Architecture Awards 2026
Residential – houses
Marhûs by Lichtstad Architecten
Marhûs is anchored in its context - both in name and in form. The name Marhûs comes from the Frisian language, in which "Mar" means lake, and "hûs" signifies dwelling or house. Marhûs can be understood to mean lake house, referring to a home located near a lake. Positioned
House of Endless Trees by Freight Architects
The owners of this house are drawn to the tranquility of the nearby cemetery and lush forest that frames the property. The core of the design was to create a bright, open living space that connects visually with the surrounding greenery, allowing the interior to fully embrace the peaceful,
House H3 by WSM ARCHITEKTEN
A hillside lot in a beautiful location in Pöcking, where the building’s volume blends discreetly into the landscape through staggered structures. Two full stories, which are also arranged in a staggered pattern, sit set back from a basement level that extends into the hillside and also houses the parking
Hideaway House by Ming Architects
Hideaway House, situated in a low-lying estate of eastern Singapore, is an architectural response to its location. In compliance with authority requirements, the house boasts an elevated ground storey, three metres above street level, to protect against floods. This also serves to reduce views into its main living spaces
Casa MAD by JSARQ
This two-story residence in Costa Rica was designed around three existing trees on the site, allowing the architecture to adapt and coexist with nature, rather than dominate it. The house unfolds through a series of internal, lateral, and frontal courtyards, where light, vegetation, and built form interact to create
Villa Krasica by Zdl Arhitekti
The project is located in Krasica, Croatia, on a gently sloping site surrounded by natural greenery. From the outset, the main intention was to create a house that responds carefully to its surroundings, integrating architecture with the landscape, rather than imposing upon it. The design follows the existing topography,
SIJBOLTS HOUSE / DATCA by Big Mimarlik
Located in Datça, the project transforms a small plot with dual street frontage into a rational architectural strategy. To maximize garden use, the building is conceived as a linear mass set back within the plot, fragmented to achieve a contextually integrated expression. The ground floor features a continuous spatial
The Green Courtyard House by Abstractus
The house functions as a landscape formation, integrating architectural forms to create an experience in which landscape and architecture become a coherent whole. An inner courtyard, carved into the terrain, acts as a light well, orienting living spaces toward the lake to the northeast while capturing sunlight from the
Narrow House by Vulin & Ilekovic
The idea for the development of the narrowest house in Zagreb stemmed from the planning possibilities for building a narrow, semi-detached house abutting onto an existing residential building. Additional spurrs to the choice of site were an appealing position in the midst of pedestrian zones and the southern orientation
POUILLY by atelier victoria migliore
In the Vexin, in Pouilly, the house sits in a small valley below a wooded hill and is often in shadow. The project is based on the contrast between shade and light: renovating the existing house and adding a brighter extension open to nature. The original building was carefully
House by the pasture by RMK.A
The building is located amidst the picturesque landscapes of the Greater Poland Lake District, surrounded by hills, filled with meadows, pastures, and forests. The area is rich in beautiful views, naturally encouraging relaxation and enjoyment of the local scenery. On the site stood a small Brda-type house, the first
Haus B. – Mediating family villa in timber construction. by Althaus Architekten BDA
Above Battenberg, in the hilly landscape of northern Hesse, a timber house for a young family follows the slope, integrating elegantly into the topography. The design cuts into the terrain, forming a long, concrete retaining wall, which, with the floor slabs, creates the base for the timber structure above.
House within the Vineyard by Henecka Architekten BDA
Set within the rolling vineyard landscape of the Kraichgau, the house is conceived as an architecture that dissolves into its topography. Rather than occupying the site as an object, the building is carved into the hillside, allowing the landscape to remain the dominant presence. Only the massive retaining walls
Maximilian House by VILAA
The Maximilian House consists of both an extension and a renovation, transforming a traditional Tyrolean single family dwelling into a multi-generational house. Designed to the passive house standard, the project combines local materials with ecological timber construction. Located in the Alps, the building takes advantage of the surrounding landscape
Berggut am Übergang by Architekturbüro’ Baumeister Jürgen Haller
On the Schnepfegg Pass between Schnepfau and Bizau, a traditional Vorsäß has been made usable again throughout the year. On the site where the inn "Ochsen" burned down in 1954, a small hut for seasonal use was later built. Today, it has once again become a place for living
Holzhalden by Architekturbüro’ Baumeister Jürgen Haller
Above Schwarzenberg, at the edge of the Vorsäß zone, the former alpine outpost "Holzhalden" once stood, later replaced by the guesthouse "Vier Lärchen". Today, a house for a young family occupies this hillside site. The design draws on a familiar Alpine typology: a solid base embedded in the slope
The Rachta Residence by Alexandra Kallitsa Architecture
On the island of Lesvos, close to the settlement of Sykamia, in an olive grove formed entirely by stone terraces of great aesthetic and historical value, the "Rachta Residence" is designed. The architecture of the place is defined by the environmental interaction of the wind, water, stone, and olive
Atherton House by Mark English Architects
Atherton is a large family home for a tech industry couple and their two teenaged children, conceived as a place of comfort and amenity, as well as one of joy and wonder. This project represented the beginning of a new chapter in California. Having resided and built homes in
PT HOUSE by Mastertexture
The Interlocking Sanctuary: A New Multi-Generational Paradigm: The Interlocking Sanctuary redefines multi-generational living on a 100-sq-wah plot, evolving a traditional footprint into a sophisticated, three-story contemporary structure. This project addresses urban density challenges by housing two families under one roof through a "Common-to-Common" connectivity - a strategic, vertical overlap
Villa Issabella by Aalto Architectural Bureau
House Issabella overlooks the harbor of Vis from a compact 200 m² plot. Although planning allowed an additional floor, the design intentionally remains low and embedded in greenery, respecting the scale of its surroundings. The 120 m² holiday home contains three bedrooms and an open living space that flows
Haus S+M by kontur
The central design concept of "Haus S+M" revolves around creating a retreat in the heart of the urban landscape. Since the property is located right in the city, the architects faced the challenge of engaging with the urban environment while ensuring privacy. The architects' solution functions as a kind
SCHÜ by SONOS Architektur
This multi-generational house combines community and privacy. A shared entrance links two independent units, fostering connection while allowing private retreats. Offset volumes create clearly defined interior and exterior spaces, blending individual havens with a central, shared area. Clean lines and carefully placed openings frame landscape views and flood rooms
House On The Hill by ENCLAVE Architects
House on the Hill is conceived as an architectural promenade across a 35-degree landscape overlooking Lysterfield Park. Rather than a singular object, the home unfolds as a sequence of shifting pavilions that step with the terrain, compressing and expanding in response to topography, light, and view. Each movement through
Urlaubung wird zum Hauptwohnsitz im Kamptal by Planbar Architektur
This residential project in Schönberg am Kamp represents a contemporary and sustainable living concept, tailored to the needs of elderly residents. Constructed primarily from exposed cross-laminated timber, the house creates a warm and natural atmosphere, while ensuring ecological responsibility. The barrier-free layout allows unrestricted movement and long-term usability. At