Do you know what makes us feel good? Colour! And today we have it in spades. Dulux, Australia’s leading paint manufacturer once again celebrates Australia and New Zealand’s premier inspirational colour application in built environments. Now in it’s 34th year, the 2020 Dulux Colour Awards shows commitment to the design and architectural community by recognising and rewarding creative and innovative thinking in industry projects.
“Architects and designers have set a new precedent with this year’s awards program submissions,” says Andrea LucenaOrr, Dulux Colour Planning and Communications Manager.
“They have exhibited original and masterful use of both colour and texture in their design approach, creating sophisticated interior and exterior spaces.”
There are a total of 6 categories namely Commercial Interior: Public and Hospitality; Commercial Interior: Workplace and Retail; Commercial and Multi-Residential Exterior; Residential Interior; Single Residential Exterior; and Student. With more than 450 entries received and some 107 named finalists, choosing the best among the best for each category will be both challenging and exciting. So why not take a sneak peek and see which finalists deserve to bring home the bacon this year. Let’s have a quick rundown..
Residential Interior
This category includes the interior paint finishes of any building used as a private residence, including single and multi-residential projects.
Single Residential Exterior
This category includes the exterior paint finishes of any building used as a single private residence.
Commercial and Multi Residential Exterior
This category includes the exterior paint finishes of any commercial, industrial, education facility or multi-residential apartment building.
Commercial Interior – Public and Hospitality
This category includes the interior paint finishes of commercial or industrial buildings such as education facilities, community centres, healthcare facilities, museums, theatres, places of worship, cafes, restaurants, fitness centres, one-off installations, events, hotels and accommodation.
Commercial Interior – Workplace and Retail
This category includes the interior paint finishes of commercial or industrial buildings such as education facilities, community centres, healthcare facilities, museums, theatres, places of worship, cafes, restaurants, fitness centres, one-off installations, events, hotels and accommodation.
Student (Years 1 – 6)
This category includes paint specification by architecture or interior design students who are currently attending, or have completed within the past 12 months, a course at a recognised University or College.
So what do you think? Are you inspired yet? The judging panel will select Winners and Commendations across the six categories, with all category winners (excluding the Student category and New Zealand entrants), having the chance of taking home the Australian Grand Prix title and AUD $5,000. New Zealand entrants will have the chance of taking home the New Zealand Grand Prix title and NZD $5,000.
This year’s judging panel for the awards includes Adele Winteridge, Director of mFoolscap Studio; Jean-Pierre Biasol, Director of Biasol Design Studio; Jonathan Richards, Director of Richards Stanisich Architecture; Kathryn Robson, Director of Robson Rak Architects & Interiors; and Toni Brandso, Director of New Zealand’s Material Creative.
Winners of the 34th Dulux Colour Awards will be announced in the coming months. Head to the Dulux Colour Awards 2020 website for more information and keep your eyes peeled as we feature many more of the finalists!
See below for the complete lists of finalists for all categories:
Residential Interior Finalists
Art House by STUDIO CD, Brunswick Residence by Lucy Bock Design Studio, Grey Lynn by Dessein Parke, Concrete Blonde by Carter Williamson, Gillies Hall by Jackson Clements Burrows, Balmoral Blue House by Esoteriko Interior Architecture, Orchard House by Chelsea Hing, Malvern East House by Wellard Architects, Angophora Pavillion by Ava Shirley Architect, Palladiana Party by Sally Caroline, Northcote House by Sarah Wood Designs, Ruckers Hill House by Studio Bright, Lawler Residence by Andrew Donaldson Architecture and Design, Malvern Residence by Doherty Design Studio, Sunny House by Cloud Dwellers and Diana Azzarello, Orange Grove Cottage by CO-AP, Plaster Fun House by Sans-Arc Studio, Budge Over Dover by YSG, Armadale House by Luke Fry Architecture & Interior Design, Redfern Warehouse by Ian Moore Architects, Elm Tree Place by Eastop Architecture & Design, Bourke Street Apartment by Fowler and Ward, Glassbook House by Sibling Architecture, Thornton Residence by Doherty Design Studio, Perfect Storm by Green Anvil Co., Canopy House by Leeton Pointon Architects + Interiors, and St Kilda Residence by Doherty Design Studio.
Single Residential Exterior Finalists
Casuarina House by Vokes and Peters, The Lyttelton Boat Shed by Partner in Creativity, Maggies Lane Barnhouse by Carole Whiting Interiors and Design, Clifton Gardens House by Studio Gorman, The Quarter Deck by Studio Gorman, Braeside House by Lynne Bradley Interiors, Victoria Road Project by Alexandra Kidd Design, Split House by Pac Studio, Northcote House by Sarah Wood Designs, and Glassbook House by Sibling Architecture.
Commercial and Multi Residential Exterior Finalists
Mutualities by Forlano Design, Rowland Park Amenities by Smith & Tzannes, Social Housing Development Rangiora by Rohan Collett Architects, Gem Waterline Place by Elenberg Fraser, MAAS Architecture Commission- Agora by Penhale & Winter, Gillies Hall by Jackson Clements Burrows, Block X- Ferny Grove State High School by arkLAB Architecture, UOM Southbank- End of Trip by Searle x Waldron Architecture, Coastal Walk Fitness Stations by Waverley Council, South Frame Bleachers by LandLAB, Angurugu Cultural Centre by MODE, Citizen Melbourne by KENNON, South Perth Foreshore Connect South Canopies by Iredale Pedersen Hook Architects, Ohope Beach School by Ignite Architects, and Oran Park High School by Perumal Pedavoli Architects.
Commercial Interior – Public and Hospitality Finalists
Gathered by EWERT LEAF, Burleigh Pavilion by Alexander CO, UOM Southbank- End of Trip by Searle x Waldron Architecture, Emu Hall by Juicy Design, Old Council Chamber, Trades Hall, Victoria by Lovell Chen, Mr Robertson Cafe by Maria Danos Architecture, O Studio by Establish Studio, Stamford Park Homestead by Brahman Perera, The Guardsman by Studio-Gram, Tetto Di Carolina by Chris Connell Design, Holism Retreat at MGallery by Studio Tate, Beer Republic by Bruce Henderson Interiors and STUDIO ISGRO, Blacksmith by The Stella Collective, The Swift Science and Technology Centre by McBride Charles Ryan, Arts Epicentre by Branch Studio Architects, BaShan by Tom Mark Henry, Darebin Arts Centre by Sibling Architecture, Mr Frankie by Harrison Interiors, Citizen Snack bar by KENNON, The Camden Hotel by SJB, Shelter Box by Esoteriko Interior Architecture, The Luxe Mall Amenities, Chadstone- The Fashion Capital by Studio Tate, and Vamp by Lisa McGuigan Wines by EJE Architecture.
Commercial Interior – Workplace and Retail Finalists
Armitage Jones by Bergman &Co., Kristin Fisher Eyebrows by Esoteriko Interior Architecture, Manteau Noir by Carole Whiting Interiors and Design, SJB Studio Sydney by SJB, Melbourne Central Revitalisation by Kosloff Architecture, Energy & Water Ombudsman Victoria by WMK Architecture, Sydney Knowledge Hub by Cox Architecture, NAR Office and Showroom by Fowler and Ward, Vish by RCG, LOL Space by Ladies of Leisure, Coco and Lola by LAHAUS, Il Bosco Artedomus by The Stella Collective, Law Institute Victoria by Gray Puksand, Mill Film by Studio Nine Architects, Adam Kane Architects Office by Adam Kane Architects, EST Lighting by Christopher Elliott Design, BHP Adelaide by Woods Bagot, Francesca Jewellery by Colab Design Studio, Workhouse: Where Colours Are Simply Indispensable by Terence Yong Architecture, RMIT University- School of Global, Urban and Social Studies by Spowers Architects, and Perth Zoo Lion Exhibit Upgrade by Iredale Pedersen Hook Architects.
Student (Years 1 – 6) Finalists
Dream Lab Food Incubator by Tia Heard | Sydney Design School, Two Face Three Space by Karen Tsui | University of Melbourne, The Alcove by Jade Crowther | Sydney Design School, “Grow Your Own” Cafe Pavillion by Chelsea Ernst | Sydney Design School, Queen Victoria Pavillion by Michael Ren | University of Melbourne, Petal Apartment by Jasmine O’Loughlin | The University of New South Wales, Fold by Rachel Liang | University of Sydney, Ascend by Louise Mackay | Sydney Design School, Hump House by Ying Ho Shiu (Hiro) | RMIT University, UNSW Faculty of Built Environment- Workplace Proposal by Kaitlin Gordon | University of New South Wales, and Common Ground by Jennifer Low | Auckland University of Technology.
