Dear members,

As I’m sure you’re all aware the 2014 National Architecture Conference is coming to Perth (from 8 to 10 May) for the first time in over a decade.

The conference is usually held on the east coast of Australia so we’re very excited to have the opportunity to be the host city and to share what Perth has on offer with the rest of the Australian architecture community.

I’d like to thank those who have already shown an interest in assisting with the conference; the enthusiasm from WA members has been fantastic.

With just over eight months to go there are still plenty of opportunities to be involved and share any ideas that you might have. Here’s how …

Meet the Creative Directors
Two of the three creative directors, Helen Norrie and Sam Crawford, are visiting Perth in September and would love to meet you. The Institute invites you to share any ideas that you may have with Helen and Sam over a few informal drinks:

Date: Friday 13 September
Time: 5pm onwards
Venue: Lalla Rookh, Lower Ground, 77 St Georges Terrace, Perth

For catering purposes please RSVP by Friday 6 September to making@architecture.com.au

Fringe Events Committee
Some of you have already expressed an interest in ensuring that the conference’s fringe event program showcases Perth’s strong architecture and design culture. There is a small working group that meets informally to work towards this program. The Institute would like to hear from other WA members who would like to join this committee. If you’re interested, please email the National Events team at making@architecture.com.au.

The Institute and the creative director team are very excited to be bringing the conference to Perth and look forward to hearing any ideas that you might have.

Many thanks,
David.

WA Chapter President