Keep Architecture Open 2015

The Australian Architecture Association (AAA) is a cultural not-for-profit organisation. Our aim is to enable the public to understand, appreciate and enjoy architecture.
Since 2004, our program of walks, talks and tours enhanced public understanding and appreciation of architecture. We have conducted over 1200 walks, about 50 talks and opened 250 homes for the Australian public.

Our weekly architecture walks OPEN architecture to everyone. Conducted by our dedicated volunteers, we explain architectural design with minimum jargons so everyone can understand the thought process behind the pieces of architecture around us. Our core group of 25 trained volunteer guides are passionate about architecture and form the backbone of our association.

Our Black Talks, Short Black Talks and other special talks bring local and international architects to our capital cities, OPENing our audiences' minds to the lastest trends in architectural design. Our past speakers include international Pritzker Prize Laureates as well as award winning local architects.

Our Bus Tours and At Home with the Architect series OPEN private homes to the public. Not only one can experience the well designed spaces, we also have the architect there most of the time to show our participants around and explain the design.
Sponsors Helping to 'Keep Architecture Open'

eClassroom.com.au is the first service in Australia and New Zealand dedicated to providing online learning and distance education to architects, landscape architects, designers and planners.

The adults only retreat Hepburn at Hepburn is a part of the 8Hotels Collection of luxury villas, iconic boutique hotels and apartments.

The Chicago Architecture Foundation is the leading organization devoted to celebrating and promoting Chicago as a center of architectural innovation. The CAF was the model for AAA at startup and has been a founding member of AAA.

Martha's is an elegant restaurant in Castlecrag. Frequent attendees to our residential bus tours love the locavore menu and their art-filled walls.

Universal Magazines is Australia’s largest niche media company, home to many of Australia’s most trusted and in-demand magazines and online destinations.

Bennetts Associates is one of the UK's leading architectural practices, with a reputation for design, delivery and sustainability across a wide range of sectors.

