Peter Lee

An authentic indigenous cultural centre could be a key element in the revival of Western Australia’s ailing tourism sector, providing a unique attractor for interstate and international visitors, a recent forum has heard.

Hassell principal Peter Lee has stepped down from the architecture firm’s international board after 16 years, to focus on his contributions to the Perth market.

Peter Lee’s passion has shaped his 40-plus-year career in architecture, which has focused on growing the greater fabric of Perth.

Future Perth is a six-part podcast series that will examine the major issues facing this vibrant metropolis as it looks to grow in both size and stature over the next 20 years.

Episode 2 of the Business News Future Perth podcast is now available, focusing on issues around developments in the metropolitan area.

Episode 3 of the Business News Future Perth podcast is now available, focusing on the struggle to bring more women into leadership roles in business and government.

A top architect says Perth should be developed according to a singular vision from local and state authorities.

Edge Visionary Living will add 1.95 metres to its 224-dwelling, 16-storey Applecross development, despite council opposition.

A total of 80 Western Australians were recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List for 2022 including Carmen Lawrence, Murray McHenry, Amber Hasler and Geoffrey Stooke.

Architects are increasingly repurposing existing assets, as the world’s focus on climate change intensifies.

Property developer Adrian Fini and Hassell principal Peter Lee have criticised the urban sprawl and suburbia in Perth, during a discussion over design.