Thu, 6 Nov, 2pm – 3:30pm AEDT
Canberra Museum & Gallery
Canberra ACT, Australia
Join us for a special discussion and celebration, showcasing acclaimed architectural projects and exploring the pressing challenges facing mid-century buildings.
Australia’s mid-century architectural heritage is increasingly under threat—but with creativity and sensitivity, there is enormous potential for adaptive reuse that respects and revitalises these iconic designs.
Featuring:
Patrick Kennedy (Principal, Kennedy Nolan)
Sharing insights into the award-winning renovation of Gunn Ridge House in Melbourne.
Panel: Taglietti in Canberra
A conversation about three significant Taglietti building projects, with:
- Rachel Jackson – Principal, GML Heritage
- Dr Silvia Micheli – Senior Lecturer, University of Queensland School of Architecture
- Virginia Rigney – Senior Curator, CMAG
- Dr Anna Wong – Director, ACT Galleries, Museums and Heritage
- Shannon Battisson (Director, Mill Architecture)
Presenting the story of Rivendell House, Kambah, and the approach to its thoughtful adaptation.
Moderated by Catherine Townsend LFRAIA – ACT Government Architect
This event is part of the Taglietti: Life in Design exhibition and is ideal for architects, heritage professionals, community members, and property owners passionate about the future of mid-century modern architecture.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and contribute to the conversation on adaptive reuse and conservation of our architectural heritage.
Image: Rivendell, Kambah (1975) designed by Laurie Virr