RIBA Unveils 30-Architect Longlist for Inaugural International Prize 2016
The Royal Institute of British Architects has revealed thirty nominees for its first International Prize, recognizing outstanding global architectural projects. A distinguished jury including Kunlé Adeyemi, Philip Gumuchdjian, Marilyn Jordan Taylor, Richard Rogers, and Billie Tsien will evaluate submissions based on visionary innovation, execution excellence, and societal contribution. Among the contenders are prominent firms like Zaha Hadid Architects, Vo Trong Nghia Architects, WOHA, David Chipperfield Architects, dRMM/Helen and Hard, and Patkau Architects. Open to architects worldwide, the award seeks buildings that positively impact their physical and social environments. The winner will be announced in December 2016, with the prize celebrating architectural achievements that demonstrate both creative thinking and practical generosity.
Key facts
- RIBA announced the longlist for its inaugural International Prize 2016
- 30 architects are nominated for the prize
- The jury includes Kunlé Adeyemi, Philip Gumuchdjian, Marilyn Jordan Taylor, Richard Rogers, and Billie Tsien
- Nominees include Zaha Hadid, Vo Trong Nghia, WOHA, David Chipperfield, dRMM/Helen and Hard, and Patkau Architects
- The prize is open to architects worldwide
- Buildings are judged on visionary innovation, execution excellence, and societal contribution
- The winning building will be announced in December 2016
- The prize aims to recognize buildings that make a generous contribution to society and physical context
Entities
Artists
- Kunlé Adeyemi
- Philip Gumuchdjian
- Marilyn Jordan Taylor
- Richard Rogers
- Billie Tsien
- Zaha Hadid
- Vo Trong Nghia
- David Chipperfield
Institutions
- RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects)
- WOHA
- dRMM/Helen and Hard
- Patkau Architects