The Royal Institute of British Architects has been celebrating outstanding work in the built environment for over 180 years. Our awards and prizes are regarded internationally as a mark of excellence, recognising the best architecture, architects, research, and students.
Our UK Awards include some of the biggest awards in architecture, such as the Stirling Prize. See previous winners from across our regions and find everything you need to enter
Our International Awards are architecture’s highest global accolades, celebrating projects from around the world. See previous winners and find everything you need to enter
Entries for RIBA International Awards are now open. Enter by 31 July 2025, 5pm (BST). Entries for RIBA UK Awards will open in autumn 2025. Find out more about the awards we present, key dates, and frequently asked questions below:
We are looking for applications from architects and wider industry professionals to be involved with the renowned RIBA Awards
Given in recognition of a lifetime's work, the Royal Gold Medal is given to a person or group of people who have had a significant influence 'either directly or indirectly on the advancement of architecture'
RIBA Honorary Fellowships are awarded annually to people who have made a particular contribution to architecture in its broadest sense
Rewarding talent, promoting innovation, and encouraging excellence in the study of architecture worldwide
Celebrating the best research in the fields of architecture and the built environment
Given to an individual or practice, that has recently made a major contribution internationally to both the theory and practice of architecture
Awarded biennially in recognition of an outstanding contribution to architectural education
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