Paul Connor is a registered architect, painter and partner of Connor and Solomon Architects, was the founding director of the NSW Parliament Plein Air Painting Prize, and is a Trustee of the Australian Museum, currently chairing its Building Committee and is also secretary of the Pyrmont Heritage Boating Club. Paul has a close relationship with Paris having won tenure to the Academie des Architectes Cité Internationale Des Arts studio in the early nineties and returning on a regular basis with his family since.
How The Funds Will Be Used
In appreciation of your help, we have put together some great rewards for your support of the "Keep Architecture Open" campaign!
The Challenges
Please OPEN your wallet, support this fundraising campaign and help "Keep Architecture Open" to everyone!
Sydney City Walks
In appreciation for your support, we'll give you a ticket to any of our Sydney City Walk or Twilight Walk in 2016. Sydney City Walk runs on Saturday mornings between February and November while Twilight Walks runs on Wednesday Evenings in February, March and November. <a href="http://www.architecture.org.au/tours/sydney-walks" target="_blank"><b><u>Click here to find out more about our walks.</u></b></a>
Bennetts Monograph
In appreciation of your support we'll give you a copy of the monograph 'The Royal Shakespeare Theatre: Stratford-upon-Avon'. Designed by award winning UK firm Bennetts Associates Architects, this is a great read for all theatrical enthusiasts. Over 68 pages discover the evolution and crafting of the scheme from first principles, through sketches, drawings, models and photographs. Note: Postage is included for Australia only.
Special Sydney Walks
In appreciation for your support we'll give you two tickets to any one of the following walking tours taking place over 2016: Walk Through Time, The Rocks Walk or Redfern Walk. <a href="http://www.architecture.org.au/tours/sydney-walks" target="_blank"><b><u>Click here to find out more about our walks.</u></b></a>
Lower North Shore Walks
In appreciation for your support we'll give you two tickets to any one of the following walking tours taking place over 2016: Castlecrag 1, Castlecrag 2, Middle Cove, Castle Cove, Northbridge or Milsons Point. <a href="http://www.architecture.org.au/tours/sydney-walks" target="_blank"><b><u>Click here to find out more about our walks.</u></b></a>
@ Home with the Architect
In appreciation for your support we'll give you a double pass to one of the 2016 self drive tour series 'At Home With the Architect' in Sydney or Melbourne. Explore inside a privately owned architect designed residence. <a href="http://www.architecture.org.au/tours/at-home-with-the-architect" target="_blank"><b><u>Click here to find out more about our ‘At Home With the Architect’ tours.</u></b></a>
Exclusive AAA T-Shirt
In appreciation of your support we'll give you an exclusive AAA T-shirt designed by AAA Volunteer and interior designer Vanessa Couzens. Inspired by the structure of the Sydney Opera House, wear your love for the AAA! This premium fitted fashion tee is available for men and women. Both types are double stitched in cool blue 150gm 100% Combed Cotton. Pre-shrunk. Don’t forget to nominate the size you want. Note: Postage is included for Australia only.
2 HOUR FORMAL CPD ONLINE
In appreciation of your support we'll give you a voucher to undertake a 2 hour formal CPD online course at eClassroom in 2016. Enjoy AAA President Tone Wheeler's Short Black Talk at his award winning Wayside Chapel. <a href="http://www.eclassroom.com.au/courses/ew9h45tftfkfi.cfm" target="_blank"><b><u>Click here to find out more about this course.</u></b></a>
Chicago Architecture Fdn
Planning a trip to the USA in 2016? Pledge and be rewarded with one year of Household membership of the Chicago Architecture Foundation. Membership entitles two adults and four children under 18 to many discounts and over 65 free tours. Worth approximately $125 AUD, this is a great chance to enjoy Chicago architecture at a discounted price! <a href="http://www.architecture.org/get-involved/membership/" target="_blank"><b><u>Click here to find out more about CAF membership.</u></b></a>
AAA Membership
In appreciation of your support we'll give you an individual Australian Architecture Association membership for 2016. Take as many AAA walks as you want for free, enjoy great discounts for tours and talk tickets. Normally $165, don't miss out on this great opportunity to join us! <a href="http://www.architecture.org.au/membership" target="_blank"><b><u>Click here to find out more about our membership.</u></b></a>
Residential Bus Tour
In appreciation of your support we'll give a ticket to you and a friend for a AAA Residential Bus Tour in 2016. This all day bus tour includes visits to some of the latest contemporary houses where the architects and some of their clients explain why and how they were designed. <a href="http://www.architecture.org.au/tours/bus-tours" target="_blank"><b><u>Click here to find out more about our bus tours.</u></b></a>
AAA Corporate Membership
This category of membership is suitable for corporate organisations that have a commercial, cultural or social interest in architecture. By supporting the AAA, your organisation will be known for helping the promotion of good architecture and the enhancement of the built environment. <a href="http://www.architecture.org.au/membership" target="_blank"><b><u>Click here to find out more about our membership.</u></b></a>
Paul Connor Drawing
In appreciation of your support we will give you a framed print of a digital drawing, ‘Calder’s Clothes Line in Pompidou Back Yard’ (86 x 65cm) exhibited in Paul Connor's 2012 solo exhibition. Check out the drawing process <b><a href="http://on.fb.me/1RP7DDb">video</a></b> on <b><a href="http://on.fb.me/1MwEXu9">facebook</a></b>. Paul is an architect with a Masters in Fine Art, whose artworks are represented in government and private collections. Note: Drawing to be picked up from Surry Hills.
Grand Design Aus Magazine
In appreciation of your support we'll give you one year subscription of the Grand Design Australia magazine. Grand Designs Australia features houses comprised of a diversity of styles and budgets. Note: Postage is included for Australia only.
Griffin Houses Book
In appreciation of your support we'll give you the hardback book ‘Visionaries in Suburbia: Griffin Houses in the Sydney Landscape’ compiled by the Walter Burley Griffin Society and edited by Anne Watson. Note: Postage is included for Australia only. <a href="http://www.architecture.org.au/2-uncategorised/597-new-book-visionaries-in-suburbia" target="_blank"><b><u>Click here to find out more about this book.</u></b></a>
Martha's Dining Voucher
In appreciation of your support we'll give you a $100 voucher to use at Martha's Castlecrag by April 2016. Frequent attendees to our residential bus tours love the locavore menu and their art-filled walls. <a href="http://www.marthas.com.au/" target="_blank"><b><u>Click here to find out more about Martha's.</u></b></a>
Luxury Weekend Away
In appreciation we'll give you a weekend stay at Hepburn At Hepburn in 2016. The 14 villas at this adult's only retreat set the precedent in five star accommodation. Hepburn Springs VIC offers the ultimate indulgence with luxury spas and decadent food and wine. <a href="http://www.hepburnathepburn.com.au/" target="_blank"><b><u>Click here to find out more about Hepburn at Hepburn.</u></b></a>