A project of profound national significance, delivered with extraordinary care and capability.
Judges recognised this redevelopment as a major contemporary heritage project, requiring excellence across every discipline and at a remarkable scale.
The seamless integration of modern construction, such as the use of super T beams. Alongside deeply sensitive heritage considerations, such as sourcing sandstone cladding from the same quarry as the original building, is a defining achievement.
Every detail—from structural execution through to finishes—demonstrates precision, respect and technical mastery. The project not only preserves the legacy of the Australian War Memorial but also elevates it for future generations through innovation and world-class delivery.
This is construction at its most meaningful and impactful, setting a benchmark for complex civic works across the country.
Congratulations to Lendlease Construction, recipient of the 2026 Project of the Year.
