Australian architecture, engineering, urban design and planning projects can now be submitted for the 2024 Holdmark Innovation Award, with the winning entry receiving a $10,000 cash prize.
Now in its second year, the award is delivered by Powerhouse and supported by Sydney Design Week principal partner Holdmark Property Group, following Holdmark’s $10-million contribution to Powerhouse Parramatta in 2022.
The awarded project will be one that demonstrates both innovative excellence and solutions to industry challenges. This may include projects that have incorporated emerging technologies, adopted pioneering research, implemented strategies for decarbonisation or embraced regenerative practice. A “project” in this instance refers to an entire building, a built structure or a key component in a structure’s design or construction.
Phive in Parramatta Square by Design Inc with Lacoste and Stevenson, and Manuelle Gautrand Architecture, was the inaugural recipient of the award, in 2023. The project was selected for its “ingenious” rooftop design and passive climate strategies.
Phive in Parramatta Square by Design Inc with Lacoste and Stevenson, and Manuelle Gautrand Architecture, was selected as the winner of the 2023 award for its “ingenious” rooftop design and passive climate strategies.
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Founder and managing director of Holdmark, Sarkis Nassif, said Australia is home to some of the world’s most innovative and dedicated designers, architects and engineers. He said that Holdmark is committed to promoting their achievements and raising their profile.
“We are honoured to serve as the principal partner for Sydney Design Week and look forward to seeing the applicants’ submissions.”
Applications for 2024 will be reviewed by a committee comprising Gerard Reinmuth, professor of practice in the School of Architecture at the University of Technology Sydney and director of Terroir; Keinton Butler, Powerhouse senior curator of design and architecture; and Kevin Nassif, chief operating officer at Holdmark Property Group.
To be eligible, projects must have been designed in Australia and completed between 1 January and 31 December 2023 .
Powerhouse chief executive, Lisa Havilah, said the award honours forward-thinking Australian architects, engineers, urban designers and planners who design and shape our environments.
“We welcome applications from innovative projects that exemplify excellence in the industry.”
The application portal will close on 1 July 2024. The award will be presented to the successful recipient during Sydney Design Week in September 2024. For information on how to apply, visit the Powerhouse website.
Source: Architecture - architectureau
