

Professional Category
Shaping Real-World Architecture
The Professional Category celebrates the work of practising architects, firms, and industry professionals who push the boundaries of steel architecture.
This category invites submissions of completed projects that demonstrate design excellence, innovation, sustainability, and thoughtful application of BlueScope coated steel materials in creating resilient and timeless built environment.
Bring your work into the spotlight, gain industry recognition, and inspire the future of Malaysian architecture through steel.

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Categories

Industrial
Factories, manufacturing plants, warehouses, logistics facilities, data centres

Commercial
Shopping malls, shop lots & mixed-use commercial blocks, auditoriums, hospitality

Residential
Landed houses, condominiums, apartments, studio apartments & vertical housings, serviced apartments

Institutional, Public & Others
Educational institutions, healthcare facilities, transportation hubs, convention centres, religious buildings, airports and hangars, terminals and stations, sports complexes

Lasting Beauty of COLORBOND® Steel
Special recognition for historical buildings showcasing COLORBOND® steel’s durability and aesthetics.
Judging Criteria

Design Concept & Architectural Intent
Clarity and strength of the overall architectural vision, including spatial quality, proportion, and design expression.

Community & Humanity
Positive impact on building users, neighbourhood, and public realm.
Sensitivity to social, cultural, and contextual conditions.

Innovation
Creative and meaningful use of BlueScope coated steel in architecture.
Innovation in material application, detailing, and performance.
Contribution of coated steel to identity, functionality, and constructability.

Sustainability
Evidence of energy efficiency, passive design, and environmental strategy.
Responsible use of materials, durability, and lifecycle performance.
Reduction of waste, carbon, and resource consumption.
THE PRIZES



Malaysia
Bespoke design award trophy
Commemorative award certificate
Attractive prizes
Exclusive invitation to compete at the ASEAN level*
Recognition & publicity for finalists’ project across national media
*For gold awards winner only.
*Exclude the Lasting Beauty of COLORBOND® Steel category.
ASEAN
Bespoke design award trophy
Commemorative award certificate
Attractive prizes
Learning & sharing trip to BlueScope Australia*
Recognition & publicity for finalists’ project across ASEAN media
*For awards winner only.
Ready to share your design story?
Submit your inspirational project today and redefine the possibilities of coated steel.