About

The MAKE Award: Biennial Prize for Innovation in Australian Craft and Design is a major national craft and design innovation award initiated by Australian Design Centre.

Australian Design Centre extends its support for the contemporary craft and design community by championing this national award made possible by a generous private donation.

The inaugural MAKE Award in 2023 was won by Vipoo Srivilasa with Jessica Murtagh in second place and a high commendation for Liz Williamson.

The aim of the MAKE Award is to acknowledge the richness and diversity of creative talent in craft and design practice in Australia.

The MAKE Award is unique in Australia but is inspired by international award programs such as the Burke Prize, offered by the Museum of Arts and Design in New York, and the LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize.

Brand design for the MAKE Award is by Stephen Goddard.

For enquires: hello@australiandesigncentre.com

About Australian Design Centre

Australian Design Centre is a highly agile and adaptable organisation that has taken a leadership role in the contemporary craft and design sector since it first opened in 1964. ADC continues to act as a bridge between different communities in design, constantly evolving to keep at the leading edge of innovation and provides an interface between the design world and audiences.

ADC has strong connections to designers, makers and craftspeople representing and showcasing their work across a range of platforms including exhibitions, events, learning resources, tours, digital content production, publications and market development.