Emily Van Eyk

Emily Van Eyk is a Lecturer at the University of Western Australia within the Discipline of Architecture at the UWA Design School. She also operates Mt Eyk, a practice focused on socially and economically responsible design using 'delight' as a core tool. Her work emphasizes accessibility, inclusive housing models, and the intersection of architecture with human experiences.

Research interests span domestic space design, affordable housing solutions, disability-inclusive urban planning, and the preservation of architectural heritage. Notable contributions include studies on Perth's 1920s housing and innovative co-housing models for disability communities.

Her publications explore topics like sustainable residential design and the societal impact of architectural choices. Recent articles analyze projects such as Peta’s House and the Ecological Pod-Village initiative.

• Received the Emerging Architect Prize (2024) for innovative contributions.
• Co-led the Ecological Pod-Village grant project (2021-2022), funded by the Alastair Swayne Foundation.

Engagement includes roles on design review panels, public lectures (e.g., DESIGNFREO), and advisory work for architectural accreditation bodies.