CRAFTSPEOPLE AND BUILDERS
Building chapter
The Street Level Australia Building Arts and Crafts Chapter is a community dedicated to the preservation and advancement of traditional building arts and craftsmanship in Australia. We connect architects, master builders, craftspeople, practitioners, and students who share a passion for enduring quality and timeless design.
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You may join the chapter as an architect, drafter, builder, craftsperson, apprentice, student or a practitioner in an adjacent domain.
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Why join?
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Connect with a like-minded community: Network with fellow architects, builders, artisans, and students from across Australia who are committed to upholding the highest standards in traditional design and building practices.
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Professional development: Gain access to workshops, lectures, and educational resources designed to enhance your skills and knowledge in areas like classical architecture, stonemasonry, carpentry, joinery, and other traditional crafts.
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Preserving master crafts, skills and practices: Be part of a movement dedicated to safeguarding Australia's built heritage and ensuring the continued application of time-tested building techniques in new construction projects.
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Advocacy: Join us in advocating for policies and practices that support the use of high-quality materials and traditional building methods in contemporary Australian architecture.
Our view on planning and development
Street Level advocates for the following principles in architecture and building:
Enduring quality: We believe in the importance of using high-quality, long-lasting materials and employing traditional building techniques that ensure the longevity and resilience of structures.
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Craftsmanship: We celebrate the skill and artistry of traditional craftspeople and advocate for the transmission of these valuable skills to future generations.
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Beauty and proportion: We recognise the importance of beauty and proportion in building design, and we strive to create structures that are not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing, even transcendent.
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Contextual sensitivity: We believe that new construction should be sensitive to the existing built environment and contribute positively to the character of a place.
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Sustainability: We promote the use of sustainable building practices that respect the environment and conserve resources for future generations.