Entries open to Australia's richest craft and design prize

Australia's most prestigious biennial prize for innovation in craft and design, the Make Award presented by the Australian Design Centre, is now open for entries. This national competition celebrates Australian designer/makers across a wide range of disciplines, including ceramics, glass, furniture, woodwork, metalwork, textiles, fibre, and jewellery.

With a generous $35,000 cash prize for the winner and a $10,000 second prize, the Make Award stands as the richest non-acquisitive prize for craft and design in Australia. The award aims to recognize designer and makers who push boundaries and demonstrate exceptional skill, particularly those working with new materials or exploring innovative techniques.

Entries are open to Australian designer/makers who have created work within 18 months of the entry date. The competition encourages fresh and inventive approaches, with a focus on works that extend the maker's usual practice. Additionally, submitted works must not have been exhibited in any other exhibition context.

Entries to the awards close 5 May 2025. Winners will be announced in October 2025.

For further details on how to enter and eligibility requirements, visit the Make Award website.