The book is different to other monographs because the projects are not presented in chronological order, instead essays link ideas and studies with images, sketches and diagrams interwoven. It is a collection of work and workings, illustrating the process of design, which involves research, collaboration, experimentation and ideation. Hand sketches and drawings complement photographic images revealing concepts and design in the making. A diverse selection of projects, varying in size, stage and scale, has been chosen, expertly authored by RMIT Emeritus Professor Leon van Schaik AO, each project has a description detailing the design intents – an insight into KTA.

Published by Thames and Hudson the book is first in the series; Editions: Australian Architecture Monographs. Selected from RMIT University’s alumni community of architects, designers and landscape architects the series focuses on diversity of architectural practice, all monographs are edited by Fleur Watson and designed by Stuart Geddes RMIT Industry Fellow.

Dean of Architecture and Urban Design Professor Martyn Hook said the series addressed a critical gap in contemporary Australian architectural publishing. “RMIT Architecture and Urban Design alumni are an important part of an expanding worldwide network of progressive practitioners who contribute to critical debate in the making of our cities and landscapes,” Hook said. “The ‘Editions’ series builds on our outstanding global reputation for practice-based research, the deep commitment that RMIT makes to cultural advocacy for Australian architecture and its contribution to the design of our unique public realm.” Unusually the monograph manages to provide a compelling read for a wide readership: academic, professional and a more general one.

Author:
Emeritus Professor Leon van Schaik AO, School of Architecture and Urban Design, RMIT University

Date of First Publication:
March 2021

Publisher:
School of Architecture & Urban Design, RMIT University with Thames & Hudson Australia

Editor:
Fleur Watson

Contributors:
Editions – Australian Architecture Monographs is a collaboration between Thames & Hudson Australia and the School of Architecture & Urban
Series Design: Stuart Geddes, Industry Fellow, School of Design, RMIT University.