Dear staff,

Fabricate is the official student newsletter at the Melbourne School of Design. You are receiving this email as a current student or staff member of the Faculty of Architecture Building and Planning.

The image above is of a tipi -  a conical tent originally made of animal skins or birch bark and popularized by the American Indians of the Great Plains. The dwelling was remarkably durable, and gave warmth and comfort to its inhabitants during harsh winters, was dry during heavy rains, and cool during the heat of summers. Its portability was an important factor since most Plains Indians were highly mobile, and it could be broken down and packed away quickly when a tribe decided to move, and could be constructed just as quickly when a tribe settled in a new area.

The word "tipi" comes into English from the Lakota language (one of the three major varieties of the Sioux language); the word consists of two elements: thí, meaning "to dwell," and pi, which means "they dwell." In practice thípi means house.

The tipi was designed to enable an indoor fire for heating and cooking. The fire is set in the center of the floor. Two smoke flaps at the top of the tipi can be adjusted with long poles. These smoke flaps are set at right angles to the wind, preventing the wind blowing in. The liner adds insulation in winter as well as circulating air within the tipi. In hot weather the lining is not used and the outside skin is unpegged and is rolled up to create ventilation.

The tipi is the ideal shelter, being both warm in winter and cool in the summer.

A new anxiety support group is starting up on campus. It’s a confidential safe space to provide mutual empathy, respect and support to those experiencing anxiety and related issues.

Come along for tea, coffee, snacks, information, or just to chat!

The support group is run by trained facilitators and is completely confidential. You won’t have to give your name or any information about yourself – it’s totally up to you to participate as much or as little as you like. The facilitators will take you through a discussion and helpful exercises that might help you build strategies to deal with stress and anxiety.

12.30pm to 1.30pm, Tuesdays on even weeks, MUVT Training rooms, Level 3 Union House.

Please note that this support group does not give professional medical advice, but is rather a safe and confidential space for you to discuss what’s going on. We will have plenty of information available about getting professional advice if you need! :).

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The Safer Community Program (SCP) aims to promote an environment that fosters safe learning, working and living at the University of Melbourne, and provides the opportunity to pass on behaviour of concern before it develops into something serious.

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Please be advised that  you have until 5pm Friday 13 December to collect any work, models or personal belongings from 757 Swanston Street, Baldwin Spencer, 33 Lincoln Square South and the Frank Tate Building.

Anything left in ABP buildings after this date will be thrown out, absolutely no exceptions.

Spaces that will be cleared include:

757 Swanston St
• All Teaching Spaces
• Student Print Room
• Model Making Spaces
• Stairwell Study Spaces
• Inside lockers
• On top of lockers

Baldwin Spencer
• Student Lounge
• Teaching Spaces

Frank Tate
• Level 1 Study Rooms
• Informal Study Spaces
• Level 2 Computer Lab Space

33 Lincoln Square South
• All areas of Level 1 MSD studio space
• Inside lockers
• On top of lockers

We have set this final date AFTER the conclusion of the exam period and also AFTER the release of final results so in most cases student work will not be required for further assessment.  However if you are concerned that your work may be required for further assessment we strongly encourage you to photograph it. Digital photos in most cases will be accepted as evidence of your work in the event that you are unable to resubmit the original.

The Melbourne School of Design presents student work in its annual showcase of exceptional designs from the faculties of Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Urban Design.

This year's exhibition will feature over 200 Masters level students including Graduating Thesis projects as well as outstanding work from Studios C, D & E. The exhibition is free to the public and opens Wednesday 13 November until Friday 15th November.

The MSD End of Year Show 2013 will be held in one of the most extraordinary spaces on campus, the South Lawn Underground Car Park. The End of Year Party will feature exciting live acts and fantastic food and drink.

End of Year Show: 6:00 pm Thursday 14 November

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Dates: 1st - 6th December

Venue: Studio tuition: 'Walsh Street', house, South Yarra Accommodation: McCaughey Court, Ormond College, University of Melbourne

In December this year the Melbourne School of Design will again be hosting the Robin Boyd Studio in collaboration with the Robin Boyd Foundation. This master class is a residential studio subject held over five days and involves an intensive design studio culminating in design presentations by participants with critique by the studio tutors, invited guests and project stakeholders.

Topic for this session:
Indigenous Interpretation Centre
Master Architect: Greg Burgess
Studio Leader: Jefa Greenway
Project: Koorie Heritage Trust Visitor Centre

The subject ABPL90354 will be worth 12.5 points and students will be able to take it as a multidisciplinary elective or as architecture elective. All applicants are encouraged to have completed at least one Master of Architecture Studio - C, D or E.

Academic Skills' Individual Tutorials (or 'itutes') are in high demand at the end of semester.

If you would like a session with an Academic Skills adviser to get feedback on an assignment draft, discuss exam preparation strategies or talk about developing your study skills, book well in advance.

Bookings can be made through the Student Advising System. Try to get an appointment in the Environments and Design Student Centre but if you can't find anything, you can book at any other venue (note that some are off campus!).
 

The Holcim Awards is an international competition that recognizes innovative projects and future-oriented concepts on regional and global levels. A total of USD 2 million in prize money is awarded in each three-year cycle.

The competition seeks projects that demonstrate an ability to stretch conventional notions about sustainable building and also balance environmental, social and economic performance – while also exemplifying architectural excellence and a high degree of transferability.

Two categories
The Holcim Awards: open to architects, planners, engineers, project owners, builders and construction firms
The Holcim Awards “Next Generation”: open to young professionals and university students where all project authors are no older than 30 years of age.

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Working Late at 757 Swanston?

The air-handling system in 757 Swanston St can be turned on after hours using switches located near the lifts on levels 1, 3, 5 and 7. Handy!

The winners of the Imagine 2033 Competition have been announced as part of this year’s Festival of Ideas, receiving $1500 for their ideas on a post-carbon, sustainable future for Australia.

Nat Phillips (Urban Planning), Timothy Watson (Masters of Environment), Matthew Stewart (Urban Planning) and Friedrich von Oldershausen (Masters of Environment) won the top prize in a strong field of six finalists from across the University. Their presentation 'ECOllaboration - Fundamentals of the Modern Society' was based on their vision for a just, healthy and sustainable post-carbon future

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Access DO's & DON'Ts

• Your ID card admits YOU to the ABP buildings after hours.  You must not use it to admit friends or family members, nor can you loan your card to another individual.
• No food and drink in the buildings
• No sleeping in the buildings
• Model making to only take place in designated model making areas
• Use the cards provided to label any models or papers that are not to be thrown out

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Several subjects offered by the University are termed 'quota subjects' or 'quota restricted subjects'.
 

These are usually workshop or subjects with a travel component where the capacity for large enrolment is limited by available resources such as workshop space, machinery and accommodation as well as because of the mode of teaching.

Selection into quota subjects is based on academic merit. Enrolling in a quota subject through your study plan DOES NOT guarantee a place. Email notification will be sent to advise the outcome of your application.

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