Climate Pillar

Our Climate research pillar focuses on decarbonising the built environment and enhancing climate resilience across diverse scales – from cities and urban systems to buildings and technologies.

With expertise in architecture, design, and planning, we develop cutting-edge strategies for energy efficiency, sustainable materials, and adaptive reuse. Our collaborations with industry, government, and community partners drive innovation, improve environmental health, and create resilient communities.

To discuss how our research collaborations can align with your goals, reach out to our team at adp.research@uq.edu.au

 

Research centres and groups

Our research centres are at the forefront of innovation, led by some of the brightest minds in architecture, design, and planning. These centres are driving groundbreaking advancements every day.

SBEnrc

SBEnrc Australia leads collaborative research to drive innovation and sustainability in the built environment.

Advance Timber Hub

The Advance Timber Hub, funded by the ARC, drives tall timber building innovation in the Pacific.

VisLab

The Visualisation Lab uses digital twins, VR, and AR to model complex design problems and support data-driven decisions.

Research Partnerships and Projects

Discover how our school is shaping a sustainable future through innovative research and collaborative projects. From climate resilience and decarbonisation to urban design and social housing, we work closely with industry, government, and community partners to address real-world challenges and deliver impactful solutions.

Publications

Climate Researchers

  • Ms Melanie Maher

    Associate Lecturer
    School of Architecture, Design and Planning
  • Dr Ray Maher

    Director (Research) & Senior Lecturer in Design (Built Environment)
    School of Architecture, Design and Planning
  • Dr Paul Matthew

    Program Convenor (M Arch) & Lecturer in Design (Built Environment)
    School of Architecture, Design and Planning
  • Associate Professor Silvia Micheli

    Program Convenor (B Arch) & Associate Professor in Architecture
    School of Architecture, Design and Planning
  • Dr Mehrnoosh Mirzaei

    Lecturer
    School of Architecture, Design and Planning
  • Professor Antony Moulis

    Professor and Deputy Head of School
    School of Architecture, Design and Planning
  • Dr Ashley Paine

    Co-Director of ATCH
    Centre of Architecture Theory Culture History
    Senior Lecturer in Architecture
    School of Architecture, Design and Planning
  • Dr Dorina Pojani

    Associate Professor, Urban Planning
    School of Architecture, Design and Planning
  • Dr Ali Rad Yousefnia

    Teaching Associate
    School of Architecture, Design and Planning
  • Associate Professor Sonia Roitman

    Associate Professor in Planning
    School of Architecture, Design and Planning

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