The Australian Institute of Architects has announced the 30 emerging architects shortlisted for their 2026 Dulux Study Tour.
Now in its 18th year, the annual coveted prize offers five Institute members a 10-day international experience visiting globally recognised practices and projects, providing them with an opportunity to learn directly from leaders shaping contemporary architecture.
Entrants are judged on their contributions to architectural practice, education, design excellence and community involvement. From the 30-strong shortlist, five winners will be selected to participate in the tour, with each shaping aspects, including key site visits and studio engagements, of the tour itinerary.
CEO of the Australian Institute of Architects Cameron Bruhn said,"The Dulux Study Tour remains one of the most significant commitments we make to supporting the next generation of Australian architects. This year's shortlist showcases the depth of talent, ambition and design excellence within our emerging cohort."
"The tour is more than a prize; it is an investment in people who will lead our profession into the future, and we are proud to partner with Dulux on this enduring and impactful program," he noted.
Commercial partnerships and program manager at Dulux Maridza Riccioni congratulated the shortlisted entrants, commenting, "Dulux is proud to continue this long-standing program, which plays an important role in nurturing the careers of emerging architects across Australia. The study tour offers an unparalleled opportunity for participants to broaden their perspectives, connect with global practice and return home with insights that strengthen the local profession."
On the shortlist are:
Gabriella Avenia King - Hassell
Mark Brook - My My My Architecture
Francesca Carr - Billard Leece Partnership
Andrew Clements - Jackson Clements Burrows
Cameron Deynzer - Architect George
Hope Dryden - Architectus
Amy Fitzpatrick - Clarke Hopkins Clarke
Jack Gillmer-Lilley - SJB Architects
Dillon Gorton - Troppo Architects
Mitchell Gow - City of Melbourne
Elise Honeyman - Abask Studio
Gottlieb (Liehan) Janse van Rensburg - Punch Design
Kerry Kounnapis - Kerry Kounnapis Architecture Practice
Andrew Le - Sodo Sopa
Rachel Licht - Licht Architecture
Bradley Mitchell - Nuud Studio
Aiden Morris - Choi Studio
Michi Moses (née Playford) - Designful
Sharaan Muruvan - Cox
Agatha Partyka - Liminal Studio
Eleanor Peres - Sibling Architecture
Jasmine Placentino - Parabolica
Anne-Marie Randall - FJC Studio
Ilana Razbash - Studio Razbash
Stefanie Richards - Stefanie Richards Architects
Callum Senjov - Architectus
Leo Showell - Kerstin Thompson Architects and Studio Leo Showell
Yolande Vorster - Vorster Architecture
Alexandra Whelan - Breathe Architecture
Sean Wong - Wardle
The five winners of the 2025 Dulux Study Tour will be announced in 2026.
