A cohort of 11 regional and metropolitan architects have been contracted to design new STEM facilities for 19 public secondary schools in Western Australia.
The Art Gallery of WA's rooftop space is set to open this weekend, featuring a sculpture walk, bar, 500-capacity event area and a 34-metre mural by Aboriginal artist Christopher Pease.
ADCO Constructions has won the contract for the Art Gallery of WA's rooftop development, which will feature a 34-metre Aboriginal artwork and a skybridge.
Alkimos, Piara Waters, Treeby, Burns Beach and Wellard will all receive new primary schools ahead of the 2022 school year, with the state government announcing the $116 million investment ahead of today's mid-year budget update.
Design firms HASSELL, Cox Architecture and HKS have received plaudits for their work on Perth's Optus Stadium at the 2018 WA Architecture Awards, with the sports and entertainment precinct winning the top accolade and prizes in four other categories.
The Fiona Stanley Hospital has won the top prize at this year's WA Architecture Awards, with Hassell, Hames Sharley and Silver Thomas Hanley commended for their design efforts.