Constantly keeping the context of Canberra in mind, the city and its design was investigated. 
A paper called 'Design Quality in the Capital' was found, and it had many interesting examples and explored qualities that describe good design for the city. 
                                                  
Good city design is about more than just buildings. 
It is about the creation of a quality public domain that is attractive, accessible 
and pedestrian-friendly. The procurement of good design outcomes depends 
upon more than just good designers. It must have an intelligent planning and 
approval process, conducted by skilled development assessors. It also needs 
enlightened clients and active stakeholder cooperation, and at all times it must 
have the capacity to foster and respond to innovation and excellence.


Canberra is renowned for its quality of life. 
Fine buildings, parks and places continue to grace the most important areas of the capital. 
It is a uniquely beautiful, efficient and livable city. Good urban design will ensure such qualities 
are enhanced and protected and that Australia’s capital will continue to be 
planned and developed in accordance with its national significance.


It became evident that the city as a whole should be considered rather than single individual architectural constructions. 


Here is the link for the pdf of the paper: http://www.nationalcapital.gov.au/downloads/planning_and_urban_design/Good_Design_Guide.pdf