Databases, journals and web resources

Documentaries and interviews illustrating the history, theory and practice of art, design and architecture. The collection includes coverage of the Renaissance, Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Modern, and Contemporary Art. In addition to art history and theory, the collection addresses applied topics such as architectural and graphic design.

An index of journal articles covering many aspects of architecture and architectural design as well as history of architecture, urban planning, landscape architecture and interior design.

Academic publications and image collections designed for use by architecture students, designers and artists.

An archive of articles from publications (from 1980 to 2015) covering all aspects Australian architecture.

Online resource of architectural practice material, from the Australian Institute of Architects (AIA) providing an extensive database of advisory notes on managing architectural practice and projects in Australia. Acumen covers the primary streams: Practice, Project, Resource and Environment. Practice notes are continuously updated with new and revised notes, informed by the AIA’s Acumen Content Review Panel.
Downloadable resources include: Australian Building Industry Contracts (ABIC) reference contracts (as applicable to all states and territories), digital versions of the AIA's Client Architect Agreement and the Client Architect Agreement for Limited Services, guide letters and client information notes.