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Best Workplace Fitout or Design
This award recognises and publicly rewards excellence for a workplace fitout or design project with a minimum net lettable area of 2,000 square metres.
The workplace fitout or design project may include a single tenant workplace or flex and shared/co-working space.
Eligible entrants will be projects, developments or refurbishments that have been completed by 31 December 2023 (completed in the past 5 years) and have been operating for at least one year as at 31 December 2024 and have not previously won the award.
The award is open to members of the Property Council of Australia only. The nominator or owner of the project or development must be the member.
Nominations close 11:59pm 26 March 2025
Nominations are only accepted via the online portal
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2025 Finalists
Central House, The Commons Toorak - VIC
Nominated by Renascent Constructions (Victoria) Pty Ltd
Owned by The Deague Group
Renascent delivered a high-quality, innovative construction solution, bringing the clients vision to life. Our work on Central House and the Deague Group Office in Toorak showcases premium co-working and office spaces, blending meticulous craftsmanship, modern technology, and seamless project management — delivered on time, within budget, and exceeding expectations.
Deloitte, Quay Quarter Tower - NSW
Nominated by MPA
Owned by Deloitte
This fitout demonstrates how innovative placemaking and design leads people back to the office in a post-COVID world. Deloitte’s unique working environment embodies their dedication to investing in clients and people, delivering a dynamic, future-proofed space that enhances productivity, collaboration, and sustainability, setting a new benchmark for workplaces.
Endeavour Energy Offices at 8 Parramatta Square - NSW
Delivered by Built and nominated by Walker Corporation
Owned by Endeavour Energy
Endeavour Energy’s fitout at 8 Parramatta Square sets a new benchmark in sustainable and people-focused workplaces. A 6-Star Green Star Interiors rating, innovative Wintergarden and curated Indigenous-artwork set the space apart, prioritising
collaboration, wellbeing and flexibility to create lasting value for employees, the community and the environment.
JLL Sydney Head Quarters - NSW
Nominated and owned by JLL
JLL's Sydney HQ exemplifies the future of work, blending innovative design, cutting-edge technology, and sustainability. This 3,630sqm space fosters collaboration, wellbeing, and flexibility, showcasing JLL's expertise in creating workplaces that inspire and perform.
RMIT OurPlace - VIC
Nominated ARM Architecture
Owned by RMIT University
RMIT OurPlace unites 1,700 staff in a 10,720m² activity-based workplace. Organised into themed zones, the fitout embeds Indigenous storytelling, cultural diversity and student involvement—developed with then RMIT Elder-in-Residence Aunty Carolyn Briggs AM and Professor Mark McMillan—creating a future-focused, inclusive workplace.
Sydney Water Fitout - NSW
Nominated and owned by Lehr Consultants International (Australia) Pty Ltd
The Sydney Water Fitout exemplifies sustainability and innovation, featuring a nature-inspired design and eco-friendly solutions. It fosters inclusivity, connectivity, and adaptability, setting a new standard for future-ready, progressive workplaces.
Telstra Proof of Concept Project - NSW
Nominated and owned NGNU
NGNU transformed Telstra’s workplaces into vibrant, well-used environments through a "living laboratory" approach that prioritised sustainability and choice. Attendance quadrupled. The project achieved 40% Indigenous procurement and reused 95% of materials—proving the future of work can be shaped by purposeful design and smart reuse of existing assets.
Tyro Payments, Sydney Workplace - NSW
Nominated and owned GEYER VALMONT
A future-fit workplace for a neurodiverse workforce in which to think big, move fast, and be different. A carefully curated, open, and transparent environment across six floors that supports diversity and connection. Meeting our client’s value proposition, the space fosters inclusion, passion, determination and a “Wow, we work here” feeling.
Victorian Sports Hub & Collingwood Football Club - VIC
Nominated by Renascent Constructions (Victoria) Pty Ltd
Owned by Melbourne & Olympics Park Trust
Collingwood Football Club's $11M upgrade of the heritage-listed Holden Centre (Glasshouse) delivers a state-of-the-art 3,000m² facility combining sports and community needs. Highlights include new medical and wellness centers, player facilities, cultural spaces, and an upgraded visitor center. The project honors history while offering sports amenities.
2024 Winner
NSW Government Workplace Hub at 6 Parramatta Square (NSW)
- Nominated by Property & Development NSW
- Owned by Walker Corporation
The NSW Government Workplace Hub at 6 Parramatta Square exemplifies excellence in workplace design and sustainability, delivering on the NSW public service’s commitment to flexible working and the NSW Government as an employer of choice by providing high quality, inclusive work environments for its staff.
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2023 Winner
Queen & Collins (VIC)
- 376-390 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC
- Owned by The GPT Group
- Nominated by The GPT Group
The Mezzanine and Clubhouse at Queen & Collins operates in parallel to the needs of the modern workplace through a holistic approach. Celebrating all the whole precinct has to offer, the spaces contest long-held workplace conventions and integrate a 4 of 10 future-focused workplace with sustainability and social connection at its heart.
2024 Finalists
Arup Adelaide Workplace - SA
Nominated by Arup
Owned by Arup, Walter Brooke, Rider Levett Bucknall and Shape
The Arup Adelaide Office project was inspired by the Living Building Challenge – a globally recognised certification for regenerative and sustainable buildings. The workplace emphasises the extensive use of recycled materials and the use of renewable energy to achieve carbon-neutral status without compromising on high quality design.
BHP Melbourne 2022 - VIC
Nominated by BHP
Owned by BHP
BHP Melbourne is a brave, future forward workspace that celebrates BHP’s global assets, communities, and the diversity of our people. The workspace shows that BHP cares about our people and culture, focussing on engaging and enabling our people to have what they need to achieve great outcomes.
M&C Saatchi - NSW
Nominated by Woods Bagot
Owned by Mulpha Australia Limited
Woods Bagot have breathed new life into an historic asset, re-imagining the spirit of the building by liberating the past and restoring a positive view of the future. Welcome to M&C Saatchi Sydney, a workplace designed for storytelling, collaboration, and ‘Brutal simplicity of thought’.
Space & Co Fitout -VIC
Nominated by Renascent Constructions Victoria
Owned by GPT RE Limited
Renascent were engaged by GPT to deliver the Design & Construction of a two-level flexible workspace fit out at Space & Co.’s new premium location, 550 Bourke Street Melbourne. The result? A thriving business hub, embodying Space & Co's vision of an adaptable co-working space.