2026 Auckland Architecture Awards shortlist

The 2026 Auckland Architecture Awards shortlist has been revealed, with 64 projects named across eleven categories. The shortlisted projects were selected from entries in the awards program of the Auckland Branch of Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects.

Te Tumu New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC) – by Warren and Mahoney, Woods Bagot and Moller Architects in association – has been shortlisted for the Interior Architecture and Public Architecture categories in the Auckland Architecture Awards.

With interior architecture and convention centre expertise delivered by Woods Bagot, the scheme incorporates blackened steel and silver beech hardwood, contrasting light and dark to echo the dramatic natural beauty of the New Zealand landscape. The highly adaptable design supports long-term resilience and allows the interior spaces to flex in response to changing needs.

The shortlist was compiled by a jury led by Rachael Rush of Klein Architects and rounded out by Nicholas Dalton (TOA Architects), Kelly O’Sullivan (SGA Architects) and Brian White (Edwards White Architects). The winners will be announced on Thursday 18 June.

 View the full shortlist.

2026 Property Industry Awards finalist

Awards for the Warren and Mahoney Civic, Health and Arts Property Award prize. This category celebrates architectural projects including courthouses, cathedrals, churches, police stations, libraries, art galleries and medical facilities.

The Property Council awards welcome 133 finalists across the awards program, with judging already underway. Winners will be announced in Te Tumu, New Zealand International Convention Centre, in June 2026 for the 36th annual Property Council New Zealand Rider Levett Bucknall Property Industry Awards.

View the full list of finalists.

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