Research themes

Our research explores the role of design for speculating on the future, and to envision, define and inform the interactions and experiences between people and digital and emerging technologies.

We research the design, characteristics and processes of urbanism (living in cities) and the policy and planning solutions proposed to create better cities.

We develop user-centred, evidence-based design for best-practice building experience and performance

Our research promotes a multidisciplinary approach to smart urbanism, bringing the perspectives of design thinking and urban and regional planning to the visions and practices of smart cities in Australia and worldwide.

We use design to tackle complex civic, social and cultural challenges to support equitable and impactful positive change.

We are driving forward research on how to design better healthcare environments, from hospitals to research laboratories.

This research group focuses on the material organisation of urban space in cities, and the social and spatial practices that bring spaces to life.

Our researchers engage in historical work across the design, use and status of architecture and the built environment.