Nominations open for Future of Architecture Awards
Industry News Nominations open for Future of Architecture Awards
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13 distinctive awards are up for grabs the Middle East Consultant editorial team have confirmed
Nominations are now open for the Future of Architecture Awards. Created to honour innovation and best practice in the architecture and design sectors, the awards will be presented at an exclusive gala dinner on 23 April in Dubai.
Objectively judged, the awards are designed to celebrate not only the leading household-name firms, but also the smaller, boutique businesses whose specialisations and skillsets are pushing boundaries and changing the 'status quo'. With 13 categories to nominate for, practitioners can easily find an award that's relevant to their achievements over the past year and gives ample opportunity to submit a stand-out project profile, said the Middle East Consultant editorial team.
The awards honour both corporate and personal excellence, and this year, the organisers are expecting a record number of entries; rapidly gathering momentum since their inception in 2023, the awards have become a sought-after endorsement of industry standing.
Paul Godfrey, Head of Content at Middle East Consultant explains, 'For businesses looking to gain competitive advantage, winning a Future of Architecture Award is a hallmark statement of excellence. We have created the awards categories to cover a spectrum of key areas across the architecture and design verticals – so whether you have conceptualised a ground-up design, created bespoke interiors for People of Determination, or put exceptional emphasis on a 'greened' environment, there's an award that can best recognise your unique standing and initiatives.'
'This year, we warmly welcome video entries – in addition to the standard channels – and given the sector we're working with, we can fully expect some outstanding nominations. Plus, given the increasing role of AI and Smart tech in architecture and design, we're hoping to see a new level of creativity and imagination, too,' added Godfrey.
Nominate for the Future of Architecture Awards via the event website: https://2025.foasummit.com/.
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