Manage your ARBV registration
Manage your registration using the ARBV Portal. Renew your individual registration, company or partnership approval, and make changes to your registration.
Working with an architect
Working with an architect to take a building from idea to reality is an exciting process – but it can be complex. Make sure you understand the process and the architect's role.
Pathways to registration with the ARBV
Depending on your experience, there are 3 different pathways to registration as an architect in Victoria.
About the ARBV
Find out more about our role, our organisational structure and our Board.
ARBV continuing professional development webinars
Join the ARBV for a series of free online CPD webinars. Find a list of upcoming events and recordings of previous events here.
Latest News
Strengthening Compliance Culture in the Architecture Sector
Coming Soon ... The ARBV Culture of Compliance research report!
Edition 21, June 2025
In this edition we reflect on the ARBV's activities and what is to come in the new financial year.
Join us at the ArchiBuild Expo in June 2025
The ARBV is attending the ArchiBuild Expo this June! We will be holding a CPD event on Thursday 12 June, as well as a panel discussion on Saturday 14 June. We look forward to seeing you there!
Edition 19, March 2025
The first ARBV Update for 2025 contains exciting upcoming webinars and other events for architects, as well as some helpful tips related to various procurement methods.
Edition 18, December 2024
As the end of 2024 is upon us, we would like to take this opportunity to wish you all the best for the festive season and a Happy New Year.
Melbourne Home Show 2024
The ARBV team was on hand at the Melbourne Home Show with a handy checklist and lots of tips to guide clients through the process of working with an architect. Find the checklist and tips here.
Design Documentation Practice Guide for Class 2 residential buildings
Over the past two years the ARBV has been working with the VBA and other stakeholders on the development of this informative guidance document. Access the guide on the VBA website now.
Deep Dive Report available now!
Groundbreaking research takes a deep dive into the systemic risks affecting the Australian architecture sector.
ARBV Latest News
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