ArchiTeam is excited to present the 2025 ArchiTeam Awards finalists.

Read the ArchiTeam 2025 Awards Finalists - Media Release here.

Thank you to our jury

• Michael Roper / Architecture architecture / AT Member and Chair (VIC)
• Thomas Bailey / Room11 (Tas)
• Jemima Retallack / Retallack Thompson Architects (NSW)
• Anita Panov / panov scott (NSW)
• Andrew Steele / Studio Nine (SA)
• Monique Woodward / WOWOWA (Vic)
• Andrew Klenke / Swanbury Penglase Architects (SA)
• Clémence Carayol / Architecture & Design / Digital Editor (Media Judge), and 
• Wesley Spencer / ArchiTeam Awards Director

Big thanks to graphic designer - www.designdemocracy.com.au

Thank you to all entrants and good luck and congratulations to all finalists.  To find out who the winners are, join us Wednesday 19 November, more information here.

Residential New - Finalists

RESIDENTIAL NEW AWARD

This category has been broken down into the following sub categories based on budget.

a) Resi New: Up to $1M (Sponsored by AWS)
b) Resi New: $1M + (Sponsored by No1 Roofing)

Past winners and commended entries have ranged from million-dollar new builds to modest buildings tackling challenging site constraints.

a) Resi New: Up to $1M

b) Resi New: $1M +

Residential Alteration and Additions - Finalists

RESIDENTIAL ALTERATIONS AND ADDITIONS AWARD (Sponsored by James Hardie)

This category has been broken down into the following sub categories

a) Resi Alts + Adds: Up to $500K

b) Resi Alts + Adds: $500K - $1M

c) Resi Alts + Adds: Over $1M +

Past winners and commended entries have included extensions to existing houses, renovations to a studio apartment and an attic conversion.

a) Resi Alts + Adds: Up to $500K

b) Resi Alts + Adds: $500k - $1M

c) Resi Alts + Adds: Over $1M +

Heritage Award - Finalists

HERITAGE AWARD – NEW (proudly supported by the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) and The Australian Council of National Trusts (ACNT))

Entries in the Heritage Award are to highlight excellence in conserving, adapting, and revitalising heritage structures with sensitivity and innovation. Projects should demonstrate thoughtful integration of new elements, respect for historical integrity, and sustainable approaches that enhance long-term viability. Consideration is given to research, material authenticity, and evidence-based conservation methods, alongside the project's impact on the community and cultural landscape.

Commercial Award - Finalists

COMMERCIAL AWARD (Sponsored by Colorbond)

Finalists of this category celebrate excellence in commercial architecture, recognising projects that enhance public life, foster engagement, and create meaningful spaces for work, gathering, and commerce. It highlights the architect’s role in shaping dynamic environments that contribute to the built fabric while meeting functional and operational needs.

Community & Public Award - Finalists

COMMUNITY & PUBLIC AWARD (Sponsored by DECO)

Finalists of this category celebrate projects that enhance public life and community engagement, recognising designs that create meaningful spaces for work, gathering, and civic interaction. It emphasises the architect's role in shaping shared spaces that contribute to the social fabric of our communities while meeting complex functional requirements.

Unbuilt Award - Finalists

UNBUILT AWARD

Finalists of this category celebrate the power of architectural imagination and theoretical exploration, providing a platform for projects that push the boundaries of what's possible. It recognises that unbuilt works can be powerful catalysts for change in architectural thinking and practice, whether they're competition entries, speculative proposals, or projects awaiting realisation.

Innovation & Contribution Award - Finalists

INNOVATION & CONTRIBUTION AWARD

This category recognises exceptional contributions to architecture beyond building design, celebrating initiatives, research, advocacy, and other work that advances the profession. It highlights the diverse ways architects can influence the built environment and society through thought leadership, education, and innovative practice.