Architecture Hunter is thrilled to announce the winners of the 2024 Architecture Hunter Awards (AHA), an international distinction dedicated to honoring exceptional achievements across architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, and more. This year’s awards highlighted projects representing the forefront of creativity, sustainability, and purposeful design, emphasizing the impact of visionary work on the built environment. With a wide-ranging set of categories, the AHA seeks to honor projects that stand out not only for their aesthetic value, but also for their unique functional and environmental contributions.

Celebrating the Best in Architecture: A look at the 2024 winners

The Architecture category saw a diverse array of winners who exemplified excellence in different domains. Among the winners was Casa GAK by Bernardes Arquitetura, in the Residential & House category, which captures the beauty of thoughtful residential design. Beeah Headquarters by Zaha Hadid Architects took the top honor in the Office Architecture category, showcasing the firm’s commitment to dynamic and innovative design principles. The Small Architecture category was awarded to The Infinite Rise by Earthscape Studio, a structure that demonstrates the potential of compact spaces to create an outsized architectural impact. Meanwhile, Spasm Design’s Sarvasva, winner of the High Rise Building category, captured attention for its towering form and meticulous detailing.

In commercial spaces, Toaru Hair Room by Ateliers Takahito Sekiguchi stood out in the Commercial Architecture category, merging modern design with functional elegance. Double B Hostel by VMA Design Studio won in the Hospitality & Hotel category, embodying a warm and inviting aesthetic. The Mixed-Use Building category was claimed by Higher Roch from Brenac & Gonzalez & Associés, while Siqueira + Azul Arquitetura’s Itaúna House was celebrated for its innovative approach in Renovation category. In the Institutional Facilities category, Church of the Holy Family by ARQBR Arquitetura e Urbanismo was recognized for its thoughtful integration of spirituality and design.

Interior Design innovations

The Interior Design category celebrates works that masterfully blend style and functionality within various environments. House on the Sand by Studio MK27, a winner in the House Interior Design category, reflects the beauty of coastal-inspired interiors. Babayants Bel Corpo by Babayants Architects won in the Commercial Interior Design category, impressive with its contemporary layout and refined details. Prime Seafood Palace by Omar Gandhi Architects, awarded in the Hospitality & Hotel Interior Design category, stands out for its blend of rustic charm and sophistication. Terrace Apartment by Estudio Guto Requena took the prize in the Apartment Interior Design category for its fresh and modern aesthetic, and Le Creuset by Carlos Rossi Arquitetura won the Office Interior Design category for its creative and functional workspace.

Recognizing landscape architecture and unbuilt projects

Landscape architecture also saw exemplary contributions, with Hanazaki’s DSF House winning in the Residential Landscape Architecture category, underscoring the importance of integrating natural elements into residential designs. Unbuilt projects, a category dedicated to visionary ideas yet to be realized, featured some of the most forward-thinking concepts of this year. Aether by Lina Maria Trivino received the Unbuilt Student category, while Ramia by Taller Alvarado Teles was honored in Unbuilt Architecture for its inspiring vision. Julia Getschko’s Intentos por São Paulo Minhocão received top marks in Unbuilt Landscape Architecture, and Studio MK27’s Water Canal was awarded in Unbuilt Interior Design for its innovative and ambitious proposal.

Celebrating images and videos that capture architectural marvels

The AHA also recognizes the power of visual storytelling through its Image and Video categories. Wellington Franzao’s Daxing PKX claimed the Render category, with Vinay Panjwani’s Jaisalmer School awarded for Architectural Photography and Vaibhav Passi’s Living with Modernity winning the Artistic Photo category. In the Video category, Texoversum by 9sekunden captured the Architecture Video category, while Guá Arquitetura’s Amazon Carpenters won for Short Documentary, highlighting the craftsmanship and stories behind architecture.

Sustainability as a central theme

With sustainability a core focus of contemporary design, the AHA awarded Flagship Dolce Gusto Neo by Estudio Guto Requena the prize in Sustainable Architectural Design, celebrating innovative solutions that contribute to a more sustainable future.

Honorable Mentions: Recognizing unique contributions

In addition to the main awards, several projects received Honorable Mentions for their distinctive qualities. Highlights include Solar Trees Marketplace and Baffi Restaurante in the Commercial Architecture category, Talaga Sampireun Bali in Hospitality & Hotel, and Kaktus Towers in Architectural Photography. The variety in these projects illustrates the range of creativity and purpose-driven design being produced globally.

An esteemed jury and a vision for the future

The winners were selected by an esteemed panel of jurors, including prominent figures such as Stefano Boeri, Piero Lissoni, Marcio Kogan, and Ma Yansong, whose insights and expertise brought a wealth of perspectives to the selection process. This diversity among the jury members ensured that each winning project was recognized not only for its design excellence, but also for its broader social, cultural, and environmental impact.

As the 2024 awards season concludes, Architecture Hunter looks forward to expanding the AHA program in 2025, with plans for new categories and enhanced opportunities for emerging architects and students. By celebrating the architects, designers, and thinkers who shape our environments, the AHA aims to set a new standard for international recognition in architecture and design, inspiring future innovations and fostering a global community of visionaries.