Baar, Switzerland, 2026-03-09 -  The LIV Hospitality Design Awards proudly announce the winners of its sixth edition, honoring visionary projects that redefine how people experience hospitality around the world.

The jury panel, comprising leading architects, designers, hoteliers, and industry experts, meticulously reviewed each entry. The resulting selections reflect a broad spectrum of design excellence — from immersive restaurant environments and cultural narratives, to serene resort sanctuaries and innovative spatial concepts rooted in place and purpose.

In the architectural category, YongLi Red Tile Banquet Hotel by Yuanhua Zhang and team of We&Arch was awarded Architectural Design of the Year – Eating Space. Located in Chongzhou, China, the project reinterprets traditional red tile architecture within a contemporary banquet setting, creating a dynamic spatial environment that celebrates communal gathering and cultural heritage. Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino, designed by Yiannis Romanos, Dimitris Karampatakis, Christina Fragkouli & Christos Spetseris, with Tombazis & Associates and K-Studio, received Architectural Design of the Year - Living Space. The resort masterfully integrates into the Greek landscape, blending refined architecture with natural topography and local craftsmanship to create an immersive luxury retreat.

For interior design, Gongu Izakaya by Liubov Tuzovska of Tdot. Design was awarded Interior Design of the Year – Eating Space. Located in Riga, Latvia, the project offers a contemporary reinterpretation of Japanese dining culture, balancing historic architectural elements with modern detailing and atmospheric lighting. CLOUDSPA Sanctuary, designed by Wenyuan Guo of Ruize Design in Datong City, China, secured Interior Design of the Year – Living Space. This serene wellness environment transforms a traditional courtyard into a layered spatial journey, harmonizing volcanic stone, water elements, and soft illumination to foster tranquility and reflection.

The emerging talent category once again highlighted fresh and forward-thinking perspectives. The Etherea, designed by Zeming Zhu of Art Center College of Design, was named Emerging Interior Designer – Eating Space for its conceptual multi-sensor dining environment that merges perfume artistry with culinary storytelling. La Nopaleña, developed by Mariaines Monroy Tapia, Fátima James Orozco & Mariajose Álvarez Aguilar, alongside Miroslava Petrova of Universidad de Monterrey, earned Emerging Interior Designer – Living Space. Rooted in Oaxaca’s cultural narrative, the project creates an immersive experiential space celebrating craftsmanship, tradition, and sensory design.

"The sixth edition of LIV reflects the remarkable global evolution of hospitality design. With more than 600 submissions from 64 countries, we are witnessing projects that not only demonstrate aesthetic excellence, but also deepen the emotional and cultural dimension of hospitality," expressed Astrid Hébert, Founder of the LIV Awards. "This year’s winners show how design can create meaningful, memorable experiences that resonate far beyond the physical space."

The LIV Hospitality Design Awards continue to be a leading international platform dedicated exclusively to hospitality design, offering global recognition to designers who elevate guest experience and redefine industry standards. Winning a LIV Award brings valuable international exposure and solidifies a designer’s position among the most innovative voices in hospitality today. Congratulations to all the winners of the sixth edition!

For more information about the LIV Hospitality Design Awards, visit livawards.com.