Zahava Elenberg facts for kids
Zahava Elenberg is an Australian architect. She is known for starting the architecture company Elenberg Fraser and also for founding Move-in, a business that helps furnish and fit out buildings.
Early Life and Education
Zahava Elenberg is the daughter of Anna Schwartz and artist Joel Elenberg. Her stepfather is the publisher and developer Morry Schwartz.
She went to Preshil, The Margaret Lyttle Memorial School. Later, she even became a director on the school's council and foundation.
In 1998, Zahava finished her architecture degree at RMIT University. She graduated with top honors, showing how dedicated and talented she was.
Career Highlights
In 1998, Zahava Elenberg co-founded Elenberg Fraser Architecture with Callum Fraser. This company quickly became very well-known in Australia. Today, Elenberg Fraser has offices in Australia and Southeast Asia. They are one of Australia's top architecture firms, focusing on designing large apartment buildings and creating beautiful interiors.
In 2002, Zahava started another company called Move-in. This business specializes in providing complete furniture and design solutions for places like student housing, hotels, and serviced apartments. Move-in has completed projects across Australia, Asia, and the Middle East.
In 2017, Zahava joined the board of the Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF). She helps with important areas like finances, creative ideas, fundraising, and industry programs for the festival.
Awards and Recognition
Zahava Elenberg has received several important awards for her work. In 2003, she was named the Telstra Young Business Woman of the Year. Two years later, in 2005, she was recognized as the Ernst & Young Southern Region Young Entrepreneur of the Year.
She is also an active member of the design community. Zahava often participates in discussions and talks about being an entrepreneur and the world of design. After winning the Telstra award, she gave a special speech to 35,000 students, staff, and guests at the RMIT University graduation ceremony, which was held at the Telstra Dome.
