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      Meeting of the Jury members to select the winners out of 50 nominated projects 2020. Jury members: Helena Glantz. Urban Design (SE). Tina Gregoric. Dekleva Gregoric Architects (SI). Mette Kynne Frandsen. Henning Larsen Architects A/S (DK). Toni Girones Saderra. Estudi d�Arquitectura Toni Giron�s (ES). Jonathan Sergison. Sergison Bates Architects (CH
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      Submission Process

      All information on the submission for BRICK AWARD

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      The submission period for BRICK AWARD 28 will start on December 1, 2026.

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      The BRICK AWARD Process

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      Online Submission

      Participation is free of charge.
      Submissions are made via an online form requiring basic project data, a short description of the project, plus images and plans.
      By submitting, participants consent to the publication of submitted materials at a later stage.

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      Brick Award 26 Nominee Metallic Bellows Factory Office - KSM Architecture
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      Submission Guidelines

      We welcome submissions that demonstrate innovative concepts with a strong focus on sustainability and affordability.

      Material Requirements
      Projects must significantly feature clay building materials. Eligible materials include bricks, clay blocks, panels, slips, ceramic tiles, roof tiles, and pavers (e.g., for landscaping).

      Completion Window
      Projects must have been completed in 2024, 2025, 2026, or 2027.

      Project Type
      Eligible entries include newly constructed, refurbished, or converted buildings.

      Category Fit
      The project must clearly fit within one of the five nomination categories.

      Brand Neutrality
      The use of wienerberger products is not a requirement and does not influence eligibility.

      The submission is FREE OF CHARGE!

      Brick Award 26 Nominee Performing Arts Centre Brighton College -KRFT architects
      © Stijn Bollaert

      Jury Evaluation Criteria

      The jury will evaluate all submissions based on three core pillars:

      Architectural Concept
      A strong, innovative design concept that showcases creative and purposeful use of clay building materials.

      Sustainability & Circularity
      Integration of energy-efficient solutions, circular material reuse, waste reduction, and smart water management.

      Functionality & Affordability
      A climate-resilient and practical building that perfectly fulfills its intended purpose while remaining financially viable.

       

      Join us in our mission to build a more sustainable and affordable future for all. 

      Brick Award 26 Nominee UCCA Clay Museum - Kengo Kuma Architects
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      Award Prize

      International recognition for architectural excellence

      The BRICK AWARD celebrates architectural excellence on an international stage.

      The Grand Prize winner will receive €7,000 in prize money, while each of the four category winners will be awarded €5,000.
       
      Winners are officially announced at the biennial BRICK AWARD Ceremony in Vienna, where the global architecture community comes together to recognize outstanding achievement in brick architecture.

      All nominated architects are invited to attend the ceremony and their projects are showcased alongside the winning entries in the BRICK Book and across the BRICK AWARD’s digital and social media channels, providing international visibility and recognition.

      Brick Award 26 Nominee Endless Brick Playground - China Academy of Art, Lichao Chen

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