General Information
Architecture Studio: Community focuses on researching and designing a single, comprehensive architectural project over the semester through a building typology that addresses communities. Students will conduct analysis and research to inform design outcomes that are attendant to social, cultural, heritage, ethical, regulatory, technical, community, and environmental issues.
Students are expected to develop projects to a high resolution in terms of spatial and experiential quality, technical proficiency, and conceptual rigour, underpinned by theoretical and historical knowledge. Successful projects must be communicated effectively through various media, including drawings and physical models. The work should demonstrate competency and resolution across fundamental architectural skills, including site analysis, conceptual thinking, design development, evaluation of design options, and integration of environmental systems, building services and structures.
Projects in the studio will be of a medium-scale building under 3000 sqm, with complex or mixed-use programs related to community formation. The thematic emphasis will change from year to year under the umbrella of contributing to the overall research direction of the School of Architecture. Students will be expected to engage in the design studio with a high degree of individual motivation, resourcefulness, and inquisitiveness, as expected of professional-level studies.
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Details
Academic unit: Faculty of Society & Design Subject code: ARCH71-146 Subject title: Architecture Studio: Community Subject level: Postgraduate Semester/Year: September 2026 Credit points: 15.000 -
Delivery & attendance
Timetable: https://bond.edu.au/timetable Delivery mode: Standard Workload items: - Studio: x12 (Total hours: 36) - Weekly studio
- Studio: x12 (Total hours: 60) - Weekly studio
- Personal Study Hours: x12 (Total hours: 84) - Recommended study hours
Attendance and learning activities: 80% attendance is required to allow for contribution to team-based in-class exercises and evaluation of progress. -
Resources
Prescribed resources: Books
- Christopher Alexander,Sara Ishikawa,Murray Silverstein (1977). A Pattern Language. n/a, Oxford University Press, USA 1216
iLearn@Bond & Email: iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications.
Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student.
To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au
Class recordings: The majority of this subject's classes will not be recorded due to one of the reasons outlined in the Recording policy.
Students are encouraged to attend all sessions as these recordings will not be available for revision purposes.
For further information please contact the subject coordinator.
| Academic unit: | Faculty of Society & Design |
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| Subject code: | ARCH71-146 |
| Subject title: | Architecture Studio: Community |
| Subject level: | Postgraduate |
| Semester/Year: | September 2026 |
| Credit points: | 15.000 |
| Timetable: | https://bond.edu.au/timetable |
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| Delivery mode: | Standard |
| Workload items: |
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| Attendance and learning activities: | 80% attendance is required to allow for contribution to team-based in-class exercises and evaluation of progress. |
| Prescribed resources: | Books
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| iLearn@Bond & Email: | iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au |
| Class recordings: | The majority of this subject's classes will not be recorded due to one of the reasons outlined in the Recording policy. Students are encouraged to attend all sessions as these recordings will not be available for revision purposes. For further information please contact the subject coordinator. |
Enrolment requirements
| Requisites: |
Nil |
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| Restrictions: |
Nil |
Assurance of learning
Assurance of Learning means that universities take responsibility for creating, monitoring and updating curriculum, teaching and assessment so that students graduate with the knowledge, skills and attributes they need for employability and/or further study.
At Bond University, we carefully develop subject and program outcomes to ensure that student learning in each subject contributes to the whole student experience. Students are encouraged to carefully read and consider subject and program outcomes as combined elements.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge and skills that will be achieved on completion of the program. If you are undertaking this subject as part of a degree program, you should refer to the relevant degree program outcomes and graduate attributes as they relate to this subject.
Subject Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject the learner will be able to:
- Design with knowledge from building technology, environmental sciences and social behaviour as part of preliminary design research, and when developing the conceptual design to optimise the project's performance.
- Critically analyse knowledge from design precedents, research, history and theory of architecture to develop and evaluate design options in terms of the heritage, cultural and community values embodied in the site, and in relation to project requirements and impact on design decisions.
- Creatively develop and implement the functional resolution of a project, including project briefing, site planning, sitings, cultural and contextual response, spatial requirements, building occupancy, circulation, and formal composition evaluated through design options.
