The renowned 3C Group has officially opened submissions for the fifth edition of the BLT Built Design Awards. These awards aim to acknowledge the expertise of professionals engaged in the realization of exceptional projects on a global scale, encompassing architectural firms, interior designers, landscape studios, and construction product innovators. The program is open to professionals, emerging designers, and students until September 10th, 2025, promising to attract entries from some of the most forward-thinking firms from all around the world.

In 2024, the awards received over 800 submissions from 57 countries, showcasing the astonishing range and quality of projects. The top winners included Architectural Design of the Year, which was awarded to ATMOSPHERE by Krallerhof, Germany, a standout project by Hadi Teherani Architects. WOSA Sintered Stone Showroom in Macau, created by The Volks Design Research & Consulting Ltd., claimed Interior Design of the Year. In Landscape Architecture, Benjakitti Forest Park in Thailand, by Arsomsilp Community and Environmental Architect + TURENSCAPE, received top honors, and System 02 by The Backcountry Hut Company from Canada took Construction Product Design of the Year.

"With a record number of submissions this year, it’s clear that the talent in architecture and construction is stronger than ever," said Co-founder and Program Director, Astrid Hébert. "A huge thank you to everyone who entered—your creativity is truly inspiring! We can’t wait to celebrate the 2024 and 2025 winners at our grand ceremony in late 2025, and we invite all of you to submit again in 2025. The future of design is in your hands, and we’re excited to see what you’ll create next."

The 2025 jury, comprising experienced architects, designers, developers, academics, and media representatives, will select the winners in each category in October next year. Past jurors have included renowned professionals from around the world, such as Rudi Stouffs, Dean’s Chair Associate Professor and Assistant Dean (Research) at the Department of Architecture, College of Design and Engineering, National University of Singapore; 

Osaru Alile, Principal Partner at CC Interiors Studio; Pal Pang, Chief Creative Officer at Another Design International; Juliet Kavishe, Executive Board Member of the Pan Afrikan Design Institute (PADI) and Vice President of the International Council of Design (ICoD); Nicolas Sterling, Co-founder and Director of STERLING PRESSER Architects+Engineers; Sandra Baggerman, Architect and Tutor at Trahan Architects; Des Laubscher, Co-Founder and CEO of Greenside Design Center, College of Design; Serhii Makhno, Founder and Owner of MAKHNO Studio; Mohammad Ghaffari, Architect and Designer at Ghaffari Design Studio; Hannah Churchill, Founder and Design Director of hcreates interior design; Brett Rhode, Founding Director of Rhode Partners; Stanislas Helou, Founder of Thinking Luxury; Sonsoles Vela Navarro, Founding-Partner of studioVRA and Associate Director of the Architectural Program at Tulane University; Eason Zhu, Founder and Design Director of Fununit Design; and Ruben Garcia Rubio, Founding Partner of studioVRA and Assistant Professor of Architecture and Urbanism at Tulane University.

Winning a BLT Built Design Award is a highly-recognized badge of excellence within the design, construction, and architectural industries. This accolade sets companies apart, positioning their projects as leaders in innovation and design. The BLT Built Design Awards offers four core programs: Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, and Construction Product Design. This broad scope allows companies from all corners of the globe to showcase their exceptional work, regardless of location.

Register now to take advantage of this exciting opportunity. Registrations made before April 30, 2025, will receive a 10% early bird discount. Don't miss out—visit bltawards.com for more information and to register.