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Emeritus Professor Alec Tzannes

Emeritus Professor Alec Tzannes

Emeritus Professor

BSc (Arch), BArch (Sydney), Masters of Science in Architecture & Urban Design (Columbia), Hon. AIA, Hon. MRAIC, Hon. FNZIA, FAIB, LFRAIA Architect 4174

Arts, Design & Architecture (ADA)
School of Built Environment

Alec Tzannes became Dean of 91É«ÇéƬ Built Environment in 2008, and is a Professor of Design Practice (Built Environment).ÌýAlec Tzannes is the founding Director of TZANNES, an Architecture and Urban Design practice. He has served as Dean of 91É«ÇéƬ Built Environment and is now an Emeritus Professor.ÌýTZANNES is recognised by more than 100 local, state, national and international awards in architecture, urban design and industrial design.

In 2014 Alec was made a Member of the Order of Australia for significant service to architecture, as a practitioner and educator and through professional organisations.

In 2017 91É«ÇéƬ honoured Alec’s achievements with the degree of Doctor of the University honoris causa.

In 2018 he was awarded the Australian Institute of Architects’ Gold Medal. The Gold Medal recognises distinguished service by architects who have designed or executed buildings of high merit, produced work of great distinction resulting in the advancement of architecture or endowed the profession of architecture in a distinguished manner.

He is a graduate of the University of Sydney, where he completed a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Architecture (winning the University Medal), and has a Master of Science (Architecture and Urban Design) from Columbia University.

In 2003, he was a Visiting Professorial Fellow at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) and has taught in architecture design studios at the University of Sydney from 1979 to 1983.

Fields of research: Urban Design, Density, Housing and Architectural Practice
E-mail
alectzannes@unsw.edu.au
  • Book Chapters | 2014
    Tzannes A, 2014, 'Designing Urban Infrastructure', in Gardner N; Haeusler H; Mahar B (ed.), Interchanging - Future designs for responsive transport environments, Spurbuch, Baunach, Germany, pp. 111 - 116,
    Book Chapters | 2008
    Tzannes A, 2008, 'Alec Tzannes - Redesigning controls for sustainable cites', in Garlick B; Jones D; Luscombe G (ed.), Beyond Beige: Improving architecture for older people and people with disabilities, Royal Australian Institute of Architects, Canberra, pp. 180 - 187
  • Designs / Architecture | 2012
    Tzannes A, 2012, Cranbrook Junior School, publication category: Designs / Architecture,
    Reports | 2011
    Marshall NG; Tzannes A; Zamberlan L, 2011, Curriculum Structure Discussion Paper., Built Environment, 91É«ÇéƬ, Sydney, NSW
    Reports | 2011
    Marshall NG; Tzannes A; Zamberlan L, 2011, Program Directions 2011-2015 and Appendices, Built Environment, 91É«ÇéƬ, Sydney, NSW
    Creative Works (non-textual) | 2009
    Tzannes A, 2009, In Praise of Process - An exhibition showcasing work by alumni of the Faculty of Architecture, Design and Planning at the University of Sydney
    Designs / Architecture | 2007
    Tzannes A, 2007, Parsley Bay (Shein) Residence, publication category: Designs / Architecture,
    Designs / Architecture |
    Tzannes A, Macquarie Street Apartment, publication category: Designs / Architecture,

