This exhibition brings to life the ghosts of Canberra’s 20th-century architectural legacy. From extensive archival research, and through analogue and digital methods, it showcases original work that integrates photography, drawings, models, and projection, overlaying the past and present.
These ghosts continue to haunt us, but perhaps they can also serve as a kind of educational augury. By showcasing Canberra’s lost architectural heritage, this exhibition also raises awareness around other exemplary projects with current uncertain futures. Is it possible to regenerate these projects through adaptive reuse, rather than demolition? This exhibition hopes to foreground the social, cultural, historical, and environmental benefits of an adaptive reuse approach.
Opening Hours | Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm
Entry to this exhibition is free | No bookings required
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Sally Farrah is a Lecturer (Architecture) and Mike Louw a Senior Lecturer (Architecture) at the University of Canberra (UC). Ben-Ennis Butler is a Senior Lecturer at UC (Design) and Emma Philips an Assistant Professor (Visual Communication) at UC (@uc_artsdesign).
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Canberra Modern (@canberra_modern), a collective founded by Edwina Jans, Amy Jarvis and Rachel Jackson, is a team of passionate heritage and design practitioners who love this city and have an incredible knowledge of, and passion for, mid-century design in Canberra.
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Rob Henry is the Executive Director of the Australian Institute of Architects ACT Chapter (@institute_architectsact), experienced architect, and active participant in the design community in Canberra. With the generosity of the ACT Heritage Library and other archival content, this project combines research, representation, digital platforms, and photography, to create a unique experience for the Canberra community.
Image Credit: Harry Seidler and Associates | Canberra South Bowling Club 1958 | Image courtesy of Peter Wille