Architecture

‘I think the most important architectural issue in New South Wales is turning our city from exclusive to inclusive.’

Chloe Gesler of the University of Newcastle awarded the 2024 Architects Medallion.

In 2024 the NSW Architects Registration Board awarded 5 scholarships to the total value of $145,000.

In 2024 the NSW Architects Registration Board awarded 5 scholarships to the total value of $145,000.

Tyler Smith of the University of Technology Sydney awarded the 2025 Architects Medallion.

The NSW Architects Registration Board is constituted by, and operates under, the Architects Act 2003, the legislation regulating architects in NSW. We sit within the NSW Government Department of Customer Service and are responsible to the Minister for Better Regulation and Fair Trading, Minister for Building. We are a self-funded government regulatory body, totally funded by fees paid by NSW architects and architect corporations and firms.

Webinars in March 2025 addressing NSW architects’ regulatory obligations

In 2 parts

• Part 1 – Self-directed online module in April and May 2025
• Part 2 – Face-to-face workshops in late May and early June 2025

The NSW ARB and ARBV are partnering on a “Deep Dive Report into Systemic Risks in the Australian Architecture Sector” using insights from focus groups conducted in 2023.

The Board is pleased to announce the launch of its Short Form Architect Client Contract 2019. The SFACC can be downloaded from the Board’s website and is a free online resource to assist architects to meet their obligations under the NSW Architects Code of Professional Conduct 2017.

Every year, the 5 accredited university architecture programs in NSW host exhibitions showcasing the creative work of students graduating from the Master of Architecture degree.

Join us for an evening of global housing insights and fast-paced storytelling — free on 30 April 2025 at the State Library Auditorium 

Join us for an evening of global housing insights and fast-paced storytelling — free on 30 April 2025 at the State Library Auditorium 

The NSW ARB publishes resources for architects and the general public to inform them about the ethics and professional standards that are generally expected of registered architects. All our resources are written in plain English to ensure better understanding of complex professional and regulatory processes.

The Wellbeing of Architects [education + practice] symposium marks the conclusion of a comprehensive research project, The Wellbeing of Architects: Culture, Identity and Practice (2020-2024).

The title ‘architect’ is protected by law. Only individuals who are on the NSW Register of Architects may use this title. Architects are qualified and experienced professionals with recognised skills in design, documentation, project delivery and practice management. They can provide a higher level of service than other types of building designers.