Georgia Birks is an associate editor at Architecture Media, a graduate of architecture and a proud descendant of the Biripi, Dunghutti and Kamilaroi people. Prior to her role as associate editor, Georgia practised architecture in Brisbane, assisting the delivery of a range of projects across Queensland, New South Wales and South Australia. She has written a number of reviews, curated industry conferences, participated as a guest university critic and lecturer, and has been a guest speaker on podcasts and panels across Australia. Currently, Georgia is a co-curator for the Asia Pacific Architecture Festival, a member of the Australian Institute of Architects, First Nations Working Group and Cultural Reference Panel and a member of the City of Melbourne’s Design Excellence Advisory Committee.
Georgia Birks's Latest contributions
Digital culture hubs: Storing Traditional knowledges for contemporary use
Researcher Susan Beetson believes that the use of emerging technologies to digitize cultural Knowledges will empower First Nations communities in built-environment design and beyond. Georgia Birks speaks with Beetson about the implementation and impacts of these technologies on First Nations communities.
University of Queensland Cricket Club Maintenance Shed
Behind an apparently simple, low-budget yet beautiful building lies a rigorous design process that demonstrates the value of collaborative on-site engagement, fresh approaches to standard materials, and a flexible attitude to changing circumstances.
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Designing civic buildings in an evolving cultural landscape.
Studio: Mast
In Brisbane, this studio is proving that high-quality furniture can be produced and manufactured in Australia to a standard rivalling that of Scandinavia.
The aspiration of affordable housing
The Robin Boyd Foundation’s Affordable Housing Matters forum looked to inspire new solutions and advocate for a coordinated effort across disciplines to address the current housing crisis.
The Disco by J.AR Office
In Brisbane, emerging studio J.AR Office has created a hair salon where stainless steel joinery, cool lighting and polished concrete evoke the spatial qualities of a slick nightclub experience.
One to watch: Second Edition
Advocates for material salvage and reuse, Shahar Cohen and Amy Seo have set out to prove that repair and reuse is not just an environmental imperative, but also a financial viability.
A space sculpted by landscape: Victorian Family Violence Memorial
Beside a busy Melbourne intersection, an understated commemorative space honours the lives of victim survivors, looks to the future with hope and invites incidental engagement.
Hollywood by Oscar Sainsbury Architects and Insider Outsider
The rituals of beach life are celebrated in this re-worked Phillip Island holiday home, where new additions have been designed with the same accessible approach to sustainability favoured by the original architect.
Get comfortable with being uncomfortable: Supporting First Nations practitioners
Georgia Birks asked four professionals about their experiences and how the industry can best support the small but increasing number of Indigenous designers and collaborators.