- Test, evaluate, and propose through architectural design and detailing the integration of material selection, environmental, structural, and construction systems impacts on design outcomes.
- Develop and document design proposals, including drawings, physical models, 3D visualisations, and design details to communicate proposals and demonstrate evaluation of design options.
- Work collaboratively and individually as part of a design project lifecycle and critically reflect on how design activity generates skills and discoveries.
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Assessment
The University acknowledges that Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) tools are an important facet of contemporary life. Their use in assessment is considered in line with students’ development of the skills and knowledge which demonstrate learning outcomes and underpin study and career success. Instructions on the use of Gen-AI are given for each assessment task; it is your responsibility to adhere to these instructions.
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Assessment details
Type Task % Timing* Outcomes assessed Case Analysis§ Precedence case study, site analysis and model 20.00% Week 4 1,2,4,5,6 Design Project Interim design submission with verbal presentation 20.00% Week 8 1,2,3,4,5 Design Project Design of building proposal with drawings, models and verbal presentation 40.00% Week 14* 1,2,3,4,5 Portfolio Portfolio of process and presentation work and written reflection 20.00% Week 14* 1,2,3,4,5 - § Indicates group/teamwork-based assessment
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
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Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria
High Distinction 85-100 Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. Distinction 75-84 Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. Credit 65-74 Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. Pass 50-64 Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. Fail 0-49 Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
| Type | Task | % | Timing* | Outcomes assessed |
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| Case Analysis§ | Precedence case study, site analysis and model | 20.00% | Week 4 | 1,2,4,5,6 |
| Design Project | Interim design submission with verbal presentation | 20.00% | Week 8 | 1,2,3,4,5 |
| Design Project | Design of building proposal with drawings, models and verbal presentation | 40.00% | Week 14* | 1,2,3,4,5 |
| Portfolio | Portfolio of process and presentation work and written reflection | 20.00% | Week 14* | 1,2,3,4,5 |
- § Indicates group/teamwork-based assessment
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Assessment criteria
| High Distinction | 85-100 | Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. |
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| Distinction | 75-84 | Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. |
| Credit | 65-74 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. |
| Pass | 50-64 | Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. |
| Fail | 0-49 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. |
Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
Study Information
Submission procedures
Students must check the iLearn@Bond subject site for detailed assessment information and submission procedures.
Policy on late submission and extensions
A late penalty will be applied to all overdue assessment tasks unless an extension is granted by the subject coordinator. The standard penalty will be 10% of marks awarded to that assessment per day late with no assessment to be accepted seven days after the due date. Where a student is granted an extension, the penalty of 10% per day late starts from the new due date.
Academic Integrity
Bond University‘s Student Code of Conduct Policy , Student Charter, Academic Integrity Policy and our Graduate Attributes guide expectations regarding student behaviour, their rights and responsibilities. Information on these topics can be found on our Academic Integrity webpage recognising that academic integrity involves demonstrating the principles of integrity (honesty, fairness, trust, professionalism, courage, responsibility, and respect) in words and actions across all aspects of academic endeavour.
Staff are required to report suspected misconduct. This includes all types of plagiarism, cheating, collusion, fabrication or falsification of data/content or other misconduct relating to assessment such as the falsification of medical certificates for assessment extensions. The longer term personal, social and financial consequences of misconduct can be severe, so please ask for help if you are unsure.
If your work is subject to an inquiry, you will be given an opportunity to respond and appropriate support will be provided. Academic work under inquiry will not be marked until the process has concluded. Penalties for misconduct include a warning, reduced grade, a requirement to repeat the assessment, suspension or expulsion from the University.
Feedback on assessment
Feedback on assessment will be provided to students according to the requirements of the Assessment Procedure Schedule A - Assessment Communication Procedure.
Whilst in most cases feedback should be provided within two weeks of the assessment submission due date, the Procedure should be checked if the assessment is linked to others or if the subject is a non-standard (e.g., intensive) subject.
Accessibility and Inclusion Support
Support is available to students where a physical, mental or neurological condition exists that would impact the student’s capacity to complete studies, exams or assessment tasks. For effective support, special requirement needs should be arranged with the University in advance of or at the start of each semester, or, for acute conditions, as soon as practicable after the condition arises. Reasonable adjustments are not guaranteed where applications are submitted late in the semester (for example, when lodged just prior to critical assessment and examination dates).
