Blight Rayner Architecture Wins Multiple Australian Design Awards in 2025

Blight Rayner Architecture, an architecture, urban design, and interior design firm based in Brisbane, has received significant recognition in 2025. The practice was established in 2016 by Jayson Blight and Michael Rayner, both of whom previously served as principal directors at Cox Rayner for 36 years. The firm has worked on international projects such as the National Maritime Museum of China and Singapore's Helix Bridge. Notable local projects include the Kangaroo Point Bridge, the National Rugby Training Centre at Ballymore, Jubilee Place in Fortitude Valley, the Glasshouse Theatre, and the recent renovation of the Lyric Theatre at QPAC. In 2025, the studio was honored with the Australian Urban Design Award, the Queensland Minister's Award for Urban Design, and a record nine Queensland State Awards from the Australian Institute of Architects, including the Queensland Medal. These accolades highlight the firm's impact on architectural and urban design in Australia and internationally.