Andrew Burges studied architecture at the University of Sydney, where he graduated with first class honours and the University Medal in 1992. Andrew completed a Master of Architecture at Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design, graduating with distinction in 1996.
Andrew has 25 years’ experience in architectural practice, including 20 years as principal of Andrew Burges Architects (ABA). Prior to forming his practice in 2001, Andrew worked in firms in Sydney, New York and Boston, developing expertise in large-scale urban masterplanning and urban housing proposals, civic and sporting structures.
Andrew’s work in practice as principal of ABA has been published and recognized extensively and exhibited both locally and internationally. More recently ABA were the winners of City of Sydney’s International Design Competition for Gunyama Park and Green Square Aquatic Centre (GPARC) and the City of Parramatta’s Design Excellence competition for Parramatta Aquatic Centre (PAC). Since its completion, GPARC has won numerous international and national awards, including the Public Architecture Award at the Australian Institute of Architects National Awards.
