Inside Architecture: Master your portfolio, explore career pathways, and network with top design firms in a low-pressure setting.About this Event
Inside Architecture: Portfolios & Pathways
Bridge the gap between your architectural education and professional practice. Designed specifically for students and emerging designers, this event provides direct, actionable insights into portfolio development, career trajectory planning, and firm culture.
Join us for a low-pressure, engaging afternoon focused on curiosity, growth, and open conversation, no high-stakes evaluations or formal interviews, just real advice from industry leaders.
What to Expect
- Portfolio Breakdowns: Learn exactly what top firms look for in a design portfolio.
- Practice Pathways: Hear firsthand about different career trajectories and daily life inside leading studios.
- Open Conversation: Bring your questions for an interactive audience Q&A with our panel of experts.
Featured Partner Practices Hear from and connect with representatives from top industry firms, including:
- DesignInc
- Gray Puksand
- Peddle Thorp Architects
- BLP
Event Schedule
- 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM | Welcome: Check-in, grab some light refreshments, and get oriented.
- 3:15 PM – 4:35 PM | Panel & Showcase: Deep dive into portfolio strategies and practice pathways with our featured partners.
- 4:35 PM – 4:50 PM | Interactive Q&A: Audience-driven session to ask your most pressing questions.
- 4:50 PM – 5:00 PM | Networking: Stick around for informal, low-pressure conversations with peers and practice representatives.
Come curious and ready to learn. We look forward to helping you take the next step in your architectural career!
Date: Friday, 16 October
Time: 3:00–5:00pm
Venue: Seminar Room 144, Level 1, Glyn Davis Building, University of Melbourne
Ticket Price -
$5 for Members
$10 for Non Members
Event venue
MSD Building, MSD Building, Parkville, Australia
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