Awards and Achievements
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TzannesÌýhas been honoured with more than 100 national, state and local awards, including being twice awarded with Australia's highest accolade for new residential work, the Robin Boyd Award, presented by the Royal Australian Institute of Architects for:
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  • Henwood House (1988), Paddington, New South Wales
  • Snelling House (1997), Northbridge, New South Wales
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Selected awards include:
  • 2020ÌýÌý ÌýAIA (NSW), Award for Commercial Architecture, Dangrove Art Facility
  • 2020ÌýÌý ÌýGood Design Award, Architectural DesignÌý- ÌýInterior Architecture, Daramu House Art Wall
  • 2019ÌýÌý ÌýIDEA Awards, Dangrove Art Facility, Public Space, Winner
  • 2019ÌýÌý ÌýAIA (NSW), Sir Arthur G. Stephensen Award forÌýCommercial Architecture, Dangrove Art Facility, Sydney
  • 2019ÌýÌý ÌýProperty Council of Australia’s Rider Levett Bucknall NSW Development of the Year, Commercial Architecture, International House Sydney
  • 2019ÌýÌý ÌýThe Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and theÌýEuropean Centre Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies, The International Architecture Award, Museum & Cultural Buildings, Dangrove ArtÌý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Facility Sydney
  • 2019ÌýÌý ÌýAIA (NSW), Award for Interior Architecture, Dangrove Art Facility, Sydney
  • 2019ÌýÌý ÌýCouncil of Tall Buildings and UrbanÌýHabitat, Category Winner, District/Masterplan Scale, Central Park Sydney
  • 2018ÌýÌý ÌýWorld Architecture Festival, Best Use of Certified Timber, Commercial Architecture, International House Sydney
  • 2018ÌýÌý ÌýAIA National Award for Commercial Architecture, International House Sydney
  • 2018ÌýÌý ÌýAIA (NSW), Milo Dunphy Award for SustainableÌýArchitecture, International House Sydney
  • 2018ÌýÌý ÌýUrban Task Force, Excellence Award for Sustainable Development, Commercial Architecture, International House SydneyÌý
  • 2018ÌýÌý ÌýUrban Development Sydney, Excellence in CommercialÌýDevelopment, International House Sydney
  • 2018ÌýÌý ÌýAustralian Timber Design Awards, Excellence in Timber Design, Australian Timber Design, International House Sydney
  • 2018ÌýÌý ÌýAustralian Timber Design Awards, Excellence in Timber Design, Public or Commercial Building, International House Sydney
  • 2018ÌýÌý ÌýAustralian Timber Design Awards, Excellence in Timber Design, Sustainability, International House Sydney
  • 2018ÌýÌý ÌýAustralian Timber Design Awards, Excellence in Timber Design, People’s Choice, International House Sydney
  • 2017ÌýÌý ÌýAIA (National) The David Oppenheim Award for Sustainable Architecture, Central Park Sydney
  • 2017ÌýÌý ÌýAIA (NSW), The Lloyd Rees Award for Urban Design, Central Park Sydney by Tzannes and Cox Richardson and Foster + PartnersÌý
  • 2017ÌýÌý ÌýAustralian Timber Design Awards, Excellence in Timber Design (Timber Design), International House Sydney
  • 2017ÌýÌý ÌýAustralian Timber Design Awards, Excellence in Timber Design (Public or Commercial Building), International House Sydney
  • 2017ÌýÌý ÌýAustralian Timber Design Awards, Excellence in Timber Design, (Sustainability), International House Sydney
  • 2017ÌýÌý ÌýAustralian Timber Design Awards, Excellence in Timber Design, (People’s Choice), International House Sydney
  • 2017ÌýÌý ÌýThe Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and the Europen Centre Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies, The International Architecture Award, International House Sydney
  • 2017ÌýÌý ÌýAIA (NSW) Award for Sustainaable Architecture, Central Park Sydney by Tzannes and Cox Richardson and Foster + Partners
  • 2016ÌýÌý ÌýRed Dot Design Award: Urban Design, City of Sydney Street Furniture
  • 2016ÌýÌý ÌýRed Dot Design Award: Product Design, City of Sydney Street Furniture
