Held every three years, this unique awards programme celebrates women in the field of architecture across just three categories: Leadership, Diversity and Excellence. Finalists are recognised for their careers and their contributions to the profession, rather than for single buildings or works on paper.
The Wirihana Leadership Award recognises those in their second decade beyond graduation–;neither a graduate award nor a mid-career award but, rather, one aimed at the career stage between the two. It aims to “maintain the presence of emerging leaders in the profession’s eye”. Finalists were Charlotte Hoare, Haley Hooper, Sally Ogle, Kelly O’Sullivan and Raukura Turei. The winner, Raukura Turei, was described by the jury as an extraordinary practitioner, whose work is characterised by two distinct pursuits–;architectural practice and fine art–;both of which she excels in. “This…
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Architecture NZ (Digital) - 1 Issue, November-December 2023