Culture | Woods Bagot

Always of its place, the role of public architecture is to unite citizens, service community and foster culture.

Bruno Mendes
Director, Global Design Leader,
Global Sector Leader – Culture

“Transcending the typical big box approach, the design of civic spaces should be driven not just by function but by a deeper, responsive, connection to the community, site, and space.”

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APAC

Jordon Saunders

Beyond Convention

Bruno Mendes on the need for unconventional convention centres to unlock the potential of place.

A Great Stadium is a Good Neighbour

Matt Reynolds on White Elephants, Unicorns and why we need hyper-flexible, infinitely purposed major venues.

Our transformative projects

Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre

Tarrkarri – Centre for First Nations Cultures

Grand Pavilion, Melbourne Racing Club

Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre is a key piece of the Christchurch Rebuild and helps establish a strong cultural narrative throughout the central city. Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre

Tarrkarri – Centre for First Nations Cultures Grounded on Kaurna land, the design narrative of the 11,500 square metre building in Adelaide, Australia, is based on the deep Aboriginal connection to country, place and kin, with connected layers being the foundation of the design. Tarrkarri – Centre for First Nations Cultures

Grand Pavilion, Melbourne Racing Club Grand plans for Caulfield Racecourse “take events to another level.” Grand Pavilion, Melbourne Racing Club