  • 2016ÌýÌý ÌýGood Design Award, Urban Design & Public Spaces, City of Sydney Street Furniture
  • 2016ÌýÌý ÌýGood Design Award, Furniture & Lighting, City of Sydney Street Furniture
  • 2016ÌýÌý ÌýThe Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and the Europen Centre Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies, The International Architecture Award, The Brewery Yard Central Park
  • 2016ÌýÌý ÌýUNESCO Award, New Design In Heritage Contexts, Cultural Heritage Conservation, Irving Street Brewery
  • 2015ÌýÌý ÌýAIA (National) The Lachlan Macquarie Award, Heritage Architecture (Creative Adaptation), Irving Street Brewery
  • 2015ÌýÌý ÌýAIA (NSW) Heritage Architecture - Creative Adaptation, Irving Street BreweryÌý
  • 2014ÌýÌý ÌýAIA (NSW) Public Architecture Award, Cranbrook Junior School
  • 2014ÌýÌý ÌýAIA (NSW) Commendation, Sustainable Architecture, Yatte Yattah Residence
  • 2012ÌýÌý ÌýAIA (NSW) Award, Residential Architecture – Multiple Housing Stonecutters and Knox On Bowman, Jacksons Landing
  • 2011ÌýÌý ÌýWoollahra Council Heritage Conservation Award Joint Winner, Category B1 Conservation Area: Alterations and Additions, Queen Street Residence
  • 2011ÌýÌý ÌýWoollahra Heritage Awards 2011, Joint Winner in Category B1 (Conservation areas – Alterations and Additions), Queen Street Residence Woollahra
  • 2011ÌýÌý ÌýWoollahra Heritage Awards, People’s Choice Award, Paddington Corner Terrace
  • 2011ÌýÌý ÌýAIA (NSW) Award, Public Architecture, Hillingdon Ascham School
  • 2011ÌýÌý ÌýAIA (NSW) Commendation, Commercial Architecture, Sydney Harbour YHA
  • 2011ÌýÌý ÌýAIA (NSW) Commendation, Residential Architecture - Houses, ÌýQueen Street Residence
  • 2011ÌýÌý ÌýAIA (NSW) Commendation, Residential Architecture - Multiple Housing,ÌýThe Royal ApartmentsÌý
  • 2010ÌýÌý ÌýRAIA (NSW) Wilkinson Award for Outstanding Residential, Architecture Single Housing - Bilgola Residence
  • 2009ÌýÌý ÌýRAIA (NSW) Commendation, Commercial Architecture, Woollahra Hotel
  • 2009ÌýÌý ÌýRAIA (NSW) Award, Residential Architecture - New Houses,ÌýParsley Bay Residence
  • 2009ÌýÌý ÌýRAIA (NSW) Award, Interior Architecture, Macquarie Street Apartment
  • 2007ÌýÌý ÌýRAIA (NSW) Commendation, Commercial Architecture, Moncur Street
  • 2007ÌýÌý ÌýRAIA (NSW) Commendation, Public Architecture, Isabel Hall Wing
  • 2007ÌýÌý ÌýRAIA (NSW) Commendation, Sustainable Architecture, Isabel Hall Wing
  • 2006ÌýÌý ÌýConservation Award, Woollahra Municipal Council, Sherman Studio
  • 2006ÌýÌý ÌýRAIA National Commendation, Heritage, Sherman Studio
  • 2006ÌýÌý ÌýRAIA (NSW) Award, Conservation and Adaptive Reuse, Sherman Studio
  • 2006ÌýÌý ÌýArchitectural Domestic & Studio Award, Australian Steel Institute, Sherman Studio
  • 2005ÌýÌý ÌýRAIA (NSW) Award, The York and North Wing Apartments, Newcastle
  • 2005ÌýÌý ÌýRAIA (NSW) Award, Wiesener ResidenceÌý
  • 2003ÌýÌý ÌýAustralian Timber Design Award – Recognising Excellence inÌýTimber Design Landscape & Exterior Structures, Federation Drive
  • 2003ÌýÌý ÌýRAIA (NSW) Commendation, Public Building,ÌýÌý ÌýSt Catherine’s Sports Centre, Waverley
  • 2002ÌýÌý ÌýANZ International Lighting Awards, Award of Commendation,ÌýAnzac Parade Street Lighting, Canberra
  • 2001ÌýÌý ÌýRAIA National Commendation, Heritage Buildings, Fort Denison
  • 2001ÌýÌý ÌýRAIA (NSW) Award (Conservation), Fort DenisonÌý
  • 2001ÌýÌý ÌýExcellence in Engineering and innovation in Engineering, The Institute of EngineersÌýAnzac Parade Street Lighting, Canberra
  • 2001ÌýÌý ÌýNational Trust Heritage Awards, Fort Denison, Café and Interactive Area
  • 2000ÌýÌý ÌýRAIA (NSW) Commercial Building Award, 490 Crown Street, Surry Hills
  • 2000ÌýÌý ÌýNational Interior Design Award from the Timber, Development Association,ÌýAria Restaurant
  • 1998ÌýÌý ÌýRAIA The Blackett AwardÌýKronenberg House

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