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Australian

Diverse architectural heritage.

Overview

Australian architecture, using varied materials, blends Indigenous, colonial, and modern styles, 18th–21st century.

Core Characteristics

  • Climate-responsive, open designs.
  • Verandas, sustainable materials.
  • Various aesthetics.

Notable Examples

  • Sydney Opera House (Australia, 1973).

Architectural Connections

  • Historical, Modern: 18th–21st century.
  • Residential, Civic: Various typologies.
  • Contemporary Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Reflects Australia’s cultural evolution.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Biophilic Design (technique), Regionalism (theory), Veranda (element), Contemporary (movement)