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Dr. Louise Wallis is a Senior Lecturer in Architecture and Deputy Director at the Centre for Sustainable Architecture with Wood (CSAW) at the University of Tasmania, affiliated with the School of Architecture and Design within the College of Sciences and Engineering. Her work integrates design-build pedagogy, timber processing, and architectural science, focusing on hygrothermal performance and thermal comfort.
- Education: PhD in Architecture (University of Newcastle, 2017), Masters in Design (University of Tasmania, 2005), Bachelor of Architecture/Built Environment (Queensland University of Technology, 1999)
Her research explores sustainable timber use in construction, addressing industry challenges through projects like the Species Hotel (ecological habitats) and grants assessing timber productivity, hygrothermal modeling, and market barriers. She co-supervises PhD students in timber research, including Kuluni Piumika Millaniyage and Toba Samuel Olaoye.
Recent publications highlight her expertise in hygrothermal analysis, timber moisture management, and engineered wood products, with awards like the Green Gown Awards Australasia (2023) and Vice-Chancellor’s Teaching Excellence Award (2006). She leads industry collaborations, such as the ARC Advance Timber Hub and AFWI Centre for Sustainable Resource and Product Solutions.
- Scientific Awards:
- Green Gown Awards Australasia 2023 - Creating Impact - Species Hotel UTAS
- Finalists of the 2024 International Green Gown Awards
- Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning 2020
- Vice-Chancellor’s Teaching Excellence Award 2006
- Sisalation Prize 2004
- Inaugural National RAIA Student Award 1999
Louise co-leads national initiatives to reset standards for lightweight timber framing and develops 8-star rated architectural products using out-of-grade timber, aiming to boost local industry and sustainability. She also serves on panels like the Tasmanian Forest and Forest Product Network and as a mentor for Inspiring Women in STEMM.
