Brett Boardman is a commercial photographer with a degree in architecture from the University of Sydney and is a key collaborator for Terroir. He graduated from Architecture at the University of Sydney and had a stunningly short career. Unable to escape architecture, he now spends all of his time photographing it.
Brett Boardman's Latest contributions
Exhibition and symposium to explore the architectural evolution of Blacktown
An exhibition displaying student designs and a symposium featuring architects who recently completed projects in Blacktown City Council will soon be held in Sydney, as part of the annual Urban Transformation Summer School.
Dempsey Warehouse: A pioneering model for cooperative housing
Dempsey Warehouse was an experimental model for shared occupancy initiated in the 1970s by Col James – architect, activist and advocate for housing equity. Its latest evolution improves the building’s environmental performance, while honouring Col’s pioneering vision.
Parramatta Town Hall restoration complete
The restoration of Sydney’s Parramatta Town Hall is complete, with a new link established to connect the Parramatta Civic Hub and the town hall.
The houses shortlisted in the 2024 NSW Architecture Awards
The 36 shortlisted houses include “a love letter to Victorian terraces,” a grand country homestead with an enviable art collection, and an inner-city house “that renovated the whole street.”
2024 NSW Architecture Awards shortlist
From a surf club and an aquatic centre to houses, the Australian Institute of Architects has announced its shortlist for the 2024 New South Wales Architecture Awards.
The many pathways to public work
“Next gen” practices are finding their own ways to gain work on public projects. Ten years after setting up a small practice with Amelia Holliday, Isabelle Toland reflects on the many different directions they have travelled to reach their goals.
Redevelopment of Western Sydney community park revealed
Tench Reserve, on the banks of Nepean River, has reopened, following a major $13-million revamp.
Three top architecturally designed Airbnbs to rent this holiday season
Airbnb Australia has revealed the finalists and winners of its 2023 Airbnb Host Awards. Here are three top architecturally designed homes named finalists for their memorable design qualities:
First House: Avalon Beach House by Sam Crawford and Emili Fox
Abundant enthusiasm outweighed limited experience for Sam Crawford when his sister called with an invitation to renovate a tired 1950s beach shack. Sam reflects on how this house, designed in collaboration with Emili Fox, kickstarted his career in architecture.
Institute announces NSW, Victorian and Tasmanian architecture prize winners
The Australian Institute of Architects NSW, Victorian and Tasmanian chapters have each announced a suite of architecture awards.