Dulux Colour Awards
Colour Excellence
Now in its 35th year, we’re proud to support, recognise and reward the innovative uses of colour in the design and architectural community.
Residential Interior
The interior paint finishes of any building used as a private residence, including single and multi-residential projects. $1000 (AUD) prize
Commercial Interior – Workplace and Retail
The interior paint finishes of any commercial or industrial building such as offices, studios, factories, retail outlets, pop-up retail and shopping centres. $1000 (AUD) prize.
Commercial Interior – Public and Hospitality
The interior paint finishes of commercial or industrial buildings such as education or healthcare facilities, community or fitness centres, museums, theatres, places of worship, cafes, restaurants, one-off installations, events, hotels and accommodation. $1000 (AUD) prize.
Commercial and Multi-Residential Exterior
The exterior paint finishes of any commercial, industrial, education facility or multi-residential apartment building. $1000 (AUD) prize.
Single Residential Exterior
The exterior paint finishes of any building used as a single private residence. $1000 (AUD) prize.
Student (Years 1 – 6)
Paint specification by architecture or interior design students who are currently attending or have just completed, within the past 12 months, a course at a recognised University or College. $500 (AUD) prize.
Grand Prix
Australian and New Zealand projects which have won in their individual categories are eligible for the Australian Grand Prix or New Zealand Grand Prix. $5000 (AUD) prize or $5000 (NZD) prize, respectively. Student projects are ineligible for the Grand Prix award.
Key Dates 2021
3 March 2021
Entries Open – 3rd March. You’ll need to complete the entry form. This includes a project description highlighting how Dulux colour has been used to enhance the space. We recommend using high-quality digital images.
17 March 2021
Judges announced – 17th March. Our panel of industry judges for 2021 will be announced.
24 May 2021
Submissions close – 24th May. This will be your last chance to enter the Dulux Colour Awards. Entries close at 23:59 PM AEST.
23 June 2021
Finalists announced – 23rd June. You’ll be notified by email whether or not your project has been shortlisted.
Colour Awards 2021 Entries Closed
Many thanks to those who took the time to enter the 35th Dulux Colour Awards. The entries are now closed. Be sure to check back to see all of our finalists and winners as they are announced.
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2021 entries