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Four Projects Recognised
May 2026: This year's Urban Taskforce Development Excellence Awards finalists have been announced, with four CE projects on the list.
Ethos Chatswood complete
April 2026: CE unveils a new benchmark for luxury living on the North Shore
Now baking at Pienza
April 2026: Wholegreen Bakery opens the doors to its first North Shore store at Pienza Neutral Bay
Six-time finalist
April 2026: CE named a finalist in six categories at this year's Urban Developer Awards for Industry Excellence
Second Inner West site secured
April 2026: Central Element expands in Drummoyne with second harbour-view site
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CE scores six nominations in The Urban Developer Awards 2026
We're proud to announce Central Element has been named a finalist across six categories in The Urban Developer Awards for Industry Excellence 2026 - one of the most respected and competitive awards programs in the Australian property industry. Read on to explore the nominations across our projects.
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25Hours Hotel The Olympia
The transformation of the former West Olympia Theatre into Australia’s inaugural 25Hours Hotel, The Olympia, on Oxford Street in Paddington has been shortlisted for:
– Development of the Year – Hotels & Accommodation
– Development of the Year – Urban Regeneration
Ballamac Coogee
The careful restoration and imaginative reworking of the 1860s sandstone Ballamac House into two expansive residences, together with the creation of six luxury oceanfront apartments, has attracted recognition in the following categories:
– Development of the Year – Small scale Residential (4-10)
– Excellence in Design Innovation
– Excellence in Marketing Innovation
Pienza Neutral Bay
The completion of Pienza Neutral Bay, a mixed-use development comprising 37 luxury apartments and ground-floor retail spaces, has garnered attention for:
Development of the Year – Medium Density Residential (Under 40)
It’s an honour to be recognised for development excellence, innovation in design, delivery, sustainability and market impact across our projects — core pillars that underpin Central Element’s approach to placemaking.
Winners will be announced at the Awards Gala on the Gold Coast in July 2026, bringing together more than 1,000 industry leaders for a night that celebrates the very best in urban development. We look forward to celebrating alongside our peers and continuing to push the boundaries of what’s possible in shaping remarkable places.