As outlined in the Accessibility and Inclusion Policy, to qualify for support, students must meet certain criteria. Students are also required to meet with the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisor who will ensure that reasonable adjustments are afforded to qualifying students.
For more information and to apply online, visit BondAbility.
Subject curriculum
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Case Study
Case Study Analysis and Presentation.
SLOs included
- Design with knowledge from building technology, environmental sciences and social behaviour as part of preliminary design research, and when developing the conceptual design to optimise the project's performance.
- Critically analyse knowledge from design precedents, research, history and theory of architecture to develop and evaluate design options in terms of the heritage, cultural and community values embodied in the site, and in relation to project requirements and impact on design decisions.
- Develop and document design proposals, including drawings, physical models, 3D visualisations, and design details to communicate proposals and demonstrate evaluation of design options.
- Work collaboratively and individually as part of a design project lifecycle and critically reflect on how design activity generates skills and discoveries.
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Studio project work
Conducting weekly Studio Project work and relevant feedback sessions, including site visits and collaboration with consultants.
SLOs included
- Design with knowledge from building technology, environmental sciences and social behaviour as part of preliminary design research, and when developing the conceptual design to optimise the project's performance.
- Critically analyse knowledge from design precedents, research, history and theory of architecture to develop and evaluate design options in terms of the heritage, cultural and community values embodied in the site, and in relation to project requirements and impact on design decisions.
- Creatively develop and implement the functional resolution of a project, including project briefing, site planning, sitings, cultural and contextual response, spatial requirements, building occupancy, circulation, and formal composition evaluated through design options.
- Test, evaluate, and propose through architectural design and detailing the integration of material selection, environmental, structural, and construction systems impacts on design outcomes.
- Develop and document design proposals, including drawings, physical models, 3D visualisations, and design details to communicate proposals and demonstrate evaluation of design options.
- Work collaboratively and individually as part of a design project lifecycle and critically reflect on how design activity generates skills and discoveries.
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Presentations and Portfolio
Final presentations of studio project and respective portfolio submission.
SLOs included
- Design with knowledge from building technology, environmental sciences and social behaviour as part of preliminary design research, and when developing the conceptual design to optimise the project's performance.
- Critically analyse knowledge from design precedents, research, history and theory of architecture to develop and evaluate design options in terms of the heritage, cultural and community values embodied in the site, and in relation to project requirements and impact on design decisions.
- Creatively develop and implement the functional resolution of a project, including project briefing, site planning, sitings, cultural and contextual response, spatial requirements, building occupancy, circulation, and formal composition evaluated through design options.
- Test, evaluate, and propose through architectural design and detailing the integration of material selection, environmental, structural, and construction systems impacts on design outcomes.
- Develop and document design proposals, including drawings, physical models, 3D visualisations, and design details to communicate proposals and demonstrate evaluation of design options.
- Work collaboratively and individually as part of a design project lifecycle and critically reflect on how design activity generates skills and discoveries.
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Design Reviews
Milestone reviews of developed design projects including progressive assessment feedback.
SLOs included
- Design with knowledge from building technology, environmental sciences and social behaviour as part of preliminary design research, and when developing the conceptual design to optimise the project's performance.
- Critically analyse knowledge from design precedents, research, history and theory of architecture to develop and evaluate design options in terms of the heritage, cultural and community values embodied in the site, and in relation to project requirements and impact on design decisions.
- Creatively develop and implement the functional resolution of a project, including project briefing, site planning, sitings, cultural and contextual response, spatial requirements, building occupancy, circulation, and formal composition evaluated through design options.
- Test, evaluate, and propose through architectural design and detailing the integration of material selection, environmental, structural, and construction systems impacts on design outcomes.
- Develop and document design proposals, including drawings, physical models, 3D visualisations, and design details to communicate proposals and demonstrate evaluation of design options.
- Work collaboratively and individually as part of a design project lifecycle and critically reflect on how design activity generates skills and discoveries.