Meet the Judges

Robert Davidov

Founder and Director, Davidov Architects

Robert Davidov is the founder and director of Davidov Architects, a Melbourne-based residential architecture and interiors practice. Guided by a disciplined approach to light, sequence and materiality, Robert pursues atmosphere as a primary objective, shaping spaces that feel coherent, restrained and deeply considered. His work spans new homes, heritage alterations and additions, and multi-residential projects, with architecture and interiors conceived as one continuous discipline. From early concept through to interiors and detailed material specification, Robert's approach is informed by a particular interest in proportion, craftsmanship and the relationship between architecture, furniture and objects. Alongside his architectural practice, Robert has debuted a body of ceramic work that extends his ongoing exploration of form, materiality and making into a new medium.

Camilla Ingall

Founder and Director, Unfolded

Camilla Ingall is the founder and director of Unfolded, an interior design and styling studio based in Sydney and the Central Coast. With 14 years of industry experience and seven years leading her own studio, Camilla has delivered residential, commercial, retail and hospitality projects defined by a balance of creativity, functionality and warmth.

Her work is grounded in human-centred design, creating beautifully unique lifestyle spaces where beauty and practicality carry equal weight.

Beyond the studio, Camilla is the host of Behind the Design, a podcast that unpacks the thinking behind the industry's best. Through candid conversations with leading designers, makers and creatives, she explores the details, decisions and stories that sit behind exceptional work. She is a passionate advocate for craftsmanship, considered design and the people behind it.

Joel Schmied

Co-founder, Pure Interiors

Joel Schmied is the co-founder of Pure Interiors, a leading Australian design consultancy and premium Italian furniture retailer, representing some of Europe's most respected furniture and interior brands.

Growing up in Switzerland on his family's timber mill, Joel was surrounded by craftsmanship, building, and design from an early age.

He trained in cabinetmaking and joinery, where he graduated with a bachelor's in cabinetmaking before joining a premium interior design and furniture company, where he was introduced to leading Italian design brands and developed an enduring passion for European design, craftsmanship and quality.

Alongside his practical training and industry experience, Joel pursued studies in Interior Design and bachelor's in business, giving him a perspective that brings together craftsmanship, design, technical knowledge, and commercial understanding.

After moving from Switzerland to Australia in 2008, Joel and his wife Anita founded Pure Interiors in 2010. Over the past 15 years, they have grown Pure into a multidisciplinary design business known for its commitment to quality, thoughtful design and exceptional execution. Today, Pure works closely with architects, interior designers and clients while representing some of the world's most respected Italian furniture brands.

At the heart of Joel's approach remains a deep appreciation for materials, resolved and balanced design, craftsmanship and the people behind them - values first formed in the early days of his life, and which continue to influence his work today.

Pip Sharp

Design Director, Vemi

Pip Sharp is Design Director at Vemi, an independently owned company specialising in the design, fitout and delivery of contemporary commercial workspaces. With more than 24 years' experience across the UK and Australia, Pip brings a strong combination of design leadership, strategic thinking, creativity and technical expertise to every project she leads.

As Design Director, Pip is responsible for driving design excellence across Vemi's national portfolio. Her approach combines a clear design vision with technical rigour, commercial awareness and a detailed understanding of how spaces are experienced, occupied and used.

Throughout her career, Pip has developed a deep understanding of materiality and its influence on the way we experience the built environment. She views material selection as far more than an aesthetic decision, advocating for a holistic approach to sustainability that considers the entire lifecycle of a material. Her interests include materials designed for circularity, healthier finishes, recycled and upcycled products, and smart, functional surfaces. Pip sees these innovations as an opportunity for designers to challenge traditional approaches to specification, make more informed decisions, reduce waste, extend product lifespans and enhance the performance and experience of the built environment.

Pip's experience spans workplace, government, public space, retail and social infrastructure, giving her a broad perspective on the role of design across different sectors and communities. A passionate advocate for design excellence, she is actively engaged in the workplace sector and regularly contributes her expertise as a keynote speaker and panellist.

With extensive industry experience and a considered approach to design, materiality, sustainability and innovation, Pip brings a broad and informed perspective to the judging process. She considers design not only through the lens of visual impact, but also its material integrity, functionality, longevity, sustainability and overall contribution to the experience of the built environment.