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290 Walsh Street, South Yarra VIC, Australia
Come to Walsh Street for a round table discussion exploring the Melbourne-based practice of Cocks and Carmichael. Founded in 1968 and active until 2015, the practice initially focused on designing housing – affordable and one-off commissions – and always sustainable. By the time architect and urban designer Steve Whitford became a director (1988-1998), the studio expanded into public architecture and urban design and the practice became known as Cocks Carmichael Whitford.
The studio was fertile ground for many architects who went on to establish their own practices and continue to shape architecture in Victoria and beyond. Convened by Philip Goad, at the round table, former employees John Wardle, Lindsay Davis, Grant Amon and Peter Maddison, as well as Steve Whitford will share insights on projects such as the Civic Growth House, Kendall’s Winestore, the Evan Walker Footbridge, Centreway Arcade Melbourne, Bell Banksia Link and Lauchlan House (aka Heinkel Bomber House). Guests of honour Robin Cocks and Peter Carmichael will join the conversation, offering reflections on projects and practice.
If you worked for Cocks and Carmichael or Cocks Carmichael Whitford, we’d love to hear from you!
The Robin Boyd Foundation is gathering information to create a studio family tree. Please email [email protected] with your name, when you worked for the practice, projects you worked on, and what you are doing now.