Why is there grass on the roof of Parliament House?
Parliament House was designed by Mitchell/Giurgola and Thorp Architects.
One of the primary features of Parliament House is that it is built into a hill which is consistent with Walter Burley Griffin's vision for Canberra, which integrated the built and natural environment. Most importantly however, it symbolises that the government is never above the people.
Aerial view of Australian Parliament House
DPS Auspic
Aerial view of Australian Parliament House
DPS Auspic
Description
This aerial photograph shows Australian Parliament House, including the curved walls, the Senate wing, the House of Representatives wing and the Executive wing. The design of Parliament House allows people to walk over the grass on top of the building. This is a symbol of the role of the public in Australian democracy – the people are above the government.
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