Architecture awards

The AA Prize for Unbuilt Work is the only avenue for the public recognition of this work in Australia and offers an exciting opportunity to help build Australia's architectural culture by recognising works proposed but not built. Practices of all types and scales may enter the prize and entries encompass a broad array of work, all of it connected in some way to Australian architecture and the built environment. The prize is an important stepping-stone for industry leaders of the future as demonstrated by past winners.

The Architecture MasterPrize (AMP) is an international architecture award recognising design excellence. The AMP was created to advance the appreciation and exposure of quality architectural design worldwide. The prize celebrates creativity and innovation in architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, architectural product design and architectural photography. Submissions from all around the world are welcome.

The Australian Institute of Architects NSW Regional Architecture Awards celebrates design excellence and its contribution to communities across regional NSW. Since its inception in 1960, the NSW Regional Division has provided continuous representation and service to regional architects of the Australian Institute of Architects outside the metropolitan areas of Sydney and Newcastle. The NSW Regional Architecture Awards celebrate the work of architects working in regional NSW.

The Dulux Colour Awards is an iconic awards program, acknowledging the industry-leading work of architects, design professionals and students from Australasia, for their creative and innovative use of colour in commercial and residential spaces.

Presented by Houses magazine, the Houses Awards is an annual program celebrating Australia’s best residential projects. Excellence is rewarded in nine categories, with the best house receiving the premier award of Australian House of the Year. A Houses Award is one of Australia’s most sought-after accolades for residential work. Each year, the Houses Awards entries provide a unique insight into contemporary residential design and the contribution Australia’s architects and designers make to enhancing the way we live today. Entries are judged by an eminent panel of architects and designers who are themselves recognized for creating inspirational Australian homes. The judging process is anonymous, transparent and confidential.

Managed by the Property Council of Australia, the National Innovation & Excellence Awards is one of the most prestigious property awards programs in Australia, promoting excellence in design and innovation in the built environment since 1982.

The International Architecture & Design Awards provide a platform for every unique creation to be recognised. A panel of distinguished new judges brings fresh perspectives to the forefront of architectural excellence. As we honour your dedication and innovation, we present the iconic 2025 trophy. This meticulously crafted emblem symbolises the evolution of your artistic journey. In this gathering of creativity and foresight, let your work do more than just be observed—let it set the standard and ignite the imagination of the future.

The International Architecture Awards honours the best, significant new buildings, landscape architecture, and planning projects designed and/or built around the world’s leading architects, landscape architects, and urban planners practising nationally and internationally. The International Architecture Awards give an important global overview of the current aesthetic direction of today’s commercial, corporate, institutional, and residential work to the real estate, banking, business, and corporate community, as well as to the press and general public worldwide.

The International Design Awards recognise individuals and teams who have made substantial contributions in the field of architecture. The IDA award acknowledges excellence in architecture that goes far beyond the practical purposes of a building.

The National Trust Heritage Awards celebrates heritage excellence in the conservation, protection, and interpretation of NSW’s Aboriginal, built, natural and cultural heritage. Organisations, councils, government departments, community groups and individuals from right around the state are encouraged to share heritage projects big and small for recognition. Previous entries have included transformations of historic buildings, conservation of timeless treasures, impactful events and advocacy campaigns, public art installations, historical publications, and many more

The Royal Institute of British Architects International Awards (RIBA) champion and celebrates the best architecture in the UK and around the world, no matter the form, size, or budget. Successful projects reflect changes and innovations in architecture, but at their core display a commitment to designing and developing buildings and spaces for the improvement and enhancement of people’s lives.

The Australian Institute of Architects is dedicated to the promotion of Australian architects and architecture in both national and global arenas. Since 1981, they have upheld excellence in the profession by recognising best practice in the field through the National and Chapter Architecture Awards program and inspiring others to continue striving to positively shape communities through architecture. The Australian Institute of Architects Awards program offers an opportunity for public and peer recognition of the innovative work of Australian Capital Territory architects.

The Australian Institute of Architects National and Chapter Architecture Awards Program enables public and peer recognition of the innovative work of our members, and provides the Institute with a valuable mechanism to promote architects and architecture across Australia and internationally.

The Australian Institute of Architects is dedicated to the promotion of Australian architects and architecture in both national and global arenas. Since 1981, they have upheld excellence in the profession by recognising best practice in the field through the National and Chapter Architecture Awards program and inspiring others to continue striving to positively shape communities through architecture. The Australian Institute of Architects Awards program offers an opportunity for public and peer recognition of the innovative work of New South Wales architects.

The Australian Institute of Architects is dedicated to the promotion of Australian architects and architecture in both national and global arenas. Since 1981, they have upheld excellence in the profession by recognising best practice in the field through the National and Chapter Architecture Awards program and inspiring others to continue striving to positively shape communities through architecture. The Australian Institute of Architects Awards program offers an opportunity for public and peer recognition of the innovative work of Northern Territory architects.

The Australian Institute of Architects is dedicated to the promotion of Australian architects and architecture in both national and global arenas. Since 1981, they have upheld excellence in the profession by recognising best practice in the field through the National and Chapter Architecture Awards program and inspiring others to continue striving to positively shape communities through architecture. The Australian Institute of Architects Awards program offers an opportunity for public and peer recognition of the innovative work of Queensland architects.

The Australian Institute of Architects is dedicated to the promotion of Australian architects and architecture in both national and global arenas. Since 1981, they have upheld excellence in the profession by recognising best practice in the field through the National and Chapter Architecture Awards program and inspiring others to continue striving to positively shape communities through architecture. The Australian Institute of Architects Awards program offers an opportunity for public and peer recognition of the innovative work of South Australian architects.

The Australian Institute of Architects is dedicated to the promotion of Australian architects and architecture in both national and global arenas. Since 1981, they have upheld excellence in the profession by recognising best practice in the field through the National and Chapter Architecture Awards program and inspiring others to continue striving to positively shape communities through architecture. The Australian Institute of Architects Awards program offers an opportunity for public and peer recognition of the innovative work of Tasmanian architects.

The Australian Institute of Architects is dedicated to the promotion of Australian architects and architecture in both national and global arenas. Since 1981, they have upheld excellence in the profession by recognising best practice in the field through the National and Chapter Architecture Awards program and inspiring others to continue striving to positively shape communities through architecture. The Australian Institute of Architects Awards program offers an opportunity for public and peer recognition of the innovative work of Victorian architects.

The Australian Institute of Architects is dedicated to the promotion of Australian architects and architecture in both national and global arenas. Since 1981, they have upheld excellence in the profession by recognising best practice in the field through the National and Chapter Architecture Awards program and inspiring others to continue striving to positively shape communities through architecture. The Australian Institute of Architects Awards program offers an opportunity for public and peer recognition of the innovative work of Western Australian architects.

The World Architecture Festival Awards (WAF) is the only awards programme where all finalists present their projects live to a panel of judges live at the festival in Miami. Discuss your project and use their feedback to strengthen your future work. Raise your profile and showcase your work at the world’s largest live awards event for architects.