The 2025 Lysaght Inspirations Design Awards have recognised outstanding projects across Australia, from landmark cultural centres to finely crafted homes. This year’s winners showcase excellence in residential,commercial, sustainable, regional and student design.
The 2025 Lysaght Inspirations Design Awards celebrated the best of Australian architecture, with entries spanning the country and the full spectrum of design, from finely detailed residential extensions to cultural landmarks of national importance. Each submission reflected not only technical excellence but also a strong sense of how architecture can shape communities and experiences.
Reflecting on the strength of the field this year, the judging panel commented:
“The 2025 entries set a new benchmark for the awards. We saw projects that pushed boundaries, but also those that grounded innovation in place, sustainability and cultural meaning. This collection of winners demonstrates just how diverse and inspiring Australian architecture has become.”
2025 Winners at a Glance
- Overall Winner: Munarra Centre, Shepparton
- Residential Design: Myocum Magic
- Sustainable Design: The Silos Accommodation
- Commercial & Industrial Design: Munarra Centre, Shepparton
- Regional Design: Edmund Rice Centre
- Student Award: Warlpiri Cultural Centre
- People’s Choice Award: La Grande Casa Nera
Spotlight on the Winning Projects
Overall Winner & Commercial & Industrial Design:
Munarra Centre, Shepparton by ARM Architecture
A cultural and community anchor in Shepparton, Munarra Centre Shepparton integrates learning and gathering spaces beneath a striking roof form, featuring LYSAGHT® CUSTOM ORB®, KLIP-LOK® and ENSEAM® profiles for strength, resilience and visual impact.
Residential Design:
Myocum Magic by EcoSphere Design
Design A climate-responsive Byron Shire home, Myocum Magic blends indoor– outdoor living with sustainability, featuring LYSAGHT® ENSEAM® cladding in COLORBOND® steel Monument® for resilience and refined modern expression.
Sustainable Design:
The Silos Accommodation by Cooee Architecture
Near Junee, NSW, The Silos Accommodation reimagines disused grain silos as a boutique farmstay, blending heritage and sustainability with detailing in LYSAGHT® MINI ORB®.
Regional Design:
Edmund Rice Centre by Baldasso Cortese Architects
At Emmanuel College, Warrnambool, the Edmund Rice Centre delivers a vibrant learning hub clad in LYSAGHT® SPANDEK® walling with a KLIP-LOK® roof in COLORBOND® steel Manor Red®, combining durability with striking visual impact.
Student Award:
Walpiri Cultural Centre by Sienna Dichiera
In Yuendumu, Northern Territory, the Warlpiri Cultural Centre forms a dedicated hub with gathering and learning spaces, with a bold LYSAGHT® CUSTOM ORB® roof in COLORBOND® steel Manor Red®, CUSTOM ORB® wall cladding and a LYSAGHT® FIRMLOK® system designed for Central Australian conditions.
People’s Choice Award:
La Grande Casa Nera by Riverina Outbuild
In Beelbangera, New South Wales, La Grande Casa Nera redefines the modern rural home through bold geometry and refined detailing, featuring LYSAGHT® ENSEAM® cladding and LYSAGHT® MINI ORB® for a balance of strength, texture and enduring visual appeal.
Celebrating a Standout Year
We extend our congratulations to everyone who entered the 2025 Lysaght Inspirations Design Awards. The calibre of projects submitted demonstrates the remarkable depth of talent in Australian architecture and design. We look forward to seeing what next year’s program will bring.
For now, stay tuned for more on this year’s winners across our website and social media channels.
