George Milevski

Bachelor of Design (Architecture)

Welcome to my architectural journey encapsulated in the Grad X Exhibtion. My name is George, and I have recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Architecture at Swinburne Univeristy. Within these projects, you will discover a comprehensive representation of my architecture exploration, spanning from conceptual sketches to detailed design projects.

My design philosophy revolves around creating meaningful spaces that respond to the needs of the user. I am passionate about developing innovative solutions to complex problems, and I believe that architecture has the power to improve people's lives. I strive to create a sense of harmony between the built environment and its inhabitants, and to create spaces that are both aesthetically pleasing and utilitarian.

Thank you for taking the time to explore my university architecture projects. Each project within these pages reflects not only my growth as a student of architecture but also my dedication to contributing innovative and thoughtful designs to the field. I am confident that my folio demonstrates my ability to think outside the box and to think critically about spatial design. I look forward to continuing to explore new ideas and concepts and am excited for the future of architectural practice.

Many Thanks :)

DESIGN STUDIO 04 | AKUNA

Group Project / Kai Dickson, Felicity Tsiang, George Milevski

The Broadwalk.

The entire space was intentionally designed to be long and linear in order to guide the user through the space, making the process easy and self-explanatory. Utilising mezza-nine levelling showcases the openness of the space, as well as aiding in wayfinding as the scale of the whole space is quite large.

The main entrance of Akuna is situated in the Goods Shed. From the outside the users can see that the existing frame of the shed has been kept, however the interior contrasts this through the organic language of the topography, and they are welcomed with greenery and an artificial “landscape”. Adding onto this, a giant tensile net is connected between the floors thus further encouraging user interaction between different spaces.

DESIGN STUDIO 04 | AKUNA

Group Project / Kai Dickson, Felicity Tsiang, George Milevski

Maritime Center.

The second half of the structure. Specifically, the newly constructed maritime center hosts a multi-purpose space equipped with retractable stairs. When fully extended, the space transforms into both a resting/sitting space and an indoor amphitheater, and when fully retracted, the empty space becomes a temporary exhibition space.

Furthermore, the exposed structure from the goods shed continues into this space, bending into a new geometry that celebrates the theme of "fluidity", referencing the waterfront location and maritime history. Covered by a polycarbonate "skin", natural light diffuses into the space during the day, and emits light out into the night sky during the night.

DESIGN STUDIO 05 | YAWA PROJECT

Group Project / Anders Jaeger, George Milevski

Exterior Yawa Project

The existing art culture in Newport is there to be built upon. A significant figure in this culture is the Substation which is situated just North of the site. A historical building, hosting regular art exhibitions and events. A key aspect of our design was to build up this connection and extend it to our site, integrating an event space between the Substation and the Indoor Garden space.

Leading to a collaboration and celebration between these two structures. This space will have the potential to host a wide range of activities, from art performances to outdoor cinema screenings. It will create a vibrant atmosphere and provide a unique destination for the local community.

DESIGN STUDIO 05 | YAWA PROJECT

Group Project / Anders Jaeger, George Milevski

Interior Main Entry

A museum, designed to challenge the relationship between art and its ‘housing’.

While Newport has a significant art culture, there are not many galleries and exhibition spaces. Because of this, local artists have difficulty displaying their work. Yawa Project has decided to provide exhibition spaces for local artists as part of their design proposal. By exhibiting their work, local artists will have the opportunity to increase their visibility in the community. As well as providing local artists with a platform for promotion and recognition, this will also assist them in promoting their work.

BIM | RGB - AMDC PROPOSAL

Group Project / Kai Dickson, Anders Jaeger, Tom De Santis, George Milevski

Circulation, Void Space & Level Allocation

Acknowledgement of Country

The School of Design and Architecture respectfully acknowledges the Wurundjeri peoples of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Owners and knowledge-keepers of the lands, waters and sky that surround us, where we work, learn, create, communicate and make place. We recognise that sovereignty has never been ceded and this always was and will always be Wurundjeri Country. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who continue to make a better world through design.

We extend our acknowledgement to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students, alumni, real-life clients, and knowledge keepers, who have contributed to our own education diversity and growth. We will continue to ensure that staff and students respectfully honour ancestral connection to Country and Place in everything that they do.

We are dedicated to the notion of design to make a better world and we acknowledge that making tools, shaping place, sharing stories, making meaning, wayfinding and collaborating have long been and continue to be both central and integral to First Peoples' cultures. We recognize that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ cultural contributions have continued relevance to design practice and commit to: reconciling ancestries of design and contemporary practice as well as pursuing culturally and professionally appropriate ways to engage with a diverse population of colleagues, industries and clients. In a time of treaty-making and voice we understand that there are overlaps between caring for Country and the sustainable production of goods, services, experiences, products and buildings.

Guided by the principles of respect, reconciliation, and reciprocity we undertake to indigenising and decolonising design practice by dismantling colonial structures and challenging biases that have marginalised Indigenous voices and design.

As students of SoDA you will be given opportunities to both engage with and educate yourself in Indigenous creative practices and cultural protocols through a lens of inclusivity, diversity, respect, mutual understanding, inter-cultural dialogue in all aspects of design practice. Indigenous people have been telling stories, making tools, and connecting to Country through visual media, placemaking and place marking for more than 60,000 years and these practices are part of an ongoing, evolving and live tradition.