Myrtha Pools celebrates 2025 IOC IAKS Architecture Prize for Parramatta Aquatic Centre
Myrtha Pools is proud to celebrate the IOC IAKS Architecture Prize awarded to the Parramatta Aquatic Centre, an international recognition honouring sustainable, accessible, and innovative sports and leisure facilities.
After evaluating 69 projects worldwide, the jury selected nine outstanding centres, among them the Parramatta Aquatic Centre in Sydney, Australia.
“The Parramatta Aquatic Centre is nestled within the beautiful surroundings of Parramatta Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This unique setting means that the building itself is not immediately recognisable. Conceptually, a large circle has been cut into the park, with the 50-metre outdoor pool located one storey below.”
All pools at the centre – including the four located beneath the landscape – were designed and built using Myrtha’s pre-engineered modular stainless-steel panels, an innovative technology that ensures sustainability, precision, and long-term durability compared to traditional construction methods.
Their low maintenance and millimetric accuracy make them ideal for public facilities while meeting World Aquatics standards.
The jury also highlighted these same qualities:
“From the park, visitors can approach the circular opening and enjoy a view of the outdoor pool below, separated only by a stainless-steel net. The single-level layout of the building ensures universal accessibility, intuitive circulation and operational efficiency, meeting the diverse needs of the growing community. The Parramatta Aquatic Centre’s high architectural excellence is further emphasised by the precise execution and selection of high-quality materials.”
Parramatta Aquatic Centre – Sydney, Australia
- Designer/Architect: Grimshaw with Andrew Burges Architects and McGregor Coxall
- Owner/Operator: City of Parramatta
- Pools Technology: Myrtha Pools
