An architect is a person who is registered with the Architects Registration Board of Victoria.
No one else can use the title.
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APE Logbook Submissions Open
Submissions for Round 2, 2019 are now open from 3 June – 18 June 2019.
Round 1, 2019 NEP (Part 2) Results Date and Interview Dates (Part 3)
The results of the NEP were released via email by COB on Friday 19 April 2019.
Interviews were conducted in May 2019 and results advised. See full details of Important Dates here.
Nine Certificates for Cladding Systems Withdrawn
The ARBV has been informed that CertMark International (CMI), a product certification body under the CodeMark scheme has withdrawn nine certificates for cladding systems… Read more.
The Use of the ARBV Logo Policy Change
The ARBV’s present policy on the use of its logo by architects and approved Victorian companies and partnerships within Victoria, is currently being reviewed. Read more.
Membership Cards
Membership Cards are now available for architects to download as proof of registration. To download, log into your membership profile through the ARBV website, select ‘manage profile’ and then select ‘membership card’.
Architects and Client Agreements – They are a must!
Architects must enter into written agreements with their clients before they commence work. Not only is this good practice, it is a legal requirement… Read more.
Architects and Cladding Issues in Victoria
The use of non-compliant external cladding on buildings in Victoria is a significant safety issue and one which the ARBV takes very seriously… Read more.
FAQs at Registration Renewal Time
You will find the answers to your most frequently asked questions here.
APE
Being registered after graduation is an important step so that the title “architect” can be used. Read more
APE Information Sessions
To view times and dates, click here.
About the act
Architects have been registered in Victoria since the first Architects Act in 1923. The current Act is the Architects Act 1991. Read more
Quick Links
Click here for the latest news and updates from Architects Registration Board of Victoria and catch up on previous news releases.
APE Logbook Submissions Open
Submissions for Round 2, 2019 are now open from 3 June – 18 June 2019.
Round 1, 2019 NEP (Part 2) Results Date and Interview Dates (Part 3)
The results of the NEP were released via email by COB on Friday 19 April 2019.
Interviews were conducted in May 2019 and results advised. See full details of Important Dates here.
Nine Certificates for Cladding Systems Withdrawn
The ARBV has been informed that CertMark International (CMI), a product certification body under the CodeMark scheme has withdrawn nine certificates for cladding systems… Read more.
The Use of the ARBV Logo Policy Change
The ARBV’s present policy on the use of its logo by architects and approved Victorian companies and partnerships within Victoria, is currently being reviewed. Read more.
Membership Cards
Membership Cards are now available for architects to download as proof of registration. To download, log into your membership profile through the ARBV website, select ‘manage profile’ and then select ‘membership card’.
Architects and Client Agreements – They are a must!
Architects must enter into written agreements with their clients before they commence work. Not only is this good practice, it is a legal requirement… Read more.
Architects and Cladding Issues in Victoria
The use of non-compliant external cladding on buildings in Victoria is a significant safety issue and one which the ARBV takes very seriously… Read more.
FAQs at Registration Renewal Time
You will find the answers to your most frequently asked questions here.
APE
Being registered after graduation is an important step so that the title “architect” can be used. Read more
APE Information Sessions
To view times and dates, click here.
About the act
Architects have been registered in Victoria since the first Architects Act in 1923. The current Act is the Architects Act 1991. Read more
Contact Us
Architects Registration Board of Victoria
Level 7, 372 Albert Street
East Melbourne VIC 3002
Phone: 03 9417 4444
Email: registrar@arbv.vic.gov.au
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
