Panel Discussions
We have put together, with the support of our 2021 partners, a series of panel discussions, featuring experts in their field, to debate a series of topical questions relevant to architecture and the built environment. Join us at HOTA, Home of Gold Coast Open House for 2021 for some lively discussions and enlightening information and between Monday 11 and Friday 15 October. To participate, please register here on our website. Registrations will open 1 October.
Monday 11 October 2021
5-6pm @ HOTA
“How is architecture shaping the Gold Coast coastline?”
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Topic discussion points will include defining the roles and responsibilities of developers and architects in positively influencing the shaping of the coastline of our city, if a better understanding of town planning processes can assist communities impacted by current development and whether development and the preservation of much loved iconic places on the Gold Coast can coexist.
MC: Philip Follent, Director, Philip Follent Architects
Registrations open 1 October 2021
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Tuesday 12 October 2021
5-6pm @ HOTA
“How can architects help fight climate change?”
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Topic discussion points will include how architects can be leaders of good sustainable design, what are some climate adaptive design strategies and what is the role of architects in the fight against climate change and global warming.
Co MC’s: Sam Bowstead, Associate, JDA Co and Libby Ba-Pe, Associate, JDA Co
Registrations open 1 October 2021
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Wednesday 13 October 2021
5-6pm @ HOTA
“Why study architecture?”
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Topic discussion points will include details about the architecture profession, the diversity of other professions brought by architecture education and the ways an architectural education provides the skills to address current challenges.
MC: Professor Adrian Carter, Centre for Comparative Construction Research, Faculty of Society & Design, Bond University
Registrations open 1 October 2021
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Thursday 14 October 2021
5-6pm @ HOTA
“Why is town planning so important?”
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Topic discussion points will include the relationship between town planning and architecture and how town planning influences architectural considerations and outcomes.
MC: Carolyn Salam/Michelle Pennicott, Partner, Minter Ellison Gold Coast
Registrations open 1 October 2021
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Friday 15 October 2021
5-6pm @ HOTA
“What are the benefits of using an architect?”
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Topic discussion points will include an architects ability to protect the public through independent monitoring of quality, how architects can future proof spaces for changing family needs, an architects ability to do less with more and their ability to add value.
MC: Michael Lavery, QLD Chapter President, AIA
Registrations open 1 October 2021
