The NSW Architecture Medallion is a state–based award presented annually by the New South Wales Chapter of the Australian Institute of Architects for a building project located in New South Wales considered to be the most exemplary of the year, realising innovation and excellence in the built environment. The award is selected by the Jury Chairs from the named awards winners at the annual NSW Chapter Awards. It is not be confused with the NSW Architects Medallion awarded by the NSW Architecture Registration Board since 1924 to an outstanding recent Masters of Architecture graduate from a New South Wales university.