Proudly supporting industry excellence – Property Council of Australia Rider Levett Bucknall Innovation & Excellence Awards.
For more than forty years, Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB) has stood alongside the Property Council of Australia to celebrate projects and people shaping our built environment. These awards are not only about technical achievement; they highlight the vision, commitment and integrity that transform ideas into meaningful places.
This year, we are proud once again to present the Rider Levett Bucknall Award for Best Public Art Project, recognising the transformative role of creativity in shaping spaces where people can gather, reflect and connect. Public art enriches lives, sparks conversation and helps create cities that are vibrant, welcoming and diverse.
Where people make progress
These awards honour more than design excellence or technical prowess. They champion the people and teams whose vision, commitment and integrity turn bold ideas into meaningful places.
At RLB, we realise progress by bringing together the right expertise, supporting our clients to achieve their vision and delivering projects that create lasting value for communities and future generations.
Our values – Truth, Trust, Together, Tomorrow – underpin everything we do. We speak the truth, act with care, build long-term relationships and embrace our responsibility to create spaces that are inclusive, resilient and future-ready. This year’s finalists embody these values in action: showcasing the power of collaboration, the courage to innovate and a shared vision for places that meet today’s needs while anticipating tomorrow’s challenges.
Recognising excellence in 2025
We are proud to have directly supported many of the projects recognised in 2025, including:
- One The Esplanade – Brookfield Properties
Award for Development Innovation / Award for Best Office Development - Wesley Place – Charter Hall
Award for Best Heritage and Adaptive Reuse Development - Tulmur Place – Nicholas Street Precinct – Ipswich City Council
Award for Best Public Building or Social Infrastructure - Iglu Mascot – Iglu
Award for Best Purpose Built Student Accommodation Development - 443 Queen Street – Cbus Property
Award for Best Sustainable Development – Residential - Scientia Terrace – Monte Sant’ Angelo College
People’s Choice Award
We also congratulate the RLB Australian Development of the Year winner, Upper House by Aria Property Group.
This 32-storey landmark in South Brisbane redefines high-density living through sculptural architecture, sustainability leadership and community connection. Featuring Australia’s first double-storey rooftop club and Queensland’s first 5-Star Green Star As-Built residential certification, Upper House blends luxury with environmental responsibility – revitalising the Fish Lane precinct and setting a new benchmark for residential excellence.
To all the 2025 winners and finalists, congratulations. Your projects inspire us and your contributions elevate the entire industry.
View the full list of National Award Winners
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