The Federal Ministry for Housing, Urban Development and Construction, in collaboration with the Federal Chamber of Architects, has announced the launch of the German Architecture Prize 2025. The prestigious award recognises exceptional architectural projects completed between January 1, 2022, and January 13, 2025. Eligible buildings can be located in Germany or abroad, as long as they were either funded or predominantly supported by the Federal Republic of Germany. The deadline for submitting the required documents is March 25, 2025.
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Klara Geywitz, Federal Minister for Housing, Urban Development and Construction, expressed the significance of the prize, stating, 'With the German Architecture Prize 2025, we are honouring projects that impress with outstanding design, innovative concepts, and sustainable construction methods.' She further added that the award celebrates architecture that offers solutions to modern challenges, such as addressing climate change and promoting communal living.
Andrea Gebhard, President of the Federal Chamber of Architects, highlighted the importance of architecture in adapting to societal changes. She remarked, 'Good architecture ensures that the built environment can keep up with social change and that building culture is not only preserved but actively developed.' She also emphasised the need for architectural and urban planning solutions that prioritise sustainability, technology, and beauty.
The prize carries an endowment of 30,000 euros, with an additional 30,000 euros available for up to ten awards. To participate, submissions must be received by 4 p.m. on March 25, 2025, at the latest. The competition will be managed by the Federal Office for Building and Regional Planning.
The jury for the 2025 German Architecture Prize consists of notable figures, including Andrea Gebhard, Dirk Scheinemann, Head of Department B in the Federal Ministry for Housing, Urban Development and Construction, and several architects such as Stephan Birk, Gustav Düsing, Max Hacke, Prof. Donatella Fioretti, and Martin Haas. Additionally, Petra Wesseler, President of the Federal Office for Building and Regional Planning, and architects Andrijana Ivanda and Johanna Meyer-Grohbrügge will serve as deputy judges.
The jury is expected to convene in May and June 2025, during which time they will review the shortlisted projects and conduct site visits. This year marks the eighth edition of the German Architecture Prize, which is considered the country's most important architectural accolade.
Source: register.german-design-award.com