Building for the future: The aspirational architecture of Edith Cowan University

Authors

Glenys Haalebos, Edith Cowan University

Document Type

Book

Publisher

Edith Cowan University

Place of Publication

Joondalup, Western Australia

Comments

Haalebos, G. (2005). Building for the future: the aspirational architecture of ECU. Joondalup, Australia: Edith Cowan University.

Abstract

When ECU decided to re-locate its headquarters, it not only made history- becoming the first modern university in Australia to take such a bold move - it also began a process of immense symbolic and strategic importance for its future. It was symbolic because, as this book illustrates, the University used inspirational architecture to create a powerful new public persona. It was strategic because these beautiful and functional structures have significantly enhanced our reputation as a provider of quality teaching and research and established us as a committed, energetic partner with our surrounding communities.