"Architecture only survives where it negates the form that society expects of it. Where it negates itself by transgressing the limits that history has set for it".
Bernard Tschumi
Practice
Architecture is the art we live in. It questions our preconceptions, finds the limits of innovation and enlightens our perspectives. Architecture needs a valiant client.
Our mission is to generate a specific and compelling design for each project, born from its site, functional programme and construction technology. Concept shapes form, and form reshapes concept. We engage critical theory, sketching, model making and computer-aided design, and pursue design integrity and precision to optimise materials, energy and construction cost. Our commitment is to deliver an intelligent and enduring work of architecture.
We provide expert designs for select projects in any location. We deliver professional design, documentation and project management services for individual, corporate and government clients on single residences, multi-residential, commercial, public, urban and landscape architecture projects. We collaborate and coordinate sub consultant teams across engineering, environmental, artistic and other specialist fields.
Kringas Architecture was established in 1997. Director Simon Kringas is an accredited architect with over 25 years experience and a PhD in architecture from the University of Sydney. Simon's work is recognised at national and state levels by major competition wins and professional awards. As a scholar, Simon led Masters design studios and lectured in architecture, urban design and technology. Simon's academic publications include international design-led research, journals, conferences and exhibitions.
Awards
National Competition – Winner
Civic Centre Canberra
ACT Government [1]
National Competition – Winner
National Triangle Australia
Australian Government
National Competition – Commendation
Kingston ACT
ACT Government [2]
Presidents Medal
Simon Kringas
Australian Institute of Architects
Canberra Medallion
Tabletop NSW
Australian Institute of Architects
Canberra Medallion
Acton ACT
Australian Institute of Architects [3]
Canberra Medallion
Bruce ACT
Australian Institute of Architects [4]
National Landscape Award
'Science and Humanities Campus'
incorporating Reconciliation Place
National Triangle Australia
Australian Institute of Landscape Architects [5]
ACT Urban Design Award
'Science and Humanities Campus'
incorporating Reconciliation Place [6]
National Triangle Australia
Australian Institute of Architects









1. Joint Winner with James Jones
2. Design team: Simon Kringas, Dario Spralja, Peter Hosking
3. DJAS, Simon Kringas Project Architect
4. DJAS, Simon Kringas Project Architect
5. Submission by Spackman Mossop
6. Submission by Lahz Nimmo