ArchiTeam is excited to present the 2026 ArchiTeam Awards finalists.

Read the ArchiTeam 2026 Awards Finalists - Media Release here.

• Philip Stejskal | Philip Stejskal Architecture | ArchiTeam Member & Chair | WA
• Phillip Culpan | Jackson Clements Burrows | QLD
• Chris Barnes | Field Office Architecture | VIC
• Yvonne Meng | Circle Studio Architects | VIC
• Madeleine Swain | Niche Media/ADR | National - Media Judge
• Stuart Tanner | Tanner Architects | TAS
• Catherine Downie | Downie North | NSW
• Anne Taylor | Taylor Buchtmann Architecture  | SA
• Jean Graham | Winter Architecture | ArchiTeam Awards Director | VIC

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 18 November, more information 

Residential New | Finalists

RESIDENTIAL NEW AWARD

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

• Resi New: Up to $1M (Sponsored by AWS)
• Resi New: $1M+ (Sponsored by No1 Roofing & Building Supplies)

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

• Residential New: Up to $1M

• Residential New: $1M +

• Residential Alteration & Additions | Finalists

RESIDENTIAL ALTERATIONS AND ADDITIONS AWARD

This category has been broken down into the following sub categories

• Resi Alts + Adds: Up to $500K
• Resi Alts + Adds: $500K - $1M
• Resi Alts + Adds: Over $1M+ (Sponsored by Colorbond)

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

• Resi Alts + Adds: Up to $500K

• Resi Alts + Adds: $500K - $1M

• Resi Alts + Adds: Over $1M+

Heritage Award | Finalists

HERITAGE AWARD | proudly supported by the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) & 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

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

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.

Early Career Award | Finalists

EARLY CAREER AWARD - NEW CATEGORY  (Sponsored by CO-architecture)

ArchiTeam is proud to introduce the Early Career Award, a new category recognising and celebrating architects within their first five years of registered practice who demonstrate strong design capability, professional development, and clear potential for future leadership within small practice. The award acknowledges the important formative years of architectural practice — a time where architects develop their design approach, build professional confidence, take on increasing responsibility and establish their future direction within the profession.

The Early Career Award evaluates the individual’s early practice trajectory, focusing on their growth, capability and future potential.

The winner of the Early Career Award will be announced at the 2026 Awards Opening Night on Wednesday 18 November.

Innovation & Contribution Award

INNOVATION & CONTRIBUTION AWARD (Sponsored by The University of Melbourne / Melbourne School of Design)

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.