26 March 2026
Your guide to 2026’s best architecture & design events in Australia
Architects and designers in Australia have a wide range of events occurring in 2026. From networking events, opportunities for learning and even some socialising, the calendar is shaping up to be a varied and interesting mix of events.
Australia’s architecture and design calendar is stronger than ever. From Sydney’s mega expos to Melbourne’s celebrated design week and intimate open house programs across multiple cities, 2026 offers world-class events for architects, interior designers, and design enthusiasts. Here are seven you should have in your calendar.
Sydney Build Expo
Australia’s largest construction and design expo, with 700+ exhibitors, 750+ speakers across 16 CPD-accredited stages, and 28,000+ attendees. Covering AI in construction, sustainability, housing futures and digital construction.
Melbourne Design Week
Australia’s largest design festival celebrates its landmark tenth edition with 400+ events across 11 days. Featuring international keynotes from Japanese industrial designer Shunji Yamanaka and US architect Tom Kundig, covering architecture, interior and product design.
Australian Interior Design Awards
The premier industry-backed interior design awards in Australia, run by the Design Institute of Australia and Architecture Media since 2004. Winners across Retail, Hospitality, Workplace, Residential and Public Design are revealed at a prestigious gala dinner.
Open House Melbourne
Rare public access to Melbourne’s most significant architectural buildings and hidden spaces. The 2026 theme “Generous City” explores how design and architecture can foster openness and community. Programme launches 24 June.
Perth Design Week
Perth’s growing design festival brings together architects, designers and creatives for a week of exhibitions, talks, studio tours and the popular Design Soapbox series. A highlight of Western Australia’s cultural calendar and a showcase for the region’s emerging design scene.
Victorian Architecture Awards
The Australian Institute of Architects’ Victorian chapter celebrates the state’s finest architectural projects at a prestigious awards night. Recognised as a stepping stone to the national awards, it showcases excellence across residential, commercial, public and heritage categories.
Biennale of Sydney: Rememory
One of the world’s most prestigious contemporary art exhibitions, now in its 24th edition. Featuring works by international and Australian artists across multiple iconic Sydney venues, exploring themes of memory, place and identity through immersive installations and large-scale works.
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