Game Changers in conversation with Richards & Spence

Join us for an inspiring evening with Ingrid Richards and Adrian Spence, the visionary architects behind some of Queensland's most celebrated spaces, including Brisbane's iconic Calile Hotel. Hear how this Queensland-based practice has helped transform Brisbane into a destination city.

Known for their signature approach — what they describe as "gentle brutalism" — Richards & Spence masterfully balance reductive materiality with structural monumentality. They aim to create spaces that are as inviting as they are striking.

From vibrant civic hubs to seamless blends of retail, hospitality, and urban fabric, the duo’s work has redefined contemporary architecture in Brisbane and beyond. 

"We see ourselves as custodians of our built environment, contributing to the ongoing evolution of our city."

Ingrid Richards, Architect and Director of Richards & Spence

Ingrid Richards co-founded Richards & Spence with Adrian Spence in 2008 with the aim of creating vibrant public spaces from private commissions. She has a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Queensland and has practised in her hometown of Brisbane for over 20 years. Richards brings strategic thinking and urban choreography to the practice of architecture.

Adrian Spence, Architect and Director of Richards & Spence

Adrian graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Architecture in 1996 and has practised in his hometown for over 20 years, including at BVN and Donovan Hill. Following this, Adrian and Ingrid Richards formed their own architecture firm in 2008, Richards & Spence.

The conversation will be facilitated by Dr Kirsty Volz, Senior Lecturer in Architecture at QUT.

Image: Cathy Schusler for Belle Magazine, 2019.

Accessibility

If you require accessible seating options, please call 3842 9827 or email slqevents@slq.qld.gov.au

Auslan interpretation has been planned for this event and the talk will be livestreamed.

About Game Changers 

Game Changers brings innovation leaders from business, technology, and creative industries to share their insights with aspiring Queensland entrepreneurs. This is your chance to ask how entrepreneurs and business leaders build companies, reinvent themselves, inspire teams, and envision success.  

Game Changers is a Queensland Business Leaders Hall of Fame initiative presented by State Library of Queensland and QUT. 

At the event, or on livestream, you can ask questions via slido.com; use the code #qblhof  

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