Residential Buildings of the Year 2026
Call for housing construction projects
Architects and clients are shaping the future of residential construction globally. The "Residential Buildings of the Year 2026" award stands alone as the only recognition for developers, clients, and architects in multi-storey residential construction. Now is your chance to submit outstanding residential projects and win over an expert jury of distinguished professionals.
The "Residential Buildings of the Year 2026" award recognizes outstanding residential construction projects and concepts across multiple categories. Judging criteria encompass contemporary aesthetics, innovative design, and responsiveness to residents' needs—with environmental integration and sustainability playing equally important roles.
Award categories: Revitalization/Renovation, Densification, Mixed-Use Development, Neighbourhood Development, Intergenerational Living, Participatory Planning, Social Housing, Rural Development, Innovative Façades, Premium Living, Experimental Design, Sustainable Energy Concepts, Modular Housing, High-Rise Residential, Outdoor Space/Landscape Architecture, and Visionary Concepts for projects not yet realized.
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