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2013 City of Adelaide prize nominations now open!

Adelaide-Folding-Rundle-2012_1Do you know someone who has recently completed a built project that is unique to public space and has helped increased activation or vibrancy of the city, or one that is truly innovative? If the answer is yes, why not nominate it for the 2012 City of Adelaide Prize.

Run by the Australian Institute of Architects (AIA) as part of the SA Architecture Awards, the City of Adelaide Prize nominations are open to a mix of developments, in recognition of projects that do more than demonstrate good design by supporting projects that enliven the public realm and engage the community.

“Last year Council broadened the scope of the Adelaide Prize, and it really paid off,” said Lord Mayor Stephen Yarwood.

“Folding Rundle, a joint project between architects Sean Humphries from the Alternative Design Studio and Sasha Radjenovich, was the winner for a unique sculptural structure which has become a distinctive feature in Rundle Street (see picture).

“We know there are many constructions that meet the criteria so this year we want to see even more nominations,” he said.

“The prize is a good way to recognise some of the quality design and construction projects across the city in recent years, and we know there are many fantastic examples that fit the selection criteria.”

Nominations are open to everyone including work undertaken by government providing the project is physically located within the City of Adelaide and has been substantially completed within the last two years.

Entries are open until Monday 25 February and whilst nominations can be submitted by any person or group, the client and the principal designer/consultant must agree in writing to the nomination being submitted.

This prize was established by the Adelaide City Council in 1997 and has gained a prestigious reputation over the past 15 years.

“To win the Prize last year was a real buzz. There’s no doubt the award helps build our reputation as innovative architectural designers especially in the public realm,” said Sean Humphries, Architect.

Other previous winners include Pulteney Grammar School (2003), Queen Street Theatre (1999), and Adelaide Botanic Garden Palm House which won the inaugural prize in 1997.

Again this year there will be a people’s choice element where members of the public vote on their favourite entry, while the prize will continue to be judged and awarded by a jury

Winners will be announced on Friday 14 June at the Australian Institute of Architects Awards Presentation held at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.

For further information or to submit nominations go to: http://www.adelaidecitycouncil.com/cityofadelaideprize/

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