

Entries are now open for the Tapestry Design Prize 2025! The site for the 2025 Tapestry Design Prize design challenge is the iconic Boyd House II/Walsh Street, designed by Robin Boyd for his family in 1957. Applicants will have the opportunity to create designs for five distinct spaces within the house. The five finalist designs will be woven into tapestry and exhibited at Walsh Street in November 2025.
KEY DATES:
Entries Open: Monday 7 April 2025
Entries Close: Monday 19 May 2025, midnight AEST
Finalists announced: July 2025
Winner announced: Thursday 13 November 2025, 6pm at Boyd House II/Walsh Street
PRIZES:
First Prize: $5,000
People’s choice: $1,000
All five finalists receive a $1,000 artist fee
WHO CAN APPLY: We welcome applications from architects, and interior designers, either as individuals or as part of a team. Artists are also encouraged to apply when collaborating with one of the above professionals. This opportunity is open to those who live and work in Australia.
PARTNERS: Metal Manufacturers Limited, Robin Boyd Foundation, Nexus Designs, Architecture Media and Envelope Group.