Media release: Judges revealed

B.E Architecture is an award-winning, multidisciplinary architecture and design firm where Andrew, one of its three directors, has played an integral role in its success for the past 20 years. Andrew is highly involved in the design process at the firm, working collaboratively with clients from briefing through to developing design schemes and overseeing the construction process. His broad knowledge of materiality, furnishings, fabrication and construction methodologies see him take a holistic approach to both project management and team leadership.

Brahman approaches interior design as a pursuit in experiential beauty, connecting with his client’s identities and harnesses design as an act of storytelling. He applies an artistic lens to carefully compose natural textures, rich colour pairings and sculptural gestures to produce balanced and compelling interiors. With boundless creative energy and an entrepreneurial spirit, establishing a solo interior design studio in 2020 was a natural progression for Brahman. Brahman has since developed a portfolio of nearly 20 projects across residential, workplace and hospitality, and retail, each expressing his layered and personal approach to interiors.

Byron’s experience spans from small object design to large-scale architecture across several continents, ranging from multi-billion dollar housing developments to extensive heritage projects. In 2008, he won the National Interior Design Award for Emerging Practice, and in 2010 he merged his business with Ryan Russell, creating Russell & George. Byron has designed local and international atmospheres for the likes of Melbourne Central, Medibank, Suria KLCC, and more recently, Burwood Brickworks. With a philosophy encompassing a mix of curiosity, energy, and a fundamental belief in the ability of good design to change a person’s day for the better, Byron provides a wholly unique approach to architecture and design.

Snøhetta is an internationally renowned integrated architecture and design firm where Lisa leads the interior design team across Australia and New Zealand. The practice approaches design with the idea that creativity is not always the sole domain of the architect or designer, but a product of the process of collaboration. Lisa’s work is underpinned by this same integrated approach to design, and a focus on detail. A personal source of inspiration for her design creativity and innovation is gathered through varied sources, such as travel, creating music and connecting with artists and makers. She also contributes to a wider design discourse through her involvement with the Australian Institute of Architects and Design Institute of Australia awards and academic programs.

Known for approaching design with a sense of curiosity, Sarah is an interior designer who aims to create powerful spaces that seek out originality, while staying true to their own personal story. With a passion for implementing colour as a tool to define, evoke and elevate environments, Sarah’s work can be found in Sydney, London, Hong Kong and Auckland, mainly in high-end retail and hospitality design, as well as larger commercial developments. Her portfolio includes Westfield Newmarket shopping centre, Dior Macau and Sydney, LVMH head office in Sydney and a range of projects throughout Asia Pacific including DFS T Gallia developments in Siem Reap, Cambodia, and Changi Airport, Singapore.