We are the peak body advocating for innovative learning environments throughout Australia and New Zealand. We are involved in regional research programs, conferences, awards, publications and much more.

At a local level, our Chapters and members are actively involved in planning, designing, equipping and maintaining learning environments that enhance learning outcomes for students.

Each year we curate over 60 events that provide a fantastic opportunity to engage with educators, architects and organisations to share best practice, engage in ongoing research and explore latest trends.

We are an association that is international, we are a catalyst for improving learning environments worldwide and we speak in the ‘voice’ of those with whom we engage with, whilst embracing our inclusion, accessibility and diversity values.

Our annual Regional and Chapter Awards programs celebrate our members’ projects that demonstrate effectiveness in the planning, design and construction of educational facilities across the region.

The Awards Program not only reflects our focus on the design and use of engaging and innovative learning spaces and programs, but also supports the questioning and challenging of our current practices, to ensure the continual improvement and excellence we strive for.

At Learning Environments Australasia we host a range of Regional and Chapter Events. Our Regional events incorporate the entire Australia and New Zealand regions. Our Chapter events are hosted locally by each of our Chapters – ACT, NSW, NT, NZ, QLD, SA, TAS & WA.

We encourage attendance at any of our Regional and/or Chapter events and as a bonus, all member of LEA are also automatic members of our International Association A4LE and our members can attend all their events.

Organised by architects and educators for architects and educators, our Annual Regional Conference, Regional Day Out (RDO) and Learning Spaces Aotearoa are the junctures where members and supporters come together to debate, explore and shape the future of learning environments.

They are unrivalled opportunities for professional development and networking, with a smorgasbord of thought-leading speakers, workshops, site visits and presentations.

Our Research Program has a number of dimensions that provide a range of opportunities to support the aims of LEA and our members.

Our Research programs include: The Mayfield Project – a collaborative research experience for emerging professionals; LEA Publications that we have produced; and the LEA Library that provides members with educationally related resources, papers and links to sites.