This article is from the Australian Property Journal archive
A TALENTED architect has been recognised for her innovation in the field after making a splash in a new regional practice.
Sarah Lebner founded Cooee Architecture in 2022, a regional-based architectural firm centered around energy-efficient and low-carbon homes. The practice is based near Bringenbrong (near Kosciuszko national park).
It has been announced by the Australian Institute of Architects (AIA) that she will join Ellen Buttrose, Tiffany Liew, Bradley Kerr and Edwina Brisbane on the 2023 Dulux Study of Tour of Helsinki, Lisbon, Zurich and Venice Biennale. One of the most coveted awards within the AIA, It’s the first time the tour will take place since the pandemic. Recipients are recognised for individual achievements and contribution to architectural practice, education, design excellence and community involvement.
Lebner’s firm practices throughout the Victorian High Country, NSW Snowy Mountains, ACT and other surrounding areas.
She has a decorated career so far, with her recent position as principal architect at Light House Architecture and Science in Canberra. This isn’t the first time she has been recognised by the AIA either after receiving the National Emerging Architect Prize in 2020. Lebner is also an author, having released the book ‘101 Things I Didn’t Learn in Architecture School.’
“I feel unbelievably honoured to be selected for the 2023 Dulux Study Tour,” Sarah said.
“As we take a whirlwind study tour through Helsinki, Lisbon, Zurich and the Venice Architecture Biennale, I’ll constantly be asking myself how my privilege of attending and spending time with other movers and shakers can be paid forward into my work in sustainable regional architecture, entrepreneurship in our industry and my work with young architects at My First Architecture Job.
“Opportunities like this are never purely due to individual efforts. I want to thank my remarkable peers, family and friends who constantly support me in my career.”
Sarah’s website www.cooeearchitecture.com.au offers free resources on energy-efficiency and design for bushfire prone areas.
