ArchDaily's Obra del Año 2026 Architecture Prize Opens for Hispanic World Projects

ArchDaily en Español has launched the 2026 edition of its Obra del Año award, recognizing outstanding architectural works from Spanish-speaking regions. Now in its seventeenth iteration, this competition stands as the most significant architecture prize within the Hispanic world, determined entirely by community participation. Starting March 24, readers will evaluate and select the finest architectural projects completed in 2025. Over a three-week period, the collective judgment of ArchDaily's audience will assess hundreds of built works from numerous Spanish-speaking countries across Latin America and Spain. Eligible nations include Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Spain, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Uruguay, and Venezuela. The award highlights the cultural richness and diverse architectural solutions emerging from these territories, with over 700 projects from Hispanic countries already featured on the platform. This community-driven approach empowers readers to identify exemplary designs that address local needs while showcasing regional traditions and innovations.