Leading the way in consideration of County, environmental sustainability, and building design
Yitpi Yartapuultiku is continually recognised for excellence in its design, approach and delivery.
Recent award conferrals and commenations are deatailed below.
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Department for Environment and Water 2026 SA Climate Leaders Award | Efforts to address climate change through integratinh cultural knowledge, community aspirations, climate resilience and Connection to Country from design through to operation. The cultural centre is rated as 6-star certified Green Star building demonstrating world leadership in sustainable design. The all-electric building features passive design, water and energy efficiency measures, high indoor environmental quality, a 75 kW solar PV system and 50 kWh battery storage. Extensive landscaping, tree planting, shade and permeable surfaces help create cooler outdoor spaces and reduce heat impacts. The building is embedded within a culturally significant landscape, including the Living Shoreline, trails, cultural spaces and nature play areas. Winning this award showcases PAE as a leader alongside our fellow nominees and winners whose vision, dedication and collaboration are creating a more sustainable future for generations to come. |
SA Architecture Medal - SA Architecture Awards 2026 | Yitpi Yartapuultiku was described as “a standout project of masterful execution” with recognition for the projects collaboration, vision, boldness and deep listening and learning of Cultural Custodians. It was acknowledged as more than just an important architecturally designed building and landscape, recognising it's focus on the feel, and experience visitors have. |
LG Professionals SA | Receiving a commendation award in the Excellence in Infrastructure Delivery over $2M category. A great recognition of the impact delivered. |
SA Architecture Awards | Yitpi Yartpuultiku securefour major awards at this event, including the prestigious SA Architecture Medal. Yitpi Yartapuultiku was described as “a standout project of masterful execution” with recognition for the projects collaboration, vision, boldness and deep listening and learning of Cultural Custodians. It was acknowledged as more than just an important architecturally designed building and landscape, recognising it's focus on the feel, and experience visitors have. The project also received the Jack McConnell Award for Public Architecture, Derrick Kendrick Award for Sustainable Architecture, and Colorbond Awards for Steel Architecture. |
2026 Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA) SA Award | Yipi Yartapuultiku took out Awards of Excellence in the Cultural Heritage, Land Management and Parks and Open Space categories, with the jury stating that “Through a process of deep reciprocity with Kaurna people, Yitpi Yartapuultiku reveals how open spaces can emerge when Country is embraced as the primary designer.” |
Australian Institute of Architects 2026 National Architecture Awards | Yitpi Yartapuultiku received more awards than any other project recognised at the 2026 National Architecture Awards (a similar experience to the night at the SA Architecture Awards). The prestigious national honours were the:
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