Entry for the RIBA UK Awards 2026 will open in autumn 2025.
For more than 50 years, our prestigious awards have celebrated the best architecture in the UK and around the world, no matter the form, size, or budget.
Highly valued by both the public and profession, our awards have an unrivalled approach to the judging and promotion of good architecture.
They highlight the exceptional work of our members, who set the standard for creating better buildings and places. Winning projects showcase innovation, create more sustainable futures, and demonstrate a commitment to improving people’s lives through thoughtful design.
Read the Awards entry guidelines and criteria for how to prepare your project submission.
If you have any questions, please contact our RIBA Awards team at awards@riba.org
Why enter our awards?
Demonstrate your commitment to excellence
Successful projects reflect changes and innovations in architecture, but at their core display a commitment to designing and developing buildings and spaces that improve 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 national and local 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 £99, with tiered entry fees that encourage participation from all project sizes. Financial support is also available.
Branded marketing materials
Winners receive high-quality marketing assets to promote their achievements, aligning your practice with our globally recognised brand and the highest standards of practice.
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