Be Inspired - Harry Seidler

Harry Seidler broke the mould of Australian Architecture. He is considered an icon for his Modernism methodology in Australia and the first architect to fully express the principles of the Bauhaus in Australia.

Harry Seidler was an Architect in a league all to his own. Re-buffing and refusing to be categorised his approach to design changed the path of Australia Architecture for the better. Seidler’s contribution to Australian Architecture continues to be recognised today and many of his designs maintained.

For me, Harry Seidler’s contribution to Australian Architecture goes far beyond the 180 award winning buildings he designed to include his role as the artist/designer advocate. I continue to be inspired by Seidler’s refusal to have his artist expression and designs compromised or stiffened. Seidler often tarred with being controversial in his design approach, advocated for what he called the “flux” of modern design. His passion for his work and designs has inspired many others and Australian Architecture is better for it.

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The role of the Architect and building with integrity.

THE ROLE OF THE ARCHITECT

The Role of the Architect comes with many misconceptions. To many the role of the architect is akin to that of a draftsman. That is, the Architect’s role is simply to draft the plans and the builder does the rest.

If it were that simple, an Architectural Degree would not take 6+years and require registration.

The Role of the Architect is much more complex than that. When describing the role of the Architect I often think of the image of a duck. All is calm on the surface of the water but underneath the legs are pumping and working hard.

THE ROLE OF A BUILDER

WHY CHOSE A DUAL QUALIFIED ARCHITECT/BUILDER?

The old adage "two sides of the same coin" comes to mind.  There is immeasurable value in having your Architectural Designs drafted with a mindfulness to best building practices and a builder being tasked to construct off design plans drafted with an understanding of what is required.