Now in its 19th year, Architecture & Design's Sustainability Awards remains Australia’s most prestigious program dedicated to celebrating excellence in sustainable architecture and design. Each year, the awards spotlight the projects, people and innovations shaping the future of our built environment - making it not just a competition, but a national platform for recognition and influence.

So, why should you enter in 2025?

Be recognised as a sustainability leader

From early-career designers to well-established firms, the Sustainability Awards honour those who are raising the bar. Winning -or even being shortlisted -positions you as a leader in sustainability, placing your work at the forefront of the conversation around resilient, regenerative design.
Categories That Celebrate People

Architecture & Design Editors Branko Miletic and Clémence Carayol — Editor's of Architecture and Design Branko Miletic & Clémence Carayol

Sustainability doesn’t just come from great buildings - it’s driven by the people behind them. The awards feature dedicated categories that recognise individual contributions, from Lifetime Achievement to Emerging Sustainable Architect or Designer. Whether you’re an experienced changemaker or just beginning your journey, there’s a place to have your impact acknowledged.

Showcase your work on a national stage

Backed by Architecture & Design, the program attracts widespread media coverage and industry attention. Finalists and winners benefit from national exposure across multiple platforms, opening up opportunities for collaboration, new clients and greater influence within the design community.

CplusC Architects + Builders were winners of Single Dwelling (New) category for their entry Holocene House.

More than just big projects

Whether it’s a compact off-grid cabin, an adaptive reuse project, or a large-scale commercial development, the awards are designed to recognise excellence at all scales. Entries are judged on their sustainable outcomes, not their budget or size - so no matter where you're working, your impact counts.

A night to celebrate

Finalists will be invited to the highly anticipated gala evening, returning to Sydney’s iconic Town Hall on 19 November. It’s more than just an awards ceremony - it’s a celebration of the people and ideas driving change in the built environment.

Start now, submit later

The entry process has been designed to be simple and flexible. There’s no upfront payment required, so you can begin your entry today, save your progress, and come back to complete it any time before the deadline.

Entries for the 2025 Sustainability Awards close soon - so don’t miss your chance to be part of Australia’s leading celebration of sustainable design and the individuals making it happen.

Head to sustainablebuildingawards.com.au to start your entry now.

Sydney Town Hall hosted the 2024 Sustainability Awards — The Sustainability Awards will return to Sydney's Town Hall once again for the gala evening.

Why you should enter the 2025 Sustainability Awards

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