Julian Bolleter

Julian Bolleter is an Associate Professor at the University of Western Australia (UWA), leading the Australian Urban Design Research Centre (AUDRC) and directing its Master of Urban Design program. He holds affiliations with UWA Design School, the Discipline of Urban Design, and the School of Social Sciences. His research focuses on climate adaptation strategies, urban design, and sustainable development, with a particular emphasis on residential density, greenspace-oriented development, and climate resilience in Western Australia.

Key projects include the 'Future Climate, Future Home' initiative, collaborating with government and local organizations to address climate challenges. Bolleter has published six books and over 40 journal articles, with recent work exploring immigrant settlement patterns, thermal comfort in urban parks, and community attitudes toward densification. He actively engages with government bodies, industry groups, and the public through over 150 presentations and media interviews.

His teaching excellence is recognized through awards, including the UWA School of Design Award for Teaching Excellence (2022). Bolleter advises the Western Australian State Design Review Panel and leverages social media (3,491 LinkedIn followers) to disseminate research. Major honors include the 2023 Mid-Career Research Award and a 2020 PIA Planning Research Award.

Grants and collaborations span climate adaptation, transit-oriented development, and urban policy, with funding from iMove CRC and the Department of Education. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing urban sustainability and equitable growth.