The 2025 Australia Day Honours list has recognised the outstanding contributions of 732 Australians across various fields. Among them, South Australian architect Steve Grieve has been appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for his significant service to architecture and arts development through leadership roles.
With a distinguished career spanning over 40 years, Steve has made a lasting impact on the architectural profession and arts sector in South Australia and beyond. A Life Fellow of the Australian Institute of Architects, Steve has held numerous leadership roles, including SA Chapter President (2013–2015) and National Honorary Secretary. His influence extends to education, having served as Professor at the University of Adelaide’s School of Architecture & the Built Environment (2013–2018).
Steve’s architectural practice has been pivotal in shaping South Australia’s built environment. As the founding director of Steve Grieve Architects (1982) and later director of Grieve Gillett Architects, he has led transformative projects such as The Lion Arts Centre, The National Wine Centre, Adelaide Studios, and the Rundle Mall Redevelopment. His commitment to the arts was recognised with the Institute’s Special Award for Performing Arts (1996) and the Centenary Medal for Contribution to Architecture, Heritage, and the Arts (2003).
Beyond his architectural achievements, Steve has been a champion of cultural and community initiatives, serving on multiple boards, including Country Arts SA, Regional Arts Australia, and the Experimental Art Foundation. His 2008 Churchill Fellowship further reinforced his dedication to collaborative practice.
The SA Chapter congratulates Steve Grieve AM on this well-deserved recognition and acknowledges his remarkable contributions to architecture and the arts.
