Holdmark Innovation Award
The annual Holdmark Innovation Award recognises excellence and innovation in the built environment.

Supported by Holdmark, the Award is presented by Powerhouse during Sydney Design Week to a project that demonstrates excellence and innovation in architecture or engineering in the built environment. The award will spotlight one outstanding Australian-designed project completed between 1 January 2024 – 31 December 2024 that provides solutions to challenges experienced in Australia’s urban landscape. The winner will receive a $10,000 cash prize.
Holdmark Property Group, under the leadership of founder and chief executive Sarkis Nassif, has committed $10 million towards Powerhouse Parramatta. This remarkable investment supports Sydney Design Week, the establishment of the Holdmark Gallery, the Holdmark Innovation Award and an Urban Transformation Summer School with Western Sydney University.
KEY DATES
- Applications shortlisted July – August 2025
- Recipient announced Sydney Design Week 2025 opening event
Holdmark Innovation Award
An annual award recognising excellence and innovation in the built environment, receiving a $10,000 cash prize.

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