31 May 2023
Architizer, the world’s leading online platform for architecture, announces the winners of the 11th Annual Architizer A+Awards. Founded on the premise of democratizing architecture, the A+Awards is the industry’s largest and most international awards program, honouring the best buildings and spaces from across the globe.
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Now in its 11th season, the program has doubled down on its original mission to highlight the transformative power of architecture, recognizing the work of 230 firms from 95 countries worldwide. With eleven new categories focusing on sustainable design, this season’s program emphasizes the pivotal role designers have in confronting climate change while shining a spotlight on those architects striving to improve the built environment for generations to come.
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“These awards are an opportunity to share meaningful, change-making innovations that enable us to continue to make even better projects for our planet and our community.” Michael Green, Founder and Principal, MGA | Michael Green Architecture
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After reviewing an unprecedented number of submissions in 119 categories, the star-studded Jury has selected the world’s most innovative and impactful architecture of the year. The Winners, also chosen by over 400,000 public votes, represent a vibrant celebration of outstanding design, including both emerging talent and renowned industry leaders. See the full list of categories.
11th Annual A+Awards Project Winners include:
130 William by Adjaye Associates (New York, United States)
Bundanon Art Museum + Bridge by Kerstin Thompson Architects (Illaroo, Australia)
BEEAH Headquarters by Zaha Hadid Architects (Sharjah, United Arab Emirates)
Shanshui Firewood Garden by Mix Architecture (Yibin, China)
Valley by MVRDV (Amsterdam, Netherlands)
11th Annual Firm Winners include:
Olson Kundig (USA, Jurors’ Choice, Best Large Firm)
Blue Temple (Myanmar, Jurors’ Choice, Best X-Small Firm)
Perkins & Will (USA, Jurors’ Choice, Best Sustainable Firm)
MAD Architects (China, Jurors’ Choice, Best Cultural Firm)
MJMA Architects (Canada, Jurors’ Choice, Best Public Projects Firm)
The complete list of winners can be found at https://winners.architizerawards.com/.
“I was incredibly impressed with the quality of work this year—the level of creativity, innovation, and attention to detail demonstrated was truly inspiring.” Amar Al Assam, CEO, Dewan Architects + Engineers and A+Awards Juror
In collaboration with Material Bank, Architizer will celebrate Winners at a live reception at the Fondation Louis Vuitton, in Paris, in October. Timed to coincide with Paris+ par Art Basel, and gathering over 600 luminaries from the worlds of architecture, art, and design, the A+Awards gala will be one of the premier events for architects and designers in 2023.
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“The Architizer A+ Awards are a testament to the incredible architects and designers who push boundaries, redefine possibilities, and create spaces that leave a lasting impression. The A+Awards gala is a moment to celebrate and champion great architecture, and recognize the transformational role that the built environment plays in our lives.” Adam Sandow, Founder & CEO, Material Bank
With official partners v2com newswire, AIA New York, Royal Architectural Institute of Canada, and Aesthetica Magazine, Architizer will also honour winners online via its 5+ million virtual community. The annual anthology, Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture, will return in Fall 2023 featuring program winners. This stunning, hardbound compendium is the year's definitive architectural guide.
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