2022 Dulux Colour Awards winners announced

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The 2022 Dulux Colour Awards Grand Prix New Zealand winner: Eden View House by Pac Studio. The project was also commended in the Residential Interior Category. Colours used: Dulux Cape Kidnappers and Coyote.

The 2022 Dulux Colour Awards Grand Prix New Zealand winner: Eden View House by Pac Studio. The project was also commended in the Residential Interior Category. Colours used: Dulux Cape Kidnappers and Coyote. Image: David Straight

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Pac Studio's Eden View House kitchen.

Pac Studio’s Eden View House kitchen. Image: David Straight

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Pac Studio's Eden View House kitchen.

Pac Studio’s Eden View House kitchen. Image: David Straight

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Pac Studio's Eden View House bathroom.

Pac Studio’s Eden View House bathroom. Image: David Straight

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Pac Studio's Eden View House bathroom.

Pac Studio’s Eden View House bathroom. Image: David Straight

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The Grand Prix Australia winner, Monash Robotics Lab by Studio Bright.

The Grand Prix Australia winner, Monash Robotics Lab by Studio Bright. Image: Rory Gardiner

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The Grand Prix Australia winner, Monash Robotics Lab by Studio Bright.

The Grand Prix Australia winner, Monash Robotics Lab by Studio Bright. Image: Rory Gardiner

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Commercial Interior: Workplace and Retail winner, LUX/FX Lighting showroom by IF Architecture.

Commercial Interior: Workplace and Retail winner, LUX/FX Lighting showroom by IF Architecture. Image: Sharyn Cairns

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Commercial Interior: Workplace and Retail commendation, Money Bar by Chris Connell Design.

Commercial Interior: Workplace and Retail commendation, Money Bar by Chris Connell Design. Image: Benjamin Hosking

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Commercial Interior: Public and Hospitality winner, Monash Robotics Lab by Studio Bright.

Commercial Interior: Public and Hospitality winner, Monash Robotics Lab by Studio Bright. Image: Rory Gardiner

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Commercial Interior: Public and Hospitality commendation, Di Stasio Carlton by Hassell.

Commercial Interior: Public and Hospitality commendation, Di Stasio Carlton by Hassell. Image: Peter Bennetts

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Commercial Interior: Public and Hospitality commendation, Reading Space, The Common Room by Nicola Cortese, Stephanie Pahnis and Lauren Crockett.

Commercial Interior: Public and Hospitality commendation, Reading Space, The Common Room by Nicola Cortese, Stephanie Pahnis and Lauren Crockett. Image: Lauren Crockett

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Residential Interior winner: Erskineville House by Lachlan Seegers Architect.

Residential Interior winner: Erskineville House by Lachlan Seegers Architect. Image: Rory Gardiner

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Residential Interior commendation: Eden View House by Pac Studio.

Residential Interior commendation: Eden View House by Pac Studio. Image: David Straight

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Residential Interior commendation: Autumn House by Studio Bright.

Residential Interior commendation: Autumn House by Studio Bright. Image: Rory Gardiner

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Single Residential Exterior winner: House K by Kart Projects.

Single Residential Exterior winner: House K by Kart Projects. Image: Rory Gardiner

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Single Residential Exterior commendation: Autumn House by Studio Bright.

Single Residential Exterior commendation: Autumn House by Studio Bright. Image: Rory Gardiner

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Commercial and Multi-Residential Exterior winner: Cannon  Hill Anglican College D Block by Red Dog Architects.

Commercial and Multi-Residential Exterior winner: Cannon Hill Anglican College D Block by Red Dog Architects. Image: Supplied

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Commercial and Multi-Residential Exterior commendation: Hughes Street Car park by Collins & Turner.

Commercial and Multi-Residential Exterior commendation: Hughes Street Car park by Collins & Turner. Image: Supplied

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Commercial and Multi-Residential Exterior commendation: Kids Bridge (Koolangka Bridge) by Fratelle and Beam.

Commercial and Multi-Residential Exterior commendation: Kids Bridge (Koolangka Bridge) by Fratelle and Beam. Image: Supplied

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Student (Year 1-6) winner: The Unspoken by Evelyn Wijaya (UNSW).

Student (Year 1-6) winner: The Unspoken by Evelyn Wijaya (UNSW). Image: Supplied

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Student (Year 1-6) commendation: Resuscitate by Krintel Krit (UNSW).

Student (Year 1-6) commendation: Resuscitate by Krintel Krit (UNSW). Image: Supplied

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Thirteen exceptional projects demonstrating ambitious and innovative use of colour in the built environment have been awarded at this year’s 2022 Dulux Colour Awards. Amongst them, Pac Studio, whose Eden View House took out the Grand Prix New Zealand.

Dulux Colour Specialist Davina Harper said not only did this year’s programme see some remarkably creative, original projects but it also saw colour strategies that challenged stereotypes, with ambitious programmes and unparalleled impact, across a range of building typologies.

The judging panel agreed that, irrespective of scale, scope or programme, in residential, urban or educational contexts, a number of exceptional projects transcended their stereotypes through the highly considered specification of colour.

The judges made special mention of a strong suite of small-scale projects from New Zealand, particularly in the Residential Interior Category. “Eden View, Heron House, Casper’s House and Kimiora Apartment all demonstrated strong colour use, with unexpected combinations and applications revealing a level of experimentation that only succeeds with creative conviction,” says judge Adam Pustola. “The impact of these interventions surprised and impressed.”

The New Zealand Grand Prix winner and recipient of a Commendation in the Residential Interior Category, Eden View by Pac Studio, celebrates the richness of everyday life. “Despite the project’s modest scope, the result is transformative and highly effective – a credit to the architects’ vision and resolve,” said the judges.

The Australian Grand Prix winner and recipient of the Commercial Interior – Public and Hospitality Award, the Monash Robotics Lab by Studio Bright, epitomises this. “Eschewing the clinical, sterile palette typically associated with science facilities, this lab is warm and inviting thanks to a play of earthy tones, colour pops and calming greens,” said the judges.

Even a financial institution, with its anti-establishment use of colour, turned tradition on its head to convey a message of warmth, transparency and trust.

Another emerging theme this year was the integration of landscape as a consideration in the architectural response. “We saw natural features inform the palettes of a range of projects, some drawing upon seasonal colours, others creating backdrops for the play of sunlight and shade,” said the judges.

This year’s judging panel comprised: Adriana Hanna, Director of Architecture at Kennedy Nolan; Cushla McFadden, Director at Tom Mark Henry; Olivia Macfarlane, Director at UNDERCURRENT NZ; Adam Pustola, Principal at Lyons Architecture; and David Welsh, Principal at Welsh+Major.

“Overall, there is a resounding level of ambition and conviction in the implementation of colour in conceptual and finished work,” the judges said.

Harper says: “This year it was exciting to see the clever use of colour and unexpected colour combinations bringing these projects to life. We had some extremely strong New Zealand entries that demonstrates just how far we’ve come in terms of using bold colour choices to enhance a project.”


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