I am an experienced leader, educator, registered Architect, researcher and maker based in Australia since 2005 after spending my first 3 decades in the USA. Focused upon achieving high quality, innovative, and transformational outcomes in the built environment, I am the Research Director for Building 4.0 Cooperative Research Centre - a consortium bringing together ~25 major industry partners from the construction sector with academic expertise from Monash University, the University of Melbourne, and QUT to undertake a $100M AUD (cash + inkind) research program. My professional trajectory over 25 years has been characterised by simultaneously pursuing practice, education, and research. This professional nexus is the subject of my PhD "Building +/- A Practice at the Boundary of Architecture and Construction" and is based upon my hands-on experience in the design and assembly of numerous digitally-fabricated projects delivered professionally and academically. Key contributions to architectural education in Australia include helping to establish and lead two new architecture schools - at Bond University (2011-2017, 2019-2022) and Western Sydney University (2017-2019) - and through service on the executive committee of the Association of Architecture Schools of Australasia (AASA). From 2020 to present, I have co-led the AASA’s Climate Literacy committee. Throughout my career, I have maintained an active presence in practice to ensure currency and application of academic theory, and conversely to keep pedagogy grounded in real world practice. Professional activity since 1999 has included work in architecture practices, running a sole-proprietor design practice, operating as a licensed builder, and collaborating since 2015 as a Director of Studio Workshop Architects + Associates.

With over 20 years of experience in construction, Nick Economidis has developed deep expertise in operations, compliance, quality, and process improvement. Today, Nick is leading the evolution of construction, challenging traditional methods of development, design and building. Through innovation, technology, and modern methods of construction, Nick Economidis is passionate about shaping a smarter, safer, and more efficient future for the built environment.

As a Director at Urbis I am passionate about shaping our cities and communities for the future. Previous to this role I held the position of Associate Director in the Commercial Sales team at Knight Frank where I focussed on social infrastructure, large scale development sites, government and not for profit portfolios. I commenced my career in town planning and have undertaken large scale master planning for communities across South East Queensland. I also worked for Brisbane Catholic Education where I managed the planning pipeline and acquisitions for new schools. Prior to my property career, I enjoyed roles involved in the reform of the planning system through work with the Queensland State Government, advocacy work across the education sector through the Queensland Schools Planning Commission and as manager of large scale development assessment teams in local government. I have also recently been appointed by the Minister as the Former Chair for the Housing Supply Expert Panel.

Senior commercial real estate and corporate development professional with investment and lending experience across Australia, Canada, and the USA. Proven track record in driving growth, executing complex transactions, and building strong stakeholder and industry relationships. Adept at identifying market opportunities, optimising portfolio performance, and leading high-impact strategic initiatives.

From inner city hotels to regional workers accommodation, Northern Australia Accommodation Solutions (NAAS) specialises in delivering high-quality, cost-effective residential and commercial accommodation, on a scale and timeline unmatched by conventional building practices. Warren’s in depth knowledge of all property sectors, supported by the specialist skills and analysis is central to the group’s proven buying and value-adding strategy. He was formerly a director of commercial development at Citimark Properties Pty Ltd, a consultant to Property Funds Australia Limited, a director of retail projects at PRD Realty, and director of commercial developments at CB Richard Ellis. Warren holds a Diploma in Business, Real Estate & Valuation from University of Queensland, was a committee member for 10 years with the Property Council of Australia’s Planning & Development Committee and is a former board member of the Australian Property Institute.