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Ch. 10

Now in its seventh season, this highly successful series, Australia ByDesign, uncovers the stories behind the outstanding projects exemplifying excellence in Australian design.

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Starts Sunday August 10 at 3.00pm

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Saturdays 12:30 pm

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EPISODE 1

Aug. 10
3:00 pm

EPISODE 2

Aug. 17
3:00 pm

EPISODE 3

Aug. 24
3:00 pm

EPISODE 4

Aug. 31
3:00 pm

EPISODE 5

Sept. 7
3:00 pm

EPISODE 6

Sept. 14
3:00 pm

EPISODE 7

Sept. 21
2pm SYD, 1.30pm ADL, 12pm PER

EPISODE 8

Oct. 4
3:00 pm

EPISODE 9

Oct. 11
3:00 pm

Season 6 of Australia ByDesign: Architecture

Now in its sixth year, this highly successful series, Australia ByDesign Architecture, uncovers the stories behind the outstanding projects exemplifying excellence in Australian architectural design.

Australia ByDesign: Architecture

EPISODES

ABD S7 E2

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Australia ByDesign Episode 2 opens with the CHALK @New Farm project in Brisbane; a premium residential building that responds to a growing demand for spacious inner-city apartments. Next, the new Koorie Heritage Trust headquarters in Melbourne. This groundbreaking design reconnects the Birrarung building to its cultural landscape. Next, a small-lot residence in Western Australia, Peppermint Grove showcases how minimalist design and rich materials can create a sense of spacious luxury. Finally, in Parramatta, the Parramatta Aquatic Centre is redefining the traditional swimming complex by integrating into the park landscape and celebrating its natural setting.
ABD S7 E3

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Season 7, Episode 3 opens in Sydney at the NextSense Centre for Innovation, a state-of-the-art facility for hearing and vision research. Then, Centrepiece at Victoria’s Melbourne Park; a building designed to balance complex functionality with civic presence. Next, the thoughtful renovation of The Beach Hotel in Merewether New South Wales seamlessly blends the heritage and nostalgia of the 70s and 80s with a modern, communal space. Finally, Naya Haus is a stunning Cairns home that marries Japandi style with a deep commitment to sustainable living and breathtaking views of Green Island.
ABD S7 E4

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In Australia ByDesign Episode 4 we discover how the award-winning Bundanon Art Museum and Bridge in New South Wales thoughtfully integrates art, architecture, and the environment. Then, in Queensland we showcase Bradbury Park Play Scape, a unique playground designed to create a key piece of urban infrastructure. Next, in Victoria, we visit Merrilands to explore how this home seamlessly weaves together family history with sustainable, resilient design. Finally, in New South Wales, compassionate architecture meets connection to nature with the groundbreaking Residential Eating Disorders Centre.
ABD S7 E5

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Episode 5 opens in Sydney with The Merchant, a visionary adaptive reuse of a former hotel into a vibrant, post-pandemic workplace. Next, in the heart of Gadigal Country, discover the Music Room, an innovative design utilizing Passive House principles to create a healthy, multigenerational home in a dense urban environment. Then, we showcase Forster Surf Life Saving Club redevelopment, a decade-long project that has transformed a community hub along the New South Wales coastline. Finally, in Glen Iris, Victoria, explore Ripple, a sculptural sanctuary that offers a future-ready architectural argument for aging with dignity
ABD S7 E6

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Episode 6 opens in inner Sydney, revealing Terrace House Mirage, a 150-year-old Victorian terrace reborn as a poetic, light-filled haven. Then, travel to Perth to discover Kiora, a visionary multi-residential project setting a new standard for high-quality retirement living. Next, explore Murrumbeena Residence in Victoria, a Spanish Mission-style home masterfully extended. Finally, return to Sydney to delve into the intricate design of The Porter House Hotel, where a heritage-listed building is seamlessly fused with a modern high-rise.

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ABDI S6 E7

ABDI S6 E7

We open with another design aiming to level-up our experience of the Australian outdoors with an innovative camping shade - the Climate Change II by Stratus Outdoors. Then we catch up with self-proclaimed “smart-ass” David Canny about an innovation that watching Australia ByDesign inspired! The Roamii Workstation is a classic example of Aussie ingenuity. Next, we showcase The NextSense Centre Innovation and their work to help build a more inclusive society and finally, the most advanced inclusive technology in boiling water - with the Gilio Kettle! And find out which project has taken out the “Commentator’s Choice” Award!

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CULT PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD

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Australia by Design: Architecture People's Choice Award
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Best Use of Color Award

Marylou Cafaro is one of Australia’s leading trend forecasters and colour experts. As Wattyl’s colour ambassador, Marylou is choosing one project from the series for the Wattyl Best Use of Colour Award.

The winner of this award will receive a private trends session with Marylou to discuss Wattyl’s 2022 Colour forecast in detail. Marylou and Wattyl observe and use consumer behaviour insights to create trends through bespoke photography and story telling - and the winner will also receive a sneak peak of Wattyl’s 2023 Colour forecast later in the year. The winner of the Wattyl Best Use of Colour Award will be announced later in the series.

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