modern era, architects must also prioritise environmental impact when designing buildings.
This new way of thinking represents an exciting and uncharted territory, but one that is essential for shaping the future of our world.
In any industry, there are always individuals who stand out and make a significant impact in a short amount of time. The Emerging Sustainable Architect/Designer award category at the 2023 Sustainability Awards is designed to recognize those who have made a positive environmental impact in their first five years as an architect.
Marni Reti (pictured above) of Kaunitz Yeung was the winner of the award in 2022. A proud Palawa and Ngātiwai woman, Reti graduated from the Masters of Architecture at the University of Technology, Sydney, where she was one of the first recipients of the inaugural Droga Indigenous Architecture Scholarship, a prestigious scholarship aimed at fostering new Indigenous talent in the world of architecture. She has dedicated her professional and academic career to engaging Indigenous knowledge keeping into architectural practice and design.
This prestigious award is sponsored by Timberlink, an industry leader in sustainability. Timberlink is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and investing in cutting-edge innovation to reduce waste and inefficiency, setting them apart from their competitors.
The Emerging Sustainable Architect/Designer award is a testament to the people behind the projects, celebrating their leadership in the field of sustainable architecture. The winner will be announced in November at a ceremony in Sydney. For more information, visit sustainablebuildingawards.com.au.
Top image: PAMS Healthcare Hub, Newman, designed by Kaunitz Yeung Architecture.
