The globally recognized Brazil-based platform

Architecture Hunter, the internationally renowned digital platform for architecture and design, has officially announced the second edition of the "Architecture Hunter Awards" for 2025. Set to take place in Bela Vista, Brazil, the awards return following a successful debut in 2024. This year introduces new categories, including a dedicated group for product design and another recognizing projects with strong social impact—broadening the scope of evaluation across global architecture and design. Entry officially began with a pre-launch on February 25, 2025, and the final submission deadline is July 10, 2025.

AHA24 Winner - Architecture - Institutional Facilities: Church of the Holy Family by ARQBR Arquitetura e Urbanismo
Photo credit: © Joana França

Submission Schedule

• Pre-launch: February 25, 2025
• Early Entry: March 17 – May 4, 2025
• Main Entry: May 4 – June 15, 2025
• Late Entry: June 15 – July 10, 2025

New Product Design Categories

Expanding beyond the architectural domain, AHA 2025 now includes the following product design categories, celebrating creative solutions for everyday living.

• Furniture Design 
• Lighting Product Design
• Bathroom & Wellness Product Design
• Urban Product Design 
• Small Object Design

A New Step Toward Socially Impactful Architecture

AHA continues its partnership with Construíde, a Brazilian non-profit organization providing housing for vulnerable families. Five percent of all entry fees will be donated. Additionally, the new "Social Architecture" category will donate 100% of its fees to the organization. This category is dedicated to projects that address social issues through architecture—including housing, healthcare centers, community spaces, educational facilities, and shelters.

Winner AHA24 - Architecture - Residential & House: GAK House by Bernardes Arquitetura
Photo credit: © Fernando Guerra

AHA24 Winner - Interior Design - Apartment: Terrace Apartment by Estudio Guto Requena
Photo credit: © Maíra Acayaba

Winner AHA24 - Image -Architectural Photography: Jaisalmer School by Diana Kellogg Architects
Photo credit: © Vinay Panjwani

Winner AHA24 - Sustainability - Architectural Design: Flagship Dolce Gusto Neo by Estudio Guto Requena
Photo credit: © Leonardo Finotti

Honoring Architecture Firms at Every Stage

Two new special categories recognize the unique achievements of emerging and established firms.

Best New Arch Firm

Open to studios founded between 2018 and 2025, this category spotlights innovative and impactful new practices.

Firm of the Year

Celebrating long-standing excellence in architecture, this jury-nominated award will be decided by public vote.

Free Entry for Students

AHA 2025 removes all financial barriers for students by offering 100% free entry for student submissions. This initiative aims to support young architects and designers by enabling full participation regardless of background or funding.

Winner AHA24 - Architecture - Mixed-use Building: Higher Roch by Brenac & Gonzalez & Associés
Photo credit: © Sergio Garzia

Winner AHA24 - Architecture - Commercial: Toaru Hair Room by Ateliers Takahito Sekiguchi
Photo credit: © Yosuke Ohtake

Shaping the World Through Design

Architecture Hunter Awards serve as a platform where innovation meets purpose—honoring projects that are not only outstanding but also meaningful. For more details, how to participate, and future updates, visit the official website.

Winner AHA24 - Unbuilt - Student Project: AETHER by Lina Maria Trivino
Photo credit: © Lina Maria Trivino

Winner AHA24 - Interior Design - Hospitality & Hotel: Prime Seafood Palace by Omar Gandhi Architect
Photo credit: © Adrian Ozimek

About Architecture Hunter

Founded as an Instagram page in 2013, Architecture Hunter has grown into a comprehensive digital platform with a global following of over 3 million. Its focus on curated content, design-oriented storytelling, and video-centric communication has made it a trusted source of inspiration and information for the international architecture and design community.