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15/10/2026

Last week at ECU City Campus we hosted Beyond the City Deal, an afternoon spent reflecting on what the Perth City Deal has delivered and what could come next for our city.

Ross Donaldson from Australian Institute of Architects got us thinking about liveability and what makes a city work. Carey Lyon from Lyons took us from the first sketches of ECU City to the laneways and escalators of the very building we were sitting in. And Nicole Lockwood looked ahead to what it will take to deliver Perth’s next wave of catalyst infrastructure.

We loved hearing how their ideas landed with the room, so we asked attendees what they took away from the session. Here’s what they told us.

Now we’d like to hear from you:

What should be on the table when Perth talks about its future?

Tell us in the comments.

Congratulations to on 1909 Subi East for taking home the Sustainability award at the 2026 WA Awards for Excellence. TR...
09/10/2026

Congratulations to on 1909 Subi East for taking home the Sustainability award at the 2026 WA Awards for Excellence.

TRCB was pleased to contribute as part of the consultant team on the transformation of the former Princess Margaret Hospital site – a place with deep significance for many Western Australians.

The project sets a strong benchmark for sustainable urban renewal and is a thoughtful example of how a major redevelopment can carry traces of its past while creating a more resilient, climate-responsive and liveable place for the future.

Congratulations to Development WA and the full project team.

On World Architecture Day, TRCB would like to celebrate the significant work undertaken by Sydney University’s Pro Vice-...
05/10/2026

On World Architecture Day, TRCB would like to celebrate the significant work undertaken by Sydney University’s Pro Vice-Chancellor Michael Mossman, and the AIA’s First Nations Advisory Committee, in launching the AIA’s 'Walk Together – Design Guided by Country’ project.

'Walk Together' aspires to support cultural responsiveness in design, encouraging approaches to architecture, design and heritage integration that are informed by, respectful of, and inspired by Country.

Recently, TRCB had the pleasure of working alongside Ochre and Winmar Enterprises on a new student facility in Kalgoorlie.

Through a two-day Cultural Awareness journey, the design team workshopped ideas with the Kapurn Elders and Knowledge Holders to strengthen the project’s cultural narrative and connection to Country. A huge thank you to Curtin University for supporting this enriching opportunity.

Buildings, streets and public spaces become part of people’s daily lives. That is why architects need a voice beyond the...
23/09/2026

Buildings, streets and public spaces become part of people’s daily lives. That is why architects need a voice beyond their own projects.

TRCB Director Chaney was recently appointed WA Chapter President of the Australian Institute of Architects, following more than three decades of work across architecture, urban design and sustainability.

His appointment comes as Western Australia is making important decisions about housing, infrastructure, density, heritage and the future shape of its cities.

For Fred, the role is an opportunity to advocate for the value of architecture in those conversations and to support the next generation of architects.

As he told Tyrell at News

“Good design and strategic urban planning have a direct and lasting impact on how people experience their city.

Congratulations Fred and thank you to Business News and and Design for covering the appointment.

Read more here: https://www.businessnews.com.au/article/Chaney-to-lead-WA-Architects-Institute

Opening the door to the next generation of architects Applications for TRCB’s Scholarship Program are kicking off soon, ...
10/09/2026

Opening the door to the next generation of architects

Applications for TRCB’s Scholarship Program are kicking off soon, and this year, we are expanding the opportunity.

For the first time, Masters of Architecture students from The University of Notre Dame will be eligible to apply, alongside students from the University of Western Australia and Curtin University.

One scholarship will be offered to a student from each university, providing recipients with practical exposure to life in an architectural practice - from working in a studio environment and contributing to projects to participating in client workshops and experiencing the everyday problem-solving that brings architecture ideas to life.

Architecture is learned through study but is shaped through practice - seeing how projects evolve and understanding the responsibility that comes with designing places for people.

For TRCB, supporting students is part of our broader commitment to building the future of architecture in Western Australia.

More details on how to apply will be shared soon. Masters of Architecture students interested in the Scholarship Program are encouraged to follow TRCB’s social pages for updates on the application process.

Al-Ameen College Malaga Stage 2 | Development Application ApprovedA major milestone for education in Perth’s north-east....
22/07/2026

Al-Ameen College Malaga Stage 2 | Development Application Approved

A major milestone for education in Perth’s north-east.
The Al-Ameen College Malaga campus has officially received development approval, marking an exciting step forward for the project and the College’s long-term vision to expand into a second campus.
TRCB are proud to have contributed to this outcome. Building on our earlier work at the Langford campus, we were engaged in early 2025 to review and refine the masterplan for the new Malaga campus, alongside leading the architectural design for Stage 2 through to Development Application.
Shaped by the master planning process and projected student growth, Stage 2 delivers secondary school teaching spaces, a Gymnasium and a Musallah, supported by landscaped outdoor spaces.
The result is a considered, staged approach that responds to immediate needs while enabling long-term growth.
We look forward to seeing the Malaga campus take shape as a future-focused education environment for the community.

Project | Al-Ameen College Malaga, Stage 2
Client | Al-Ameen College
Project Managers | Bridge42
Location | Malaga, WA
Status | DA Approval
Traditional Owners | The Whadjuk Noongar people

Wesley College, South Perth WAAs Wesley College Campus Architects for the last 18 years, TRCB has developed a deep under...
20/07/2026

Wesley College, South Perth WA
As Wesley College Campus Architects for the last 18 years, TRCB has developed a deep understanding of the place and its people.

Following years of investment in high-quality teaching and learning environments across the beautiful South Perth campus, the College identified a clear need to elevate its sporting facilities and to create a space where the entire College community could come together under one roof.

Fast forward to 2026, the Centenary Building Project is nearing completion – housing a 4-court gymnasium with associated changerooms, General Learning Classrooms, a Commercial Teaching Kitchen and an event space catering for up to 1,800 people. In parallel, the College is renovating the H.R. Blanckensee Gymnasium into a High-Performance Centre, alongside the development of a new Aquatic Precinct, which will be home to a dedicated water polo pool and a 50-metre lap and learn-to-swim pool.

To mark this progress, David Spreadbury (TRCB) and Luke Brunner (Encon Project Management) recently led a site visit for 25 eager architects and project managers. The site visit, spanning works by Crothers Construction and Perkins Builders, provided a valuable snapshot of projects at varying stages of delivery.
These new facilities will significantly enhance the way students engage with sport at Wesley College, while also creating meaningful opportunities for broader community connection and use. TRCB is proud to be part of delivering this important next chapter for the College.

Projects | Wesley College Centenary Building Project, High-Performance Centre & Aquatic Precinct
Builders | Crothers Construction (Centenary Building) and Perkins Builders (High-Performance Centre & Aquatic Precinct)
Project Manager | Encon
Location | South Perth, WA
Status | Under Construction
Traditional Owners | Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation

Graduate Award SpotlightCongratulations to our talented graduates and students recognised recently at the UWA School of ...
13/07/2026

Graduate Award Spotlight
Congratulations to our talented graduates and students recognised recently at the UWA School of Design 2025 Design Prize Awards Night!

Dylan Frkovich was awarded the Bondor Architecture Award, recognising the architecture student achieving the highest aggregate mark across Level 3 core units of the Bachelor of Environmental Design course. Dylan was also named the recipient of the 2026 TRCB Scholarship, awarded to support a high-achieving architecture student pursuing the Master of Architecture course. As part of the scholarship, Dylan is completing an internship with TRCB, gaining valuable industry experience.

Marnie Allen received the Robwin and Sons Prize in Architecture Award for demonstrating the best performance in the costing component of the Professional Practice unit.

Julian Mason was awarded the T&Z Architects Prize in Social Impact Design, recognising the student who achieved the highest aggregate mark in social impact design coursework.

We are incredibly proud of their achievements and look forward to seeing the impact they will make as the next generation of emerging leaders in architecture.

Slide 1 | (Pictured left to right) Dylan Frkovich, Marnie Allen, Eamon Broderick & Julian Mason
Image Credit | James Campbell Photographer

08/07/2026

TRCB30 | Celebrating the Next Chapter of TRCB
As we come to the final chapter of TRCB30, we reflect on a series celebrating 30 Years of People. Projects. Partners.
More than a collection of buildings, this series has celebrated the people, clients, collaborators, and communities who have shaped TRCB and contributed to Western Australia's architectural story. Across three decades of work, these projects represent a shared commitment to thoughtful design, enduring relationships, and places that make a lasting contribution to our built environment.
We find it fitting that the final instalment celebrates our own studio. Designed by TRCB for TRCB, the refurbishment and relocation of our practice to 88 William Street marks an important milestone, strengthening our connection to the city, our clients, and our community. Located within the historic Walsh's Building, originally designed by Sir Talbot Hobbs, the studio provides a collaborative workplace that reflects the evolution of the practice while respecting the building's heritage and character.
As members of our team reflect in the accompanying video, this move honours 30 years of achievement while opening an exciting new chapter for TRCB and the opportunities that lie ahead.
Thank you to everyone who has played a part in the TRCB journey over the past 30 years. We look forward to continuing these relationships, building new ones, and shaping the next chapter together.
We invite you to revisit the TRCB30 series and celebrate the people, projects, and partnerships that have defined our first 30 years.
Featured Project | TRCB Office – 88 William Street, Perth WA
Client | TRCB
Traditional Owners | Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation
Year of Completion | 2026

TRCB30 – Taylor Robinson Office – 234 Railway Parade, West LeedervilleOnce home to the Taylor Robinson office, 234 Railw...
06/07/2026

TRCB30 – Taylor Robinson Office – 234 Railway Parade, West Leederville
Once home to the Taylor Robinson office, 234 Railway Parade holds a special place in the history of our practice. Set between a landmark 1920s bungalow and a prominent commercial building, the project presented an opportunity to create a contemporary workplace that connects two distinct architectural contexts. TRCB’s design responds to both, establishing a confident yet respectful transition between the historic residence and the evolving commercial streetscape of West Leederville.

Rather than replicate the language of the original building, the design responds through its scale, form and materiality, creating a respectful dialogue between old and new.

Positioned on the site of a former tennis court, the addition introduces light-filled, open-plan workspaces connected directly to the original residence. A mezzanine level creates
a generous entry experience, while a floating timber stair anchors the lobby space. At the owners’ request, the structure is largely exposed, celebrating the building’s
engineering logic and contributing to the openness of the largely column-free interior.

References to the original residence are expressed through materials, circular motifs and bullnosed brick detailing. Beyond these connections, the material palette was
guided by a desire for lightness and simplicity. The façade is expressed as a clean glazed curtain wall, incorporating a back-painted glass graphic that reinforces the contemporary character of the addition while maintaining a visual relationship with its historic neighbour.

As a workplace that helped define an era of TRCB’s practice, 234 Railway Parade now forms part of a broader narrative of change. The next and final chapter of TRCB30 turns to our anniversary and the new office that carries this story forward.

Project | Taylor Robinson Office – 234 Railway Parade, West Leederville
Year of Completion | 2005
Client | Kimberley Syndicate
Location | West Leederville, WA
Traditional Owners | The Whadjuk Noongar people
Photography | Acorn Photo Frobert Rith

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