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We’re proud to share that our Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library project has been assessed by the Green Building Council of Australia and has achieved a Green Star Buildings ‘Designed’ record of achievement. Designed by Buchan in close collaboration with the City of Greater Geelong and Wadawurrung Traditional Owners, Biyal-a reflects our belief in architecture that […]

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Strategically elevated on Chadstone’s western edge, the $70 million development spans 10,350sqm and completes the precinct’s dining and cinema offering. The Social Quarter enables seamless customer connections while taking advantage of natural light and ventilation, and panoramic views of Melbourne’s city skyline. Architecture and landscape design merges to blur the boundaries between indoors and outdoors […]

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A retail precinct in Canberra CBD has reclaimed a roadway to create a benchmark for green, pedestrian-focused public space that puts people before cars. Scotts Crossing, designed by Buchan with Mather Architecture for Queensland Investment Corporation (QIC), has transformed an inhospitable laneway between two sections of the Canberra Centre shopping mall into a welcoming, year-round […]

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Chadstone Shopping Centre

Buchan has designed and delivered over three decades of renovation and expansion for ‘Chaddy’, which has earned a special place in the hearts of locals and international visitors alike. The world-class architecture reflects the essence of a leading flagship retail centre and perfectly showcases the premium customer experience on offer at Chadstone. The crowning jewel […]

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Art and architecture

Burnside Village has unveiled a striking collection of public artworks, transforming the retail experience into one of cultural exploration and community connection. Commissioned by Cohen Group of Companies in partnership with Guildhouse, these five one-of-a-kind sculptures by leading South Australian and interstate artists are seamlessly integrated into the new precinct. From suspended bronze to perceptual […]

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We’re pleased to announce that four of our talented colleagues have been selected for the Property Council of Australia’s 500 Women in Property program. My Thuat Ho, Associate – sponsored by Laraine Sperling, Chief Strategy Officer Alex Dickson, Senior Associate – sponsored by Aleksander Borek, Principal Kristina Arsic Stojanovic, Project Designer – sponsored by Ashley […]

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Scotts Crossing has received the top Urban Design honour at the 2025 ACT Architecture Awards, which celebrate design excellence in architecture across the state. Buchan with Mather Architecture have transformed Scotts Crossing into a vibrant, pedestrian-focused public realm, prioritising social connection and community engagement. AIA ACT 2025 Urban Design award “Buchan and Mather Architecture have […]

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City Cross

Drawing on Buchan’s extensive knowledge of lifestyle and dining precincts, the architectural vision was to create a unique space for City Cross in the market, to create a destination that was timeless and reflective of its material context. Extensive research into the end user and close collaboration with the client has created a space which […]

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Cloisters

Buchan’s principal design philosophy in transforming this unique heritage landmark is to create a vital and energising public domain. The new office tower consists of a simple stepped rectangular volume that maximises net lettable areas, flexibility and daylight access for office floors. The design of the new retail centre incorporates frameless glass shopfronts to a […]

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We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live and recognise their ongoing connection to Country. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.