The Expertise of All Professionals involved in the Realization of Outstanding Projects on a Global Basis

The BLT Built Design Awards 2025 have recognised a new cohort of designs that push architecture and construction forward. Hosted by the 3C Group, the awards celebrate excellence across architecture, interiors, landscapes, and construction products. This year's programme drew entries from 68 countries and received almost 900 projects, illustrating the event's global reach and the diversity of its participants. Founded to honour exemplary contributions to the built environment, the BLT Built Design Awards rely on a diverse jury of architects, designers, developers, academics, and media representatives who rigorously evaluate submissions.

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King Abdullah Financial District Metro Station, Zaha Hadid Architects
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At the centre of the honours is the Architectural Design of the Year, which went to Zaha Hadid Architects for the King Abdullah Financial District Metro Station in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The station is part of the world's longest driverless transit system and serves as a critical interchange. Its three-dimensional lattice encases platforms across four levels, optimising pedestrian circulation. Perforated concrete panels reinterpret traditional regional screens to reduce solar gain, and high-efficiency cooling and passive design strategies helped the building achieve LEED Gold certification.

AATMA MANTHAN MUSEUM, Sanjay Puri Architects.
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The Interior Design of the Year accolade went to Aatma Manthan Museum, designed by Sanjay Puri Architects. Located within a 270‑foot‑high statue in Nathdwara, Rajasthan, the museum encourages self‑reflection. Its designers overcame an irregular floor plan and multiple structural elements by orchestrating a sequential flow through 18,000 ft² of galleries, using a neutral palette that enhances audio-visual experiences and guides visitors through the soul (aatma), mind (mana), and body (tann).

Thailand Government Complex Regenerative Design for a People-First Government. Landprocess.
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In the landscape category, LANDPROCESS earned Landscape Architecture of the Year for its regenerative redesign of the Thailand Government Complex in Bangkok. Led by Kotchakorn Voraakhom, the project reclaimed 18.5 acres of impermeable surface to create green plazas, vertical gardens, and rainwater systems. Solar panels now supply more than half of the complex's energy needs, and the use of recycled materials reinforces its focus on resilience, while open public spaces strengthen the connection between the government and its citizens.

VINE. University of Ulsan/Studio Kwan.
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The Construction Product Design of the Year title was awarded to VINE, a collaboration between the University of Ulsan and Studio Kwan. This innovative façade system draws inspiration from climbing plants: curved, multi-angled photovoltaic modules, produced using large-scale robotic 3D printing, form a skin that both generates energy and visually expresses organic growth. The modules nearly double the summer efficiency of conventional panels and can be replaced individually.

Capital International Exhibition & Convention Centre. Zaha Hadid Architects
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Unfold Form Curved-crease un-foldable formwork for sustainable vaulted floors. ETH Zurich, Block Research Group.
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Wall·Line·Garden. On Architects Inc.
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The winners' list extends far beyond these titles. Zaha Hadid Architects, for example, also took honours for the Shenzhen Science & Technology Museum (cultural category) and the Capital International Exhibition & Convention Centre (mixed‑use building). Sanjay Puri Architects added a residential win with NINE × NINE. The Dutch partnership of Benthem Crouwel Architects & West 8 secured the Bridges and Public Infrastructure award for Brno Main Station. Other notable winners covered several continents. You can view a complete list of winners at the official website.

BLT Built Design Awards

The BLT Built Design Awards recognize the expertise of all professionals involved in the realization of outstanding projects, on a global basis — from architecture firms and interior design experts, to construction products and project management. More information at bltawards.com. BLT Built Design Awards is a program under the 3C Awards, a leading organization that curates and promotes design globally. The company represents today’s diversity and innovation in lighting design, furniture design, interior design, and architecture.