
A Night to Celebrate Excellence in Building Design
Saturday 1 November | Minyama Ballroom | Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
The National Awards Gala Dinner is the premier social and celebratory event of the Festival of Design. This black-tie evening brings together Australia’s leading building designers, architects, energy assessors, consultants, and industry supporters to honour the year’s most outstanding design achievements.
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From the moment guests arrive on the red carpet, the atmosphere is one of sophistication and celebration. Enjoy pre-dinner drinks, a three-course meal, and live entertainment, followed by the formal awards presentation – spotlighting the most innovative, sustainable and inspiring work across our profession.
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This is more than an awards night. It is a chance to reflect on the progress of our industry, recognise excellence, and celebrate together as a national community.

Event Details
​Venue: Minyama Ballroom, Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
Date: Saturday 1 November
Time: 6:30 pm – Midnight
Dress Code: Black Tie
Dinner: Three-course dinner with drinks
Entertainment: Live music and post-ceremony celebrations
Your Host for the Evening: Jamie Durie
We are delighted to welcome back designer, author and television personality Jamie Durie as our official host. With a career spanning interiors, landscaping and architecture, Jamie brings both design credibility and dynamic energy to the stage, ensuring the evening is as stylish as it is entertaining.

Check Out Last Year’s Highlights
Take a look at some of the standout moments and winning projects from last year’s National Design Awards Gala. A night full of inspiration, recognition and celebration.
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