Robin Boyd Foundation

Iconic Modernist House Museum

The Robin Boyd Foundation is the custodian of the legacy of Australian modernist architect, author, critic, and public educator Robin Boyd and the iconic Walsh Street house he designed, built and inhabited.

We are committed to advocating Boyd’s belief that good design can improve people’s lives and our world. Our Guided Tours provide public access to Walsh Street, an exemplar of modernist residential architecture. The Foundation is also known for its Public Programs and 3D Tours that activate community awareness, amplify voices and increase Australian architecture and design participation. 

The Foundation’s work is supported by the Boyd CirclePartnersDonorsFriends, and our vital volunteers.

The Affordable Housing Matters Forum is now available on demand.

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Public Programs

Design Matters: Richard Beard, Northern California

Thu December 7th @ 18:30 pm- 20:30 pm
Richard Beard will discuss his recent experience reviving Joseph Esherick's 1961 Californian modernist masterpiece, the McIntyre House, and specifically how it was made relevant again for a new family in the 21st century. Esherick was a leader in..

Walsh Street Guided Tour AM 2024

Sat January 20th @ 11:00 am- 12:30 pm
Each Walsh Street Guided Tour begins with a talk packed with information about Robin Boyd – from his years as an architecture student to working with Gromboyd, his influences and travels to critical works and his lasting legacy. You will hear..

Walsh Street Guided Tour PM 2024

Sat January 20th @ 13:30 pm- 15:00 pm
Each Walsh Street Guided Tour begins with a talk packed with information about Robin Boyd – from his years as an architecture student to working with Gromboyd, his influences and travels to critical works and his lasting legacy. You will hear..

Walsh Street Guided Tour AM 2024

Sat February 10th @ 11:00 am- 12:30 pm
Each Walsh Street Guided Tour begins with a talk packed with information about Robin Boyd – from his years as an architecture student to working with Gromboyd, his influences and travels to critical works and his lasting legacy. You will hear..

The Boyd Dynasty, Art and Legacy

Sat February 10th @ 13:30 pm- 15:00 pm
Each The Boyd Dynasty, Art and Legacy Guided Tour begins with a talk tracing the Boyd family lineage, from brewing fortunes to forging artistic communities. You will hear the stories behind the esteemed art collection of Robin and Patricia Boyd's..

The Robin Boyd Foundation acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woiwurrung People of the Kulin Nation, the traditional custodians of the land on which we welcome visitors to Walsh Street. We extend our respect to ancestors and Elders past and present, and to all First Nations people.

Partners

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