The 16th annual ArchiTeam Awards, a prestigious event in Australia’s architectural calendar, concluded with the announcement of the winners on Thursday 16 November at the No Vacancy Gallery in Melbourne. 

Showcasing an array of remarkable entries, this year’s awards underscored the industry’s commitment to flexibility, sustainability and designing for multi-generational families.

Queenscliff Recreation Reserve Amenities named ArchiTeam Medal winner

The highlight of the evening was the crowning of Queenscliff Recreation Reserve Amenities by Stonehouse + Irons Architecture. This project not only clinched the coveted ArchiTeam Medal but also the Commercial, Community & Public Award.

Judges lauded the design for transcending the conventional “nice toilet block”, praising its robust detailing, materiality and meticulous attention to context, light, ventilation and overall experience. 

The amenities block, described as more than a facility, embraces simple holiday joys, offering outdoor shower facilities with an extraordinary view and public seating for moments of respite.

Diverse winners across categories

In the Residential Alterations and Additions category, three standout projects were recognised. 

Sonelo Architect’s Garden Wall house, winner in the ‘under $500k’ subcategory, impressed the judges with its meticulous planning, providing residents with adaptable options to meet evolving family needs. 

The Quarry house by Winwood Mckenzie secured the $500,000 to $1 million subcategory, celebrated for its delightful unpretentiousness and consummate practicality. 

The over $1 million subcategory saw Fitzroy Laneway house by Andrew Child Architect receive accolades for its finely crafted and contextually sensitive addition, breathing new life into Victorian terrace typology.

The Residential New category, split into ‘up to 1Mil’ and ‘1Mil+’ subcategories, saw Envirotecture’s Huff’n’Puff Haus taking the crown in the $1Mil+ subcategory. This ethically responsible dwelling, recognised for its resilience and future-proof design, also clinched the ArchiTeam Sustainability Medal.

All the ArchiTeam Awards winners

ARCHITEAM MEDAL

Winner: Stonehouse + Irons Architecture – Queenscliff Recreation Reserve Amenities

SUSTAINABILITY MEDAL

Winner: Envirotecture – Huff’n’Puff Haus

SMALL PROJECT MEDAL

Winner: Winter Architecture – Cremorne Townhouse

ARCHITEAM PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD

Winner: Brunswick Est residence – Natasha Nardella

PASSIVE HOUSE SCHOLARSHIP

Winner: The Sphere of All Parts – Felicity Bernstein, Melbourne Design Studios 

RESIDENTIAL NEW AWARD

Resi New: Up to $1m

Winner: Agius Scorpo Architects – Glen Huntly I

Commendations:

Nobel Carter Architects – Middle house
Eldridge Anderson Architects – Brown Hill house

Resi New: $1m+

Winners: 

Envirotecture – Huff’n’Puff Haus
Markowitzdesign with Stavrias Architecture – Stumpy Gully house

RESIDENTIAL ALTERATIONS AND ADDITIONS AWARD

Resi Alts and Ads Up to $500k

Winner: Sonelo Architects – Garden Wall house

Commendations:

Winter Architecture – Cremorne townhouse
Nuud Studio – Monty Sibbel

Resi Alts and Ads $500k-$1m

Winner: Winwood Mckenzie – Quarry house

Commendations: 

Fowler and Ward – Smith house
Architecture Architecture – Sunday

Resi Alts and Ads Over $1m+

Winner: Andrew Child Architect – Fitzroy Laneway house

COMMERCIAL, COMMUNITY & PUBLIC AWARD

Winner: Stonehouse + Irons Architecture – Queenscliff Recreation Reserve Amenities

Commendations:

Lucy Clemenger Architects – Delatite Cellar Door
Canvas Projects – Dianella Community Centre
Nervegna Reed Architecture – Central Goldfields Art Gallery

UNBUILT AWARD

Winner: Jack May – NATURAL SETTINGS

Commendation: Elena Cazacu – Future Proof house

INNOVATION & CONTRIBUTION AWARD

Winner: Michael Smith – Advocating for the built environment Opinion Pieces by Michael Smith

Photography supplied by ArchiTeam Awards 2023.

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