DMN Annual Celebration + Building Design Awards

2026 DMN Annual Celebration + Building Design Awards

Celebrate in Western Australia at one of the state’s most iconic venues, Optus Stadium.

Join us for the 2026 DMN Building Design Awards — WC, an elevated evening bringing together designers, industry leaders and guests for a night of connection, recognition and celebration across the West Coast’s building design community. Set against sweeping views of the Swan River and Perth skyline, this is a standout celebration of the people and projects shaping excellence in building design across the West Coast.

Expect great food, flowing drinks and a vibrant atmosphere as we celebrate the year’s achievements. From the moment you arrive, the entertainment begins, with a spectacular LED performer setting the tone, a roaming magician adding a little unexpected fun, and Ross Wallman from Nova 93.7 bringing his energy and personality to the stage.

Be welcomed with live acoustic music from an award-winning duo as you arrive, setting the tone for an evening of celebration, connection and great company. Then, as the awards wrap up, the celebrations continue with a DJ and saxophone performance, giving everyone the chance to relax, let loose and enjoy the night.

It’s more than an awards night - it’s a chance to celebrate the year, connect with the West Coast’s building design community and enjoy an unforgettable night. Don’t miss out.

Date: Friday 16 October 2026

Start: Pre-dinner drinks and entertainment from 6.00 pm. Event concludes at 10:00 pm.

Location: Optus Stadium (Goodwood Room, Gate D) - 333 Victoria Park Drive, Burswood, WA 6100

What's Included

• Arrival drinks on entry

• 4-hour premium canapés service

• Unlimited drinks

• Building Design Awards presentations throughout the evening

• Live entertainment

• Networking with WC’s building design community
  

Whether you're booking an individual ticket, joining friends and colleagues, this is the perfect way to close out the year and celebrate together.



Event Style

This is a relaxed, elevated celebration with a focus on connection, awards and entertainment. Guests will enjoy a roaming format with no allocated seating, designed to keep the energy flowing across the night.


Awards Presentation

Winners will be announced throughout the evening as we celebrate excellence across Western Australia’s building design sector, recognising both emerging and established talent.

Tickets are expected to be in high demand. Early booking is recommended.


Dress Code: Cocktail attire

Date: Friday 16 October 2026

Time: Pre-dinner drinks from 6.00 pm. Concludes 10:00pm.

Venue: Optus Stadium (Goodwood Restaurant, Gate D), 333 Victoria Park Drive, Burswood WA 6100

Dress Code: Cocktail attire

What's Included

• Arrival drinks on entry

• 4-hour premium canapés service

• Unlimited drinks

• Building Design Awards presentations throughout the evening

• Live entertainment

• Networking with WA’s building design community

• All tickets cover entry, canapes and unlimited drinks

• Group bookings are available if you would like to bring the team! Get in contact to secure your group pricing.

Optus Stadium is one of Australia’s most impressive multi-purpose venues and a landmark destination in Western Australia. Set on the banks of the Swan River in Burswood, it’s known for its bold architecture, world-class facilities and panoramic views back toward the Perth city skyline.

Purpose-built for major sporting and entertainment events, the stadium combines scale with premium hospitality, offering expansive event spaces, smooth guest flow and a striking riverside setting that makes for a standout awards night backdrop.

Just minutes from the Perth CBD, Optus Stadium feels like a destination venue while still being highly accessible for guests travelling from across the city.

The Goodwood Restaurant is located on Level 1, Northwest and entry is from Gate D. Please take the stairs or elevator up to Level 1.

Getting There

Optus Stadium is located at 333 Victoria Park Drive, Burswood, WA 6100.

• Public transport:
  The venue is well serviced by Transperth services, with frequent trains running to Perth Stadium Station and Burswood Station, both within easy walking distance of the stadium. Additional bus services operate to the precinct on major event nights.

• Parking:
  Paid parking is available within the Optus Stadium precinct, however spaces are limited and often sell out for major events. Additional paid parking can be found in surrounding Burswood and East Perth areas. Guests are encouraged to pre-book parking where possible or use public transport due to high demand on event nights.

Please provide any dietary requirements when completing your booking so the venue can do their best to accommodate them. The kitchen will make every effort to cater for a wide range of dietary needs.

In the event a specific requirement cannot be accommodated, a member of the team will contact you directly prior to the event to discuss alternatives.

Cocktail attire

Think elevated, refined and event-ready.

For this awards night, we encourage guests to dress with intention.

Aim for your best version of “night out done properly” — sharp, stylish and ready for a standout industry event.

This is the night the WA building design community comes together properly.

The DMN Annual Celebration + Building Design Awards isn’t just an awards presentation, it’s the one moment in the year where the industry steps away from deadlines and sites to recognise the work, the people and the ideas pushing the profession forward.

It’s a chance to celebrate your own wins, see what others are doing at a high level, and connect with peers, collaborators and future clients in a setting designed for conversation and momentum.

If you’re involved in building design in Western Australia, this is the room you want to be in.

Questions? Contact the Design Matters National Awards Team at awards@designmatters.org.au