MEDIA RELEASE
Friday 22 Oct 2010
Architectural journey of discovery launches this
weekend - Hobart Architecture Week: Sun 24 Oct – Sat 30 Oct
Join us for an architectural ‘journey of discovery’ through Hobart, a free public
lecture revealing the soon to be opened Museum of New and Old Art (MONA) at
Berriedale, a fast-paced slide night with insight into landscape and architecture–
all these and more will feature as key attractions of Hobart Architecture Week,
launching this Sunday.
The Australian Institute of Architects’ Tasmanian Chapter has developed a range of activities
designed to interest young and old. Join us for any of the following:
Sunday 24 Oct - Saturday 30 Oct: Hidden Hobart, a self-guided architectural tour. Grab
our map, which includes an architectural history of Hobart. Spot the architectural models and
displays in various shop windows as you walk. Complete the clues, submit your answers and go in a
draw to win prizes valued at over $1,000. Free event. Map available from TMAG, the Maritime
Monday 25 Oct: Free public lecture with Australian Institute of Architects National President Karl
Fender and James Pearce, of award-winning practice Fender Katsalidis. Karl & James will discuss a
range of exciting projects, including the amazing MONA project at the Moorilla Estate, the MONA
Pavilions, the multi-award winning NewActon East project in Canberra, and key issues facing the
profession. Dechaineux Theatre, UTAS School of the Arts, Hunter Street. 6pm- 7.30pm. Free event.
Wednesday 26 Oct: Don’t miss this punchy “10x6” night – featuring six speakers each
presenting 10 slides in 10 minutes focused on architecture and its relationship to landscape.
Speakers include David Trevalia architect, Bec Stephens artist, Meg Baynes urban designer, Andrew
Smith from Parks Tasmania, Scott Christensen graduate of architecture and a mystery guest.
1/19A Hunter Street, Hobart. 6pm-7.30pm. Free event.
Thursday 27 Oct: Q&A forum on 'Trust Me I'm an Architect', moderated by ABC Radio host
Tim Cox. Panellists include Tim Penny architect and former Tasmanian Chapter President, Sean
Kelly artist and curator, Natasha Cica director of the Centre for Applied Philosophy and Ethics at
UTAS, Jude Abell graduate of architecture, sculptor and architectural writer, Peter Killick Manager
Southern Tasmania for Fairbrother and possibly more.
Dechaineux Theatre, UTAS School of the Arts, Hunter Street. 6pm- 7.30pm. Free event.
Friday 28 Oct: Special screening of the insightful and beautiful film 'My Architect' on the life of
renowned 20th century architect Louis Kahn. Limited seats only. State Cinema North Hobart, 8.30
pm sharp, $16 (or concession $14); Book via 62346318 or email to info@statecinema.com.au .
For a full list of events and more details visit www.architecture.com.ua/tas
Media passes to specific events and organized interviews available. For details contact:
Janine Holt, Tasmanian Chapter Manager
(03) 6214 1500; 0409 216 526 or email janine.holt@raia.com.au
Trish Croaker, National Media/PR Advisor Mobile 0408 756 163 or email trish.croaker@raia.com.au
To discover more about the Institute, log on to www.architecture.com.au
The Australian Institute of Architects is the peak body for the architectural profession, representing more than
10,000 members across Australia and overseas. The Institute actively works to improve the quality of our built
environment by promoting quality, responsible and sustainable design.
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