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What is the ‘new normal’ for Large Format Retail?
The way we purchase online and in store has changed. So too, has what customers are looking for when it comes to a ‘Large Format Retail’ experience. Buchan Principal and Sector Lead – Precinct Phil Schoutrop joined peers at the Large Format Retail Association 2022 Forum to discuss the ‘new normal’ in Large Format Retail. Robust discussion at the Forum centred around the shift from traditional ‘Big Box’ to the ‘Lifestyle’ orientated retail experiences and
‘Taking back the City’ at Melbourne Design Week 2022
Buchan’s Melbourne Design Week 2022 forum in the round, Taking back the City, brought together four of Melbourne’s eminent thinkers on city design, along with more than 100 industry colleagues, all focused on building better cities through advocacy, design, and community. Thank you to Jill Garner Victorian Government Architect; Prof. Rob Adams City Architect, City of Melbourne; Prof. Billie Giles Corti, Distinguished Professor and VC Professorial Fellow at RMIT University and
Buchan hosts design talk in celebration of NGV Melbourne Design Week.
Buchan recently hosted a Design Talk lunch in celebration of NGV Melbourne Design Week. Inspired by our Melbourne Design Week forum theme, Taking Back the City, conversation centred around the critical role of design in the development of our cities. An area close to all our hearts, and the work we do. Joining us as Buchan guests were Ludo Campbell-Reid, Executive General Manager, Planning & Precincts, Suburban Rail Loop Authority; Dean Walley, Head of
VIDEO: Buchan shares vision for South Eveleigh Locomotive Workshop
Sydney’s heritage-listed South Eveleigh Locomotive Workshop has been transformed from an Industrial-era building into a captivating multi-use commercial and community precinct that honours the site’s rich history. The revitalisation includes large public and exhibition spaces, a specialty grocer, eateries, gym and education facilities, and the original blacksmith forge, in full working order. Buchan, was engaged by Mirvac as the principal design consultant for the building’s interiors, wayfinding, signage and heritage
Buchan realises vision to powerfully preserve Sydney’s locomotive history
Sydney’s heritage-listed South Eveleigh Locomotive Workshop has been transformed from an Industrial-era building into a captivating multi-use commercial and community precinct that honours the site’s rich history. The revitalisation includes large public and exhibition spaces, a specialty grocer, eateries, gym and education facilities, and the original blacksmith forge, in full working order. The inner-Sydney Workshop holds exceptional heritage significance for New South Wales. The Workshop opened in 1887 for the
Celebrating International Women’s Day #BreakTheBias
At Buchan we recognise the vital role we have as designers in creating a world where difference is valued and celebrated. Change starts at home. Through our global mentor program, Buchan is creating a professional pathway for the next generation of talent, a pathway that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive, regardless of gender. This International Women’s Day, we join our colleagues in celebrating diversity through design. International Women’s Day 8 March
Buchan + Melbourne Design Week forum – ‘Taking back the city’
As part of NGV Melbourne Design Week 2022, Buchan is hosting a ‘forum in the round’ to address how we, as designers, are positioned to ‘take back the city’. Our forum brings together influential voices from across design, development, academia, and government, to discuss and debate the design principles necessary to transform our cities back into places where people can connect and thrive. ‘Taking back the city’ forum presenter line
Sunshine Plaza recognised at ICSC CenterBuild awards
Congratulations to our client Lendlease on their recognition at the 2021 ICSC CenterBuild Awards in the US, with Sunshine Plaza taking home the Silver Award in the Renovations/Expansions Category (Retail projects over 500,000 sq. ft. of total retail space). In collaboration with CallisonRTKL, Buchan undertook architectural, interior design and branding services on this innovative redevelopment which has transformed the Centre into a leading lifestyle destination that reflects the Sunshine Coast’s
Buchan joins Brisbane creative community for Branch Out 2021
Buchan is proud to join Brisbane’s creative community for Branch Out 2021 at the Brisbane Powerhouse. This year Buchan and BEC have joined forces to showcase our take on the festive spirit with ‘Foil’. The Buchan + BEC Christmas tree uses a contemporary design language to represent the traditional symbol of Christmas. Christmas trees represent new life, and our take on it represents the vivid life of Brisbane and our
Tulmur Place & Ipswich Library win 2021 UDIA Qld Award for Excellence in Social and Community Infrastructure
We are incredibly proud to announce Tulmur Place and Ipswich Library has won the 2021 UDIA Queensland Award for Excellence in Social and Community Infrastructure, recognising the project an ‘exceptional example of community infrastructure’. Congratulations to the entire team behind this remarkable project. Buchan has worked closely with the Ipswich City Council and local community over many years to realise this City’s vision though the development. “Ipswich City Council’s vision to transform