RIBA International Awards

About the Open Call

Our awards celebrate the world's best architecture, no matter its form, size, or budget. Respected by our profession and the public for over 50 years, these awards stand out for their unrivalled judging and global reach. We recognise projects that show visionary thinking, design excellence and real social impact that ultimately help make the future a better place. Winning a RIBA Award signals the highest standards of innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to improving people’s lives through thoughtful design. We’re launching two new awards: RIBA Asia Pacific Awards and RIBA Middle East Awards. For the first time, these regions will be invited to submit projects for a new stage in our International Awards programme as part of a pilot. Why enter our awards? Show your commitment to excellence: successful projects reflect changes and innovations in architecture, but at their core display a commitment to design that improves and enhance the communities they serve. Comprehensive judging: every shortlisted project is visited by an expert jury, offering an unparalleled peer review by award-winning architects, along with relevant industry specialists in sustainability, conservation, and more. Boost your visibility: gain exposure through international and national media coverage, a dedicated page on our website (with 2.5 million annual visitors), and promotion across our social media channels, reaching over half a million followers. Recognition your clients will value: being shortlisted or winning an award grants valuable exposure for your practice, helping you secure more work and find collaborators who value the role of architects and good design. Affordable entry fees: smaller projects can enter for as little as £180, with tiered entry fees that encourage participation from all project sizes. Financial support is also available. Branded marketing materials: winners get marketing assets to promote their achievements, aligning your practice with our globally recognised brand and the highest standards of practice. We are looking for applications from architects and wider industry professionals to be involved with the renowned RIBA Awards. Find out about the different juries you can join, available roles, expected eligibility and apply now. Championing and celebrating the best architecture from around the world since 2015. Explore over 80 projects celebrated to date. RIBA International Awards for Excellence Given to projects worldwide stretching the boundaries of architecture and standards of excellence. RIBA International Emerging Architect Given in recognition of those making a significant contribution to the field of international architecture who have been practicing for 10 years or less. RIBA International Prize Awarded to this year’s most significant and inspirational project globally and the pinnacle of our International Awards.

What is Offered

Winning a RIBA Award signals the highest standards of innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to improving people’s lives through thoughtful design. Winners gain exposure through international and national media coverage, a dedicated page on the RIBA website, promotion across social media channels, valuable exposure for their practice to secure more work, and branded marketing materials.

Requirements

Projects must show visionary thinking, design excellence, and real social impact. Applicants must meet specific architectural standards and submission requirements detailed in the Awards entry guidelines and criteria.

How to Apply

Applicants should start their entry via the provided link and read the Awards entry guidelines and criteria to prepare